Looking for a method of quickly sharpening my lawn mower blades. (3-21" blades per change) Anyone use this stone for that?
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You have a lot of blade to cover. I think it would depend on how you define "quickly". This is a very fast way to put an edge on large knives, and it would work on a mower in a matter of minutes. I would think that a bench grinder wheel would be the ideal solution for a mower blade. This would get you a very sharp edge, but it might take a little longer.
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yes the course grit will work quickly and put a fine, lasting edge on your lawn mower blades(you will have to do your part ~> which requires effort) but I've no doubt you know that. ABOUT THE STONES - THEY ARE EXCELLENT YOU WILL BE WELL PLEASED
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yes the course grit will work quickly and put a fine, lasting edge on your lawn mower blades(you will have to do your part ~&gt; which requires effort) but I've no doubt you know that. ABOUT THE STONES - THEY ARE EXCELLENT YOU WILL BE WELL PLEASED
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I use light pressure - starting on the medium stone. If the blade is very dull use many repetitions and make use of the different angles. Then I switch to the fine stone. I also purchased the ultra stone to finish dressing the edge. Patience is the most important part. Once you get the technique down you will quickly sharpen knives.
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Folks there is a special sharpener for mower blades. Start by checking out Smith's 50119 Mower Blade Sharpener.
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I have a standard size lawn mower. This sharpener is too big to sharpen the blade while the blade is attached to the mower. it is 7 inches long so I cannot get it on the blade and slide it on the blade to sharpen it. If you detach the blade from the mower, then it is OK. But I do not want to do that every time I mow which is every week. My previous sharpener was 4 inches long and was perfect for my standard push mower. I used to sharpen with my old one every time I mow. Now I cant. My answer might be different if your dad is using a riding mower.
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Exact angle unknown, but it puts a good sharp edge on quick, stainlees or carbon steel. I prefer a larger stone to work out nicks or work up an edge, but this works suprisingly well for maintaining an edge. EZ for beginners to use.
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This sharpener is made for sharpening smaller tools, but Smith's has a product for sharpening mower blades. It is sold by Amazon, as well. You can find it at the following link: Smith's 50119 Mower Blade Sharpener
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Most of your home improvement stores will carry a reel mower sharpening kit that has a gritty paste, application brush, reel crank, and directions for about $15. The gist of it is you put the paste on the edges of the reel blades and the bed blade and use the crank to spin the reel for a bit (you can also use a drill with an attachment, much easier and faster). You may also have to adjust the bed blade. The whole process depends on your mechanical skills really, it can take anywhere from 20 mins to 1 hour. What ever you do please don't use a grinder or file as that will potentially ruin your mower by removing too much metal. When to sharpen depends on a lot of variables such as how often you mow, the type of grass or weeds you have etc. The best way to tell is if you consistently have rogue grass blades sticking up or patches of uneven grass where you mowed. I would expect most people would sharpen their reel mowers about twice a year.
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We put diamond blades on ours and use it to stone. We cut in passes as to not stress or burn motor and have been using for years
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I've been having good results by using vegetable cooking oil for my kitchen knives. Additionally I rinse several times during sharpening to keep grit down. It's a cheap stone so I don't care if the oil breaks it down or anything.
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I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass pro I am a knife lover and it is the best product I have found to give you a easy factory edge. I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass... » Read More I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass pro I am a knife lover and it is the best product I have found to give you a easy factory edge. « Show Less
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I don't know the answer to this but I have researched a less expensive alternative. You can buy 1 Pound of the grinding compound on ReelIn.com for $9. Then use your power drill to turn the blades and sharpen (see You Tube videos).
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I doubt it. I would not try it. My lawn mower blades are too thick for proper insertion. Best to have this done at lawn mower repair shop and use the sharpener for knives.
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I don't think it's the right machine for lawn mower blades. I expect it would sharpen the blade, but, would put the wear and tear of sharpening dozens of knives the on belt, and machine. A Hand or bench grinder would be much faster and cost effective.
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Yes and No. Yes, as a First stage for sharpening the knife - I use it on my Wustoff knives. However, I use a hard Arkansas stone to produce the Finished edge. Use the coarse side on extremely worn or dull knives that need restoration. I am satisfied with this stone for most household sharpening, although, I am shopping for a dual grit water stone in the range of 2000/6000 grits.
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I gifted the sharpener to my brother-in-law. He wrote some time back that the coarse stone could be used to sharpen a "road grader blade." He found the coarse stone almost to abrasive for carry knives he owns. It is very coarse and would undoubtedly bring an edge to your Gerber machete. Finish it off with the fine stone and you should be in business.
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I've used mine once and didn't like them. They rolled the edge. I use a file now and that puts a real nice edge on the blade, with minimal material loss off the blade. I still have the original stones if your interested.
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I'm sorry, but I have no idea! I only use the rotary grinder for shortening my dog's claws. But it is a powerful grinder with the right abrasive cutter and I see no reason why this could not be used for sharpening mower cutter blades - if you can get access to the blade. But a bench mounted grinding wheel would probably work best when the blade is de-mounted from the mower. Ron Maddison.