Walnut and Maples are hard woods, and would seem to hold up well to the blade of a knife. Does the cherry gouge easier, resulting in uneven scratches?
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The cherry is just fine and has held up well for 6 months. I wouldn't worry about scratches. Once you oil it, some of the scratches disappear anyway.
1872887
I actually have not had a problem with charry in any way . I purchased a couple different boards from this manufacturer to put through some test so I know what and what not to use in making my own boards
1144809
I have used cheese knives with this tray. I don't use a sawing motion, though. Any scratches made while cutting disappear once you wash the slate. This is a thin piece of slate, pretty durable, though.
776854
Has been great with knives. My husband keeps them sharp for safety, however I have done woodcarving in a few decades. Would be concerned about amount of force
171011
Is anyone using any protective layer to prevent the knives from being scratched (like spray enamel, or scotch tape, or some other transparent material)?
2166010
I have my chairs on hardwood and so far I haven't noticed any scratches or damage. I have only had mine for a few months but they have held up great so far.
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I've been drilling through a 1/2 piece of birch hardwood when I use it and have had no problems. Hope this helps
1650035
My experience is yes but not without elbow grease. And it eventually leaves a nice clean feel. Had to do my mom's in two passes and had to scour and in some spots use a razor blade. Finished with rest or a finish and these 50 year old walnut cabinets look beautiful. New hardware was enough to update them.
1353117
It has small ridges on honing surface. I have used Chicago cutlery since the 1960's, always happy with walnut selection! Dee
1032783
This is edge grain. Due to the nature of teak wood the affect on the knife edge is minimal.
1212704
No scratches. The wood is wonderful. The magnets are not exposed, they are covered with wood and therefore cannot scratch your knives. Knives are traditionally stored with wood, so as to not dull the blade.
16449
Pamela; this blade does a better job than my Forrest woodworker two. I use it 90-92% on hardwoods both crosscut and ripping.I have used this to rip pre-finished Brazilian cherry flooring. believe me ...this is hard stuff!!Do yourself a favor & get the blade.
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A good method is to cut the wood, wait a few days for some drying, and then cut/munch material. The harder/denser the wood, the more frequent sharpening. Also, try to avoid any dirt, stones, metal, etc. I have found the cutting blades to be quite durable, and most importantly on this machine design easily removable for sharpening. It is hard to give a specific period.
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The bottom is smooth finished wood. I can't see how it would scratch anything.
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I doubt it. Why are you using the light wood polish? I used the dark cover polish on my dark cherry floors and it didnot change the color, but brightened it up. The scratch came out darker however.
419441
I've had my unit for several months and I've had no problem with a variety of hardwoods - many much harder/denser than oak. I'm happy with this tool.
933748
Make sure you assembled everything correctly. I have cut up a number of large Oak branches and a couple of dead trees and do not see any significant wear.
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I have done test rip cuts in 4/4 maple and it works well, not sure if this is beyond the design. Mostly using the saw for various cross cuts (trimming plugs, end pieces) on maple and walnut. Even tried it out on bubinga and it cuts well if you go slowly. Love the canvas cover.