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Turf Edger |
Edge Angle
Turf Edger
Guidelines shown below are for Included Angles (α).
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If the turf being edged has a lot of stones in it, the α may need to be increased. Something between 15° and 35° is recommended | |
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.
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Sharpness scales (as shown in the grey icon to the left) are used to indicate the recommended sharpness for the blades noted above. You can click on any of the icons showing the sharpness scale and be redirected to the page describing this more. Lower numbers are duller; higher numbers sharper.
These are general recommendations; you will need to use your own judgment, based on the tool’s intended purpose.
