Thank you for your honest feedback.
I sincerely apologize that the tool did not arrive ready to use. We know that for green wood, the edge needs to be perfect right out of the box, and I am sorry you had to spend time sharpening it yourself. That is a miss on our quality control, and we will do better.
Regarding the edge retention, please put the tool to the test. We are confident the steel will hold its edge now, but if you have any doubts after using it, please reach out to us directly. We want to ensure this tool earns its place in your kit.