would you recomend this or smiths diamond field sharpener?
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I would recomend the Work Sharp Field sharpener without hesitation. Makes it easy for the expert or novice alike to get a great edge.
1947231
to be honest, it's up to you. price isn't too huge a difference (amazon) and Smith's products have kits and whatnot. the Guided has seramic rods, a hook & arrowhead screws, and a strop. i would reccomend the Guided, because i have that one.
1947232
The work sharp is the best you will be amazed how great it works I've had four friends buy it after they sharpen there own knives with it
1947233
Hi Michele, I don't have the Smiths so I can't say. But this one is a winner.
1947234
This one, by far. I own both and, in the field, this one wins hands down. Arm hair shaving sharp in 5 minutes. I have bought about 5 of these and have given (a few of) them away as gifts. I keep one in the house, one in the truck, one in my BOB.
2008956
Lansky Deluxe 5-Stone Sharpening System - Pick up a serrated stone to touch up the teeth. I use the Lansky PS-MED01 BladeMedic (Same as PP1) for field sharpening.
759430
The best thing to do in my opinion is to ship to CS if you have a spare or don't need it for a while. I've had some bad experiences sharpening. At the same time, I don't claim to be a pro. They are pretty cheap. Otherwise, I'd say wetstone is best
457056
I have had mine for about three years and I'm sure the diamonds won't last forever. I did see on Amazon that they sell the replacement finger unit. I noticed that another person was not happy with his sharpener. I use it pretty regularly and think it does pretty good. Amazon has a Rada knife sharpener for about $5. To me the Rada does a great job very quickly.
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Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener. Only about $8 and easy to use on straight and serrated blades.
2070620
This makes a very clean nice point so I would recommend it for that. My normal go to sharpener is an antique Panasonic electric from the '50s.
2270090
Yes, I would go with this one. I use mine almost daily and it's still RIDICULOUSLY sharp.
1921308
I sharpen all my own knove as a collector. For a good starter you can use this one:
481132
Nope, any regular quality sharpener will work fine. The long point sharpener is pretty cool but there is a 2 step process.
1909320
it's a great starter for knife sharpening, but if you have some high end knives with good steel, i would buy the apex edge wet stones. That's what alot of people are doing. They buy the unit , but upgrade to Apex edge wet stones. I'm going to do that in the near future. The stones that it comes with are fairly decent and will get your lower grade steels pretty razor sharp (AUS8, 8CR13MOV, etc)
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I have not sharpened mine yet and it has held a very sharp edge quite well since new. I carry it every day and take great care of it. When it needs sharpening I will use my (Smith's DBSF 6-Inch Diamond Sharpening Stone - Fine) and I use (Smith's HON1-4OZ Honing Solution, 4-Ounce) both of these are available at Amazon $25 stone $5 for the solution. I am very careful when sharpening my knives and I'd never use a sharpening machine although I can't say if any are worth using I just prefer to carefully sharpen by hand.
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D2 is a challenge on whetstones. Won't need too many touch ups tho, let alone sharpenings. 1095 aint bad, only beats d2 at impacts/shock tho. Except for impacts, d2 is more quality for more price, so price is your top factor. If you're looking for the best, this is practically it. But much more $ efficient is a carbon steel mora knife (endorsed by cutlerylover & nutnfancy). Small fixed blades are generally pricy, 'specially compared to folders.
1214883
Haven't tried this myself, but some of my friends who have ceramic blades say the diamond version of this sharpener is more suitable.
536703
Get the shun whetstone, and youtube some videos on how to use it. Then you're going to need a honing steel, I recommend the shun one because it's designed for their blades... I wouldn't do it any other way because machines and "professional" knives sharpening companies aren't going to take the time to sharpen the knife properly and in the long run you'll shorten your cleavers blade / life .
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I am not sure, I recommend the diamond because its simple as soon as you get to know the features, tool, etc.
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I would suggest a good leather strop, these lansky stones are not the best for something so precise as a straight razor
479220
it should but I don't recommend this product for anything,work poorly ,leaves scratch mark and 95% off other smith sharpeners will do much better(Smith's 50185 Jiffy-Pro Handheld Sharpener(is a workhorse for sworks and knive,Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener the ceramic sharpener blade is great,Smith's 50090 Edge Pro Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener great too,Accusharp 334CD Two Step Knife(ceramic and diamond sharpeners are excellent,Lansky PS-MED01 BladeMedic great after everything else the ceramic is like a polishing home almost,Smith's Knife and Scissor Sharpener #5818D,Smith's Knife Sharpener Santoku Standard Edge Pull Through. some great sharpeners here listed it should but I don't recommend this product for anything,work poorly ,leaves scratch mark and 95% off other smith sharpeners will do much better(Smith's 50185 Jiffy-Pro Handheld Sharpener(is a workhorse for sworks and knive,Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener the ceramic sharpener blade is great,Smith's 50090 Edge Pro Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener great too,Accusharp 334CD Two Step Knife(ceramic and diamond sharpeners are excellent,Lansky PS-MED01 BladeMedic great after everything else the ceramic is like a polishing home almost,Smith's Knife and Scissor Sharpener #5818D,Smith's... » Read More it should but I don't recommend this product for anything,work poorly ,leaves scratch mark and 95% off other smith sharpeners will do much better(Smith's 50185 Jiffy-Pro Handheld Sharpener(is a workhorse for sworks and knive,Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener the ceramic sharpener blade is great,Smith's 50090 Edge Pro Pull-Thru Knife Sharpener great too,Accusharp 334CD Two Step Knife(ceramic and diamond sharpeners are excellent,Lansky PS-MED01 BladeMedic great after everything else the ceramic is like a polishing home almost,Smith's Knife and Scissor Sharpener #5818D,Smith's Knife Sharpener Santoku Standard Edge Pull Through. some great sharpeners here listed « Show Less