What is proper sharpness?

[Bud]

Very well put Mr. Mark. I think that Thomas speaks to this quite well also. Sharpen for the task at hand. I think we may all be chasing this sharp thing a bit too much. It just makes sense that thin edges will roll more and wear more than thick. If your task doesn't require a thin edge then don't sharpen for one. A 250 edge with tooth will slice the dickens out of a tomato. Wouldn't use it in the morning to shave with though. Too toothy and too dull.