Knife sharpening
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Threespears
Single-Sixer
I use a LANSKY universal kit.
it is easy to use following instructions.
I sharpen my knives as needed
it is easy to use following instructions.
I sharpen my knives as needed
RC44Mag
Buckeye
For the home
www.nortonabrasives.com
On the water
www.dexterrussellcutlery.com
Norton IM313 Multi-Oilstone Sharpening System
The ultimate in sharpening systems with three, 11-1/2" stones for long, sweeping strokes for sharpening and honing of all large, wider straight-edged tools.
On the water
Dexter Russell Sani-Safe 10" Diamond Sharpener 7613 DDS-10
10 inch Dexter Russell Sani-Safe Diamond sharpening steel.
www.dexterrussellcutlery.com
Here's a couple of my favorites. I don't sharpen so much any more as I've gotten older. I just don't use my knives nearly as much.
as much.
GunnyGene
Hawkeye
It isn't what you use, it's how you use it. You can get razor sharp with the right grit of wet sandpaper stuck to a piece of flat glass.
I use a Smith's carbide ceramic combo next to the bed. Usually a few swipes on the ceramic and I'm good to go usually. If it needs more attention I have a diamond block with 4 grits
Crock sticks and a stone. I sharpen them when they are NOT sharp. Duh.
jkbrecht
Bearcat
Work Sharp Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener. As needed.
Thanks for this.
I'll try to get one.
Thanks.
Threespears
Single-Sixer
I was gifted one 20 years ago.
I since have gifted many.
if you are going to sharpen a few knives at a time this is a good way to go…
if EVERYONE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD wants you t sharpen for them…
there might be other options
deac45
Single-Sixer
Smith makes a kit very similar to the Lansky. I have both... I prefer the Smith as the stones are wider and I can be more consistent with the strokes. The Smith's clamp seems to be more stable on the blade also which means a more consistent angle is held. Consistent angle is the key to a good sharp edge.
I've tried many different sharpening techniques / methods / brands of sharpeners / styles / etc.
I don't like electric sharpeners. I tried the Trizor electric by Chef's Choice. I gave that away. I have the Work Sharp electric hand held sharpener right now. Both take off too much metal.
I have a wet stone, good, but difficult to maintain a consistent angle. I've tried the Lansky sharpener. It's also good, but you have to fiddle with it too much.
I bought the Work Sharp Precision unit pictured above in a post. I liked it, but they don't have an ultra fine grit stone. Or didn't when I had mine. So you get your knives sharp, but not as sharp as possible with that.
Contender talked me into buying the Wicked Edge system. They are made in America, and every bit as good as they say. I'm very happy with it. I only wish I would have bought the more expensive model.
http://www.wickededgeusa.com
I don't like electric sharpeners. I tried the Trizor electric by Chef's Choice. I gave that away. I have the Work Sharp electric hand held sharpener right now. Both take off too much metal.
I have a wet stone, good, but difficult to maintain a consistent angle. I've tried the Lansky sharpener. It's also good, but you have to fiddle with it too much.
I bought the Work Sharp Precision unit pictured above in a post. I liked it, but they don't have an ultra fine grit stone. Or didn't when I had mine. So you get your knives sharp, but not as sharp as possible with that.
Contender talked me into buying the Wicked Edge system. They are made in America, and every bit as good as they say. I'm very happy with it. I only wish I would have bought the more expensive model.
http://www.wickededgeusa.com
RC44Mag
Buckeye
For the heck of it I checked the prices of the wicked edge units, packs with stones and stuff starting at $600 and running up to $13OO! Wow!
True, and a good custom knife can cost as much as a nice pistol.
RC44Mag
Buckeye
You're right they can, I have two Randall's. I was just surprised by the price of the tool, that's all.
I think for folks that buy throw-away knives it's probably not worth it to spend more that $20-30 on a sharpener if at all. But if you've been buying (or receiving) knives for decades, receiving them from father / grandfather, or own any of considerable value, then it makes perfect sense to get a good sharpening system. The idea of sharpening is simple, but what the expensive setups do is maintain the perfect angle throughout the sharpening process, and some flip the knife over (or get you access to the other side) within a split second or in real-time (like for the wicked edge), and these systems usually have a collection of quality stones and some setups easily handle different lengths of blades. After checking out a lot of systems and taking a while to eventually to commit to it, I eventually opted for a Hapstone setup. They come in a variety of configurations at different price points. If I didn't get it, I think I would have gotten the KME. Some guys like the TSPROF setup which is similar to the Hapstone. Another important detail to watch for is the clamp(s) that hold the blade so it doesn't get in the way of getting the angle you want. If you were on a tight budget but still wanted a solid, compact setup with quality stones, check out the KME.
EDIT: I should mention that the Hapstone system, which is completely modular and allows for many changes and upgrades, also has an option for blade support that is magnetic so you don't have to worry about the stone contacting the clamp.
EDIT: I should mention that the Hapstone system, which is completely modular and allows for many changes and upgrades, also has an option for blade support that is magnetic so you don't have to worry about the stone contacting the clamp.
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RugerMonkey
Bearcat
There's a youtube'er called Project Farm. He has 3 excellent videos comparing knife sharpeners.
I made a lot of knives out of old files. I used a Lansky for several years , then went to the diamond Lansky. I have had to replace it 3 times over the years because I wore it out. I have never found anything faster or easier to use. You can also buy single stones. I wear out the med and fine much faster than the coarse and x-coarse. The only thing I don't like is it won't work with a small pocket knife very well.
3 I had handy.
3 I had handy.
I've tried a lot of sharpeners over the years and landed on the Lansky system. For some reason I could never use the diamond version very well. So I've stuck with the stone version. it's consistent and gives you a razors edge.
Sharpening a knife isn't that hard, but you have to take your time with it. In a pinch, I've even sharpened a pocket knife on the bottom of a coffee cup.
Sharpening a knife isn't that hard, but you have to take your time with it. In a pinch, I've even sharpened a pocket knife on the bottom of a coffee cup.
