Does anyone have a particular sharpener that you use on these knives that you would recommend??
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Upon receiving the set of knives they were all perfectly sharp, except for one. I was told that if I had a knife that I was not satisfied with it could be returned for replacement. Rather than doing that I did use the sharpening rod that came with the set, and was pleased with the result. We've have used this set of kitchen knives for the better part of a year on a regular basis, and they continue to hold a sharp blade. Very pleased.
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The rod that comes with it is actually a "honing" rod. Sharpening is what must to be done to a dull knife to make it sharp again. This is best done by professionals. Honing is what is done to a relatively sharp knife to maintain a nice sharp edge. This you can and should do yourself. If you regularly use the honing steel provided, you will not have to sharpen these (or at least not as often). We love our set. We hone them each time we use them and they all still have a great edge.
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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.
1866478
Sorry for the delay. I use a sharpener from Farberware ~ it has a double (v-type) wedge that sharpens quick and nicely. I hope this helps it is not too late.
1873105
I love mine, but had the same problem...I had an old SPYDERCO shapner, a base with two "V" shaped rods coming out of it and it works perfecly. Razor sharp when I'm done...this comes in a pouch and doesn't take up enough room in my pack to worry about. This sharpens anything, even fish hooks. I believe you can still buy these. If not, get a flat whet stone. That's the best help I can give you. R / Mack
2128150
I bought an electric sharpner. It works great on them. I've never had good results with the ones that come with the set.
977251
These knives require periodic sharpening. I don't know your kitchen habits as compared to mine, so what works for me may not work for you. But here are my thoughts on Chicago Cutlery Vivid knives...they sharpen easily (I use a Smith diamond encrusted sharpener with coarse and fine grits. I don't have to use it very often.) and they're easy to keep sharp with a sharpening steel. These are easy to care for...use a steel and sharpener regularly and you won't have a problem keeping them sharp. After several months of use I don't see any chipping of the color coating. And I prefer these knives to a couple of low end J A Henckels that I have.
1967373
I went with the Prismacolor sharpener and I am glad that I did. It maximises the lead width so I get minimal waste. I hope this helps:)
975235
Any flat stone or crock stick will work. The blade is a modified tanto so it's a little less tricky to sharpen than the original style tanto. Good luck.
2011011
I use the 08800 Presto Knife Sharpener that I got from Amazon which I use on all my knives.
2011015
I use a diamond machining technology (DMT) sharpener--fine + medium surfaces. Actually, I use only the fine and amazingly enough that seems sufficient. The one I have no longer appears to be listed on Amazon, but I would think any fine DMT sharpener would be OK--they're relatively inexpensive. The closest I can come to what I have is http://www.amazon.com/DMT-D4F-Dia-Sharp-Continuous-Diamond/dp/B002D4K90M/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1392345271&sr=8-27&keywords=diamond+machining+technology
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I have the suggested sharpener and a regular one. Both work great but I prefer the Prismacolor one
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I use an accu-sharp knife and tool sharpener. It does a fantastic job on this particular blade. When you see one; the way it is used is pretty self-explanatory.
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I too bought one. Pleased with the quality, but not with the shortness of the blade. Way too hard to sharpen and I have tried everything but an electric kitchen sharpener. I guess it is only good for a short stab and not so much for cutting.
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I'm not sure since I haven't had that issue so far. Have you tried to take them to a local hardware store to see if they can be sharpened? Sorry I wasn't able to help you.
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Mine last a good while before they need sharpening. May depend on how often you are using them & what type/condition of coats you are using them on. These are #1 in my opinion �
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Hello Kullen, any sharpener will do the job thought we strongly recommend Blizetec 3-in-1 knife sharpener. It's best suited to sharpen pocket knife as such. Hope this helps. Many blessings, BlizeTec
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Any sharpener will work. I dont get caught up in trying to get them so sharp that you can shave with a knife. Just add a light drop of oil on each side and spread it with you finger. Any gun or household oil will work. I use Ballistol because its what I haveon hand here but any oil will work.
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Any sharpening stone will work. I prefer to use a red handled sharpener made by Corona (AC 8300 is printed on it). It takes the metal down faster than a stone which I like when I am out pruning lots of fruit trees and it's lightweight. It costs under $10.00 the last time I bought one.
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I sharpen all my own knove as a collector. For a good starter you can use this one:http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B8FW0E?cache=147f2e329270db6523dc7127b3c0f3c2&qid;=1401167703&sr;=8-38#ref=mp_s_a_1_38You can find tutorials for sharpening on YouTube. Ceramic stones are best for restoring a razor sharp edge!