Hook sharpening

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Any thoughts on hook point shape and sharpening tools?

Many sharpening stones are notched to give you a round needle point.

I like a triangular point and have two favourite tools: a small single mill ignition point file (remember those?) and a hard Arkansas pocket stone.

I file the outside flat and cut the 'tent' sides at 60 degrees. A few swipes with the ignition file makes quick work of this. On large hooks or if I'm being really careful, I'll also use the hard Arkansas pocket stone with a drop of mineral oil.

You never see a hunting broadhead with a round point, but some have triangular points. I've always figured that a triangular pont on a hook sets easier.