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String Trimmer Line Cutter

 

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String Trimmer’s Line Cutter (red)
(as seen from the bottom)

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Edge Angle

String trimmers often have a line cutter incorporated into the cutter head to cut the newly extended string line. In the picture to the right,

Use a machinist’s hand file for the sharpening process to ensure the blade’s temper is not lost.

Sharp tools are important, so I sharpen them every day.

Yutaka Mogami, 3rd generation master of Edo sashimono

Guidelines shown below are for Included Angles (α).

General Guidelines

α

Notes

30°

As shown in the picture above left, sharpen the outside of the blade.

Notes & Comments

Grind Shape & Experience

The shape of the grind used is a call best made by the tool's use, based on your own experience. Additional notes are available on separate web pages for Grind Profiles, and Micro / Secondary Bevels.