Hedge Trimmers, Pole Saws & Pruning Shears

What bevel angle should be maintained when honing the cutting edge of bypass hand pruners with a diamond whetstone?

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 Correct IncorrectOnly sharpen the beveled face at approximately 20 to 23 degrees. Never bevel the flat back face—only lightly remove the burr completely flat.

What bevel angle should be maintained when honing the cutting edge of bypass hand pruners with a diamond whetstone?

• File the blade into a serrated saw shape
• Grind the hook side until razor sharp
• Sharpen both sides at a 45-degree angle
• Sharpen only the beveled cutting face at ~20-23 degrees, then deburr the flat back face completely flat