@@Ezzell_ there are two options when buying them. One is for edge leading like what you are thinking. And the one I have is for edge trailing. Or the beltoving away from the blade. 🙂 Both have their pros and cons. But for me edge trailing is the way I run my 1x30.
How much of your biz is sharpening for commercial kitchens/restaurants? Can you give me some pointer on how to get your foot in the door? Do you ask the chefs using the knives what angles they like and for which knives? ty
@@dougsmith4525 not as much as I would like tbh. I find that getting restaurants/ commercial kitchens are the hardest as most chefs know how to sharpen their knives. Not always the case. but 9/10 it's they sharpen their own stuff. Just keep reaching out to more and more places. You will find ones that want the service. 😊 But can be a a simple as dropping off a business card and then a few months later then reaching out to try your service. As far as angles. I try to go based on how damaged the knives are, and the Intended use of them. My typical go to nowadays is 17⁰ per side. But I play around with that based on what I listed above.
If your referring to the red trays I put knives in. They are from the dollar store. Pretty sure they are dish bins. But they work great for organization!
@@Samsmobilesharpening Yes those trays. Thanks for the quick reply to a question. You have one machine. I have 3, for fast sharpening. 1, 1 x30, 2 Work Sharps.
@@jimlanaghan3304 of course. 😊 I found using one machine is easier for me. Less to set up and take down. But eventually my goal is to build a small tow behind cargo trailer with my full setup. 😊
So started with an inverter but most suv/ light pickup batteries will only power the 1x30 for maybe 2 hrs. I got a 1000w generator from a company called sportsman. And would not go back to the inverter. 6 hrs on .5 gallons of gas. As well as quieter than the 1x30. It should be in one of my more recent videos if you wanna check it out. I’ll make sure to add something about it in an upcoming video. 😊
I have touched on it briefly. But not anything that would be notable. What kind of scissors are you trying to sharpen? I may be able to give some guidance, or the next time I get a pair of those scissors I can do a more detailed video on them.
@@vinnym5095 Either one works. If you check in the video description. There is a linktree that has both my email and phone number. Should be under my contact card.
20° is a pretty steep angle for kitchen knives. I prefer 15, or 17 max. For Japanese knives, I'll go as low as 12° for dual-bevel edges. And 25 dps is ridiculous for pocket knives. Again -- 15 dps is where I like them generally, up to 18 dps for hard-use knives.
I would agree that 20 is a bit steep. But I have found the people I sharpen for prefer that kind of an edge. To each their own I guess. 🤷♂️ My personals I sharpen a bit more acute though, like you describe. But that’s also why I talk to the person I am sharpening for and see one what they are using it for, and two how abused is the knife currently. Thank you for the input. It’s always nice getting to have input from others that are familiar with knives, and steel types. 😊
As of currently I do not have connections for farmers markets, or flea markets. But It’s something I’m looking for. I have a few events in the works. So make sure to stay tuned for that. I sharpen for a bbq event yearly. That’s coming up here really soon.
I saw what you said about a face mask. I use one also. But what about protecting your eye's? I have eye cover for that. Real question. How are you getting power for the 1 x 30? You are at the mercy of the weather the way you are set up. I am going to have a SUV with a hatch back to protect my equipment.
I probably could wear some eye protection. But I haven’t noticed it to get into my eyes or irritate them. But I probably will do some looking into that just to be on the safe side. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. I run an inverter hooked up to my truck battery. With that 1x30 I can sharpen for about 2 hours before the battery is completely drained. So it’s just being careful not to drain your battery and get you stranded. But I am looking into a tiny generator. That would be what I would get if I had to start all over. Ya that’s one problem I’m trying to address. I do have a 10x10 canopy that I set up when it’s bad weather. But I try to only bring that when it’s needed. My eventual goal is to build a tonneau cover that tips 45° and attaching an awning that goes over me. But that’s still a work in progress.
@@Samsmobilesharpening Thanks for the quick response. Guys tell me metal in the eye will rust and then you have a big problem. I am looking at the mobile battery that I can recharge daily. Plus, car battery if I need more. Avoiding gas and noise. I have the 1 / 30 plus a work sharp. I wanted a Van, but I need the income to support that idea. How busy are you in your area? Going into Shears when I get a chance.
@@jimlanaghan3304 yikes! That sounds like a painful experience! I’m going. To have to start throwing on glasses on. I already don’t like rust on things but in my eye that sounds severely worse! The mobile batteries are hard to size. For the worksharp it probably will be better because it uses less power. But unless you get like a $1000 battery bank they can’t even run the 1x30 for a few min. I have done the work out of a Honda accord with a fold up table. A can or truck is a great way to do it. But can be done other ways. I stay fairly busy. Just did 100 knives in 24hrs. They needed a quick turn around. But the hardest part is marketing for sure! Sheers are a great one to make some good money! Especially if you have a lot of groomer or hairstylists in your area. It’s significantly harder than knives, but well worth it if you like a good challenge. 😊
@@Samsmobilesharpening I keep seeing things in your video's. I see were you got the flat toolbox from. Looks like the way I will be taking what I need with me. But. The orange baskets that you use that are stackable are nice also. Stackable and space saving. Where did you get them from? Nice size for anything you get to sharpen.
@@jimlanaghan3304 the boxes are milwalkee. They stack and lock. If you’re referring to the wire style baskets, like in the bbq episode. They are from the dollar store. They do stack nice. Eventually what I would like to do though is several knife roll ups. Some blades are a little big for the basket.
Be careful with anything mail related. In some places only the mail people can “deliver” mail and it can be considered a crime. I would call the post office in your area and see if that was ok. But other than that. Any advertising, is good advertising.
@@redangrybird7564I’ve noticed you commented on a few things from Cliff curry too. Do you have a website? I’m starting my knife sharpening business too and need help advertising
You can use them with the stock motor. I personally would not run it edge leading if I was using this motor though. But edge trailing and no pressure. I get no heat on the blade. But I will say the slower running motor would help with the belt chatter at the higher grits. I plan on building a Frankenstein 1x30 one of these days with a dc motor so it can adjust speed and direction. 😊 but as long as you are careful the stock motor is totally ok to sharpen knives.
Interesting how you set the angle guide but do not actually lay the knife on it. It looks like you just use it as a visual comparison guide as you freehand it.
That’s exactly right. It’s very similar to the worksharp blade grinder. Where you have a reference for your angle. I’ve tried resting it on the angle guide with some personal knives, but for edge trailing it just pulls the blade so it makes it much harder to hold the angle correctly.
@@JDog-up7fl I personally use it anytime I’m using a powered sharpener. This one is surprisingly comfortable. My guess is some people don’t use one. But I personally would recommend wearing one just to be safe.
How did you mount the angle guide backwards than it is normally mounted....or is made differently?
@@Ezzell_ there are two options when buying them. One is for edge leading like what you are thinking. And the one I have is for edge trailing. Or the beltoving away from the blade. 🙂 Both have their pros and cons. But for me edge trailing is the way I run my 1x30.
your 1x30 wooden frame is solid!
Thanks! It’s a bit overkill but has held up really well. But I do want to make a nicer frame one of these days.
How much of your biz is sharpening for commercial kitchens/restaurants? Can you give me some pointer on how to get your foot in the door? Do you ask the chefs using the knives what angles they like and for which knives? ty
@@dougsmith4525 not as much as I would like tbh. I find that getting restaurants/ commercial kitchens are the hardest as most chefs know how to sharpen their knives. Not always the case. but 9/10 it's they sharpen their own stuff. Just keep reaching out to more and more places. You will find ones that want the service. 😊 But can be a a simple as dropping off a business card and then a few months later then reaching out to try your service.
As far as angles. I try to go based on how damaged the knives are, and the Intended use of them. My typical go to nowadays is 17⁰ per side. But I play around with that based on what I listed above.
Your trays you use at the market that stack so well. Where did you get them? What are they called?
Looking for something like that to save space.
If your referring to the red trays I put knives in. They are from the dollar store. Pretty sure they are dish bins. But they work great for organization!
@@Samsmobilesharpening Yes those trays. Thanks for the quick reply to a question.
You have one machine. I have 3, for fast sharpening. 1, 1 x30, 2 Work Sharps.
@@jimlanaghan3304 of course. 😊 I found using one machine is easier for me. Less to set up and take down. But eventually my goal is to build a small tow behind cargo trailer with my full setup. 😊
When you go from 120 grit to 600 grit what angle do you like to sharpen at?
Still the same angle that I did at 120. Typically for kitchen knives I stick with 20 degrees. But also depends on the person, and what they want.
Great stuff man! I am trying to turn my sharpening business mobile now. How are you powering your grinder? Inverter? Power station? Curious to know!
So started with an inverter but most suv/ light pickup batteries will only power the 1x30 for maybe 2 hrs. I got a 1000w generator from a company called sportsman. And would not go back to the inverter. 6 hrs on .5 gallons of gas. As well as quieter than the 1x30. It should be in one of my more recent videos if you wanna check it out. I’ll make sure to add something about it in an upcoming video. 😊
nice work
Thank you. 😊
Do you have any videos or tips for sharpening scissors on the 1x30?
I have touched on it briefly. But not anything that would be notable. What kind of scissors are you trying to sharpen? I may be able to give some guidance, or the next time I get a pair of those scissors I can do a more detailed video on them.
@@Samsmobilesharpening is there a way to chat with you by phone or email?
@@vinnym5095 Either one works. If you check in the video description. There is a linktree that has both my email and phone number. Should be under my contact card.
20° is a pretty steep angle for kitchen knives. I prefer 15, or 17 max. For Japanese knives, I'll go as low as 12° for dual-bevel edges. And 25 dps is ridiculous for pocket knives. Again -- 15 dps is where I like them generally, up to 18 dps for hard-use knives.
I would agree that 20 is a bit steep. But I have found the people I sharpen for prefer that kind of an edge. To each their own I guess. 🤷♂️ My personals I sharpen a bit more acute though, like you describe. But that’s also why I talk to the person I am sharpening for and see one what they are using it for, and two how abused is the knife currently. Thank you for the input. It’s always nice getting to have input from others that are familiar with knives, and steel types. 😊
Do you do any farmers markets, flea markets etc?
As of currently I do not have connections for farmers markets, or flea markets. But It’s something I’m looking for. I have a few events in the works. So make sure to stay tuned for that. I sharpen for a bbq event yearly. That’s coming up here really soon.
I saw what you said about a face mask. I use one also. But what about protecting your eye's?
I have eye cover for that. Real question. How are you getting power for the 1 x 30?
You are at the mercy of the weather the way you are set up. I am going to have a SUV with a
hatch back to protect my equipment.
I probably could wear some eye protection. But I haven’t noticed it to get into my eyes or irritate them. But I probably will do some looking into that just to be on the safe side. Thank you for bringing that to my attention.
I run an inverter hooked up to my truck battery. With that 1x30 I can sharpen for about 2 hours before the battery is completely drained. So it’s just being careful not to drain your battery and get you stranded. But I am looking into a tiny generator. That would be what I would get if I had to start all over.
Ya that’s one problem I’m trying to address. I do have a 10x10 canopy that I set up when it’s bad weather. But I try to only bring that when it’s needed. My eventual goal is to build a tonneau cover that tips 45° and attaching an awning that goes over me. But that’s still a work in progress.
@@Samsmobilesharpening Thanks for the quick response. Guys tell me metal in the eye will rust and then you have a big problem. I am looking at the mobile battery that I can recharge daily. Plus, car battery if I need more. Avoiding gas and noise. I have the 1 / 30 plus a work sharp. I wanted a Van, but I need the income to support that idea. How busy are you in your area? Going into Shears when I get a chance.
@@jimlanaghan3304 yikes! That sounds like a painful experience! I’m going. To have to start throwing on glasses on. I already don’t like rust on things but in my eye that sounds severely worse! The mobile batteries are hard to size. For the worksharp it probably will be better because it uses less power. But unless you get like a $1000 battery bank they can’t even run the 1x30 for a few min. I have done the work out of a Honda accord with a fold up table. A can or truck is a great way to do it. But can be done other ways. I stay fairly busy. Just did 100 knives in 24hrs. They needed a quick turn around. But the hardest part is marketing for sure! Sheers are a great one to make some good money! Especially if you have a lot of groomer or hairstylists in your area. It’s significantly harder than knives, but well worth it if you like a good challenge. 😊
@@Samsmobilesharpening I keep seeing things in your video's. I see were you got the flat toolbox from. Looks like the way I will be taking what I need with me. But. The orange baskets that you use that are stackable are nice also. Stackable and space saving. Where did you get them from? Nice size for anything you get to sharpen.
@@jimlanaghan3304 the boxes are milwalkee. They stack and lock. If you’re referring to the wire style baskets, like in the bbq episode. They are from the dollar store. They do stack nice. Eventually what I would like to do though is several knife roll ups. Some blades are a little big for the basket.
I'm starting a knife sharpening business, I plan to deliver leaflets in mailboxes advertising the service, what do you think of this?
Be careful with anything mail related. In some places only the mail people can “deliver” mail and it can be considered a crime. I would call the post office in your area and see if that was ok. But other than that. Any advertising, is good advertising.
@@Samsmobilesharpening thanks, here in Australia is ok to deliver advertising unless the owner put a sticker in the mailbox saying "no junk mail"
@@redangrybird7564I’ve noticed you commented on a few things from Cliff curry too. Do you have a website? I’m starting my knife sharpening business too and need help advertising
stupid idea .... stick to burger flipping
I'm guessing you have put a slower running motor on the 1 x 30's for more control and less heat?
You can use them with the stock motor. I personally would not run it edge leading if I was using this motor though. But edge trailing and no pressure. I get no heat on the blade. But I will say the slower running motor would help with the belt chatter at the higher grits. I plan on building a Frankenstein 1x30 one of these days with a dc motor so it can adjust speed and direction. 😊 but as long as you are careful the stock motor is totally ok to sharpen knives.
Interesting how you set the angle guide but do not actually lay the knife on it. It looks like you just use it as a visual comparison guide as you freehand it.
That’s exactly right. It’s very similar to the worksharp blade grinder. Where you have a reference for your angle. I’ve tried resting it on the angle guide with some personal knives, but for edge trailing it just pulls the blade so it makes it much harder to hold the angle correctly.
Why the mask?
It’s a dust respirator. May not be needed. But at the same time much rather play it safe, and not get metal dust in my lungs.
@@Samsmobilesharpening completely understood. Thank you.
Is it necessary for all knife sharpening procedures?
@@JDog-up7fl I personally use it anytime I’m using a powered sharpener. This one is surprisingly comfortable. My guess is some people don’t use one. But I personally would recommend wearing one just to be safe.
@@Samsmobilesharpening absolutely. Thanks.
Some knives contain heavy metals that definitely aren't good for you.
You seem to stay busy... Do you advertise? Thanks. A sharpener from SoCal
Yep. That is by far the hardest part of the job is the marketing! I joined a lot of social media groups in my area. That has been a huge help!