You wife is a keeper, IMHO. The edge is hand sharpened to 34-40 degrees inclusive (17 - 20 degrees per side). It is really sharp from the factory. Sometimes I think we should include band-aids given how many new owners cut themselves. :=)

Enjoy!
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