The turning point of sharpening - Work Sharp X45 tape (400 grit)
When a blade needs more than a gentle correction and less than an aggressive grind - the X45 tape (400 grit) enters the scene. It is responsible for the perfect initial shaping of the convex grind, giving your knives and tools a new cutting quality. In the Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition Mk.1 and Mk.2 kits, this tape plays a key role in the transition from raw power to controlled precision. Choose X45 when you want to build a blade that impresses with form and function.
Features of Work Sharp 400 grit sharpening tape:
- Graduation: 400 grit - medium, ideal for pre-shaping blades.
- Application: Creating convex blade geometry (convex edge) on knives and tools.
- Compatibility: Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition Mk.1 and Mk.2 systems.
- Advantages: Minimal heat emission, controlled material loss, ideal preparation for blade finishing.
Balance between strength and finesse - you sharpen, you don't destroy
Work Sharp X45 abrasive belt in 400 grit is the ideal tool for shaping convex edges on hard steel blades. Developed in collaboration with U.S. industry leader Norton, the tape strikes the perfect balance: aggressive enough to form an edge, and gentle enough to avoid overheating or excessive material loss. The flexible backing conforms perfectly to the line of the blade, and the precisely spaced grains allow for controlled, effortless sanding.
X45 is the belt that builds the mold - and gives you full control over how the blade looks, cuts and behaves. It's a key step on the road to a perfect blade, ready for any task.
