Does it need sharpening before first use?
354185
Yes all the shoes need sharpening prior to use. You cud check with the sharpening store and they wud be able to say yes or no. Unsharpened shoes means more tripping
559595
Yes. I have had this set for about a year and they haven't needed to be sharpened. However, I've had one of the pink chef's knives for several years and it takes sharpening well.
1612686
There is not a sharpener included. The blade comes sharpened but is not super sharp.
1870575
I just bought extra blades but I have cleaned and sharpened them before. Hope this helps.
2171249
it has the blade sharpener attached, but it must be adjusted before use, also: use a light touch to sharpen your blade when needed.
734391
no it does'nt come with a sharpener. years ago it really did come with a sharpener.
346308
Ours has seen heavy usage for over two years, and I still don't think it needs sharpening. It still slices easily.
899473
Mine didn't come with a sharpening kit. I bought the kit separately from Amazon.
1457936
I have no idea though I have had one for some time. It's cheaper to buy a new one than conventional sharpening unless you can do it all yourself.
284290
Good question we have had ours for many years and have not had to sharpen. We purchased a new one for when we wear out this one.
2284842
It is sharp when it arrives and can be used immediately. You will not have to sharpen it for quite some time.
1866477
Manufacture claims "they never need sharpening" but they provide a sharpening rod. I would stand the rod on end with the tip on the counter. Then gently draw the knife blade down the rod at about a 20 degree angle for each side of the blade. See how that works for you. I am by no means an expert on this.
1307158
Yes, it does. Even with the directions it is very easy to figure out how to use it. It does not necessarily require sharpening oil, but a few drops of sharpening oil goes a long way.
1472327
Not for a long while if you use it as it is intended. The sharpener itself is for quick touch ups in the field. If you're at home then you should use an actual sharpening stone.
2101726
Mine came pre-sharpened, I remember shaving a small bit of hair off my forearm. This was my 3rd Gerber Knife and all three have come sharp and been impressive. My three models were all US made.
560991
I use a grinding wheel and then sharpening stones. I also would wipe it with mineral oil if you can keep up with the habit. You shouldn't have to sharpen it out of the box. Unless you hit the blade with a rock, You won't be sharpening it for a while. It's a Ka-Bar, not a pocket knife, get it dirty.
2070933
Mine came with a small sharpening stone. Add a small bit of oil and sharpen.