Patent ID: 8523638
Filing Date: 2013-09-03
Classification: B24B,B24D

Abstract:
1. A combination including an edge tool and sharpening tool for maintaining a sharpened edge on said edge tool, said combination comprising: said sharpening tool comprising: a frame, a sharpening element, and a guide; said sharpening element being mounted in said frame; said guide being a rod mounted in said frame in a substantially parallel spaced relationship to said sharpening element; and, said edge tool comprising: at least one blade, at least one blade mounting surface, means for holding said at least one blade on said at least one blade mounting surface, and a handle including a notch comprising sides wherein a bearing is recessed within said notch and said sides of said notch leading into said bearing, wherein said bearing further comprises a cylindrical surface sized to pivotally engage said guide, and said edge tool when mounted on said guide is configured to pivot towards said sharpening element for sharpening said at least one blade.