The blade appear o need sharpening.....the leading edge is round have others had to sharpen blades FIRST?
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The ones I got were sharp. Actually used last 1/2 of season without having to sharpen. They appear to hold the edge pretty good.
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No. Do not sharpen. You will weaken the leading edge of the blade. The blades cut just fine right out of the box with slightly dull edges.
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The set of blades I received were the best blades I've ever used. Bolted right on my mower deck and turned the grass clippings almost to dust. The cutting edge (without the grooves) was certainly not round, and is formed where the flat bottom plane of the blade meets a beveled top plane. It's not sharp like a scissors, of course....more like the end of a dull, worn out screwdriver. I have no idea what other people are complaining about. These blades mulch so good I have to wear a dust mask when mowing.
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Danny,I assume that you have a stone to sharpen it during use. If that doesn't do the trick here is my plan. I'll be facing this problem myself on my next siding/flooring job. I plan on buying a replacement blade for 44.95 and then take the used blade to a sharpening facility. If they can't sharpen the blade once they see it, they might suggest someone else or try sharpening it myself. Again maybe 44.95 is the easiest and might be the cheapest answer. If you plan on doing the sharpening yourself I for sure recommend a replacement blade just in case (for backup). Sorry I can't be more definitive but I hope this helps.Regards,John Livingston Danny,I assume that you have a stone to sharpen it during use. If that doesn't do the trick here is my plan. I'll be facing this problem myself on my next siding/flooring job. I plan on buying a replacement blade for 44.95 and then take the used blade to a sharpening facility. If they can't sharpen the blade once they see it, they might suggest someone else or try sharpening it myself. Again maybe 44.95 is the easiest and might be the cheapest answer. If you plan on doing the sharpening yourself I for sure recommend a replacement blade just in case (for backup). Sorry I can't be... » Read More Danny,I assume that you have a stone to sharpen it during use. If that doesn't do the trick here is my plan. I'll be facing this problem myself on my next siding/flooring job. I plan on buying a replacement blade for 44.95 and then take the used blade to a sharpening facility. If they can't sharpen the blade once they see it, they might suggest someone else or try sharpening it myself. Again maybe 44.95 is the easiest and might be the cheapest answer. If you plan on doing the sharpening yourself I for sure recommend a replacement blade just in case (for backup). Sorry I can't be more definitive but I hope this helps.Regards,John Livingston « Show Less
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Mine are new so haven't needed sharpening yet. I'm assuming you could sharpen them, however, one blade has tiny serrations on it. It that blade was sharpened, the serrations might be smoothed off.
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I use the Lansky sharpening system and sharpen it by sections. I've also used the diamond edge "steel" to rought it in before I finished it. Works great for me!
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I have my Tormek set-up to sharpen cutlery. After I mount the blade in the clamp device, no more than two minutes, if that. If all the edge needs is a touch up, a minute. Then I steel it and it's done.
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I have not had to sharpen the blades as of yet, (I have used 2 summers). However, if I had to I would take to my lawnmower person for sharpening or new blades. :)
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A used blade is best and who knows how exactly it works. It seems to sharpen the blade by removing layers of shaving cream and hair that has stayed on the blade after use.
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Keep in mind though you usually have to pay for shipping and handling. If it is broken I would send it in for a warranty but if it just needs to be sharpened I would say just sharpen it yourself, it is really easy
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I wouldn't consider mine sharp out-of-the-box at all - definitely a rough sharpened edge as it should, just waiting for the final job - it's a little inconvenient unless you're used to it, but sharpening these yourself is absolutely the preferred way - I think they make these with that in mind - those who want to use it will finish the job, but for the people who want to display it, it's still kind of safe to be aroundit's absolutely ready to use even out of the box, but you'll want to sharpen it if you're serious about it
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Jim, I'm by no means am I an expert but I found if I mark the blade with a marker where I want it sharpened I can set the machine to that angle and get a knife sharp. There are markings on the machine but I find marking the blade is much more accurate! AGAIN... I'm no expert at sharpening. Through my trial and error that's my best answer... Hope that helps!
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Blades do require sharpening. If you can rub your finger on the blade and it feels smooth and rounded, get the blade sharpened. If the blade isn't the problem, you have a 2 year warranty on the mower, bring it in.
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Pretty new piece of equipment for me. Have not had to sharpen the blade. I did use a little vegetable oil on the blade and it worked a bit smoother.
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Yes. I've only had to sharpen mine once so far. Puts it back to its original sharpness. Agree, with RWG, just love this knife.
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This knife was delivered with a near razor sharp edge and hollow ground. I am maintaining the edge with a translucent Arkansas stone with oil. Keep in mind that sharpening is a skill that needs to be learned. Any hand tool that can sharpen can also round over or dull the edge. If you don't know how to sharpen fine hand tools go to your local woodworker's store and take a class.
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You could probably sharpen it yourself, but I would take it to a professional to make sure the blade stays straight. There is probably one close to where you live or work.
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Hi Kullen,I have not actually needed a sharpener yet; however, I find the best sharpener for maintain this type of blade is a diamond or ceramic sharpening rod. Hope this helps. Thanks :-)
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This is a very good sharpening stone. You will need to focus on the angle of the edge and the course stone is just the start. Once you have worked the course you can step down to the medium stone and that will clean up your edge. It should start to feel a little sharper. Then you step down to the fine stone to hone your edge. A dull knife can take hours to sharpen it depends on if the edge was turned. When you sharpen you lay the knife on the stone at about a 15 degree angle and first push the knife away from you on one side and then you draw the knife towards you on the other side. Only work one direction on each side. Make sure you draw the whole edge down the stone. Take your time and use even pressure on the blade