A knife sharpened 20 degrees on each side won't cut? Thats a great edge for most knives. Durable edge and razor sharp. A 10 degree edge while sharp, will not hold up in use
What you should have done is to offer for the guy to send his "destroyed" knife to you and then show us, in great detail, how your sharpener can fix the blade.
Well, that also has to do with what did the blade look like when he started. Did he deliberately chew the blade up. And what did he deliberately do with a Sharpener to make the blade look worse. So are there some variables? Yep.
They probably mean 45 degrees inclusive.. or all together, 22.5 each side. Which will cut... For a little while. It's more of a heavy chopper angle in my opinion
Carbide scrapers are fantastic for sharpening a firesteel. But they're also a horrible, horrible thing to do to a knife. Yes, they will remove steel. They will remove steel far, far too fast and in a chattery manner leaving all kinds of ugly scratches. Don't ever torture your blades by using one of these things. Also, 20 degrees to a side is certainly fairly broad, but if you have a *well* sharpened knife at 20 degrees per side, it will definitely cut. I don't doubt that it won't work if you use some carbide scraper horror show to do it though.
10 degrees per side (20 degrees total) - it just works... Show us How you sharpen knives. Can you send us some videos? - we'll share it with our 33,000 followers.
@@SharpensBest I somehow doubt you'd be thrilled to post videos of me using a Work Sharp Ken Onion edition on your page shilling cheap carbide sharpeners. 10 degrees per side is certainly a wicked sharp edge... and one that only premium blade steels are going to be able to hold for any length of time without rolling over. That's pretty steep for even AUS8 or 440C. It ought to be a crime to use a carbide sharpener on any knife more expensive than a Buck 110. If someone used one on my Sebenza, I'd have to start looking for a place to hide the body. Tell you what, why don't you send me one of your sharpeners for T&E? I'll be happy to post a video highlighting the kind of nasty damage they can do to an edge and what kind of work it takes to repair it with decent sharpening equipment. (But no, I will not be demoing it on a $500 knife.)
Lasnky also has an carbide sharpener for field repairs. I think that's what carbide sharpeners are made for. Quick instant sharpening whenever you need.
With all due respect - a sharpener of this type will work, but it will chew up the blade over time. If you have decent knives - you are better off buying a propper sharpening set with a propper bevel guide. I would never use a sharpener like this on my expensive kitchen knives or pocket knives….. but as always… to each his own…..
Yup carbide is a good way to ruin the longevity of any knife and when other sharpeners exist and especially when diamond coated ones exist there's no excuse to use carbide plain and simple.
Love the comment. But I got to say that we allllll know some people out there are so FREKIN STUPID and zero sense. That you have to explain yourself 10 different ways, hoping that 1 explanation can get through that hard head of theirs.. he can get through 10 heads because he said it 121 different ways... bahahaha
I bought one and have used it for a month now. I had a few questions about using it on my karambits when I first received it. When I called the tele number on the sharpener’s handle he really answered. He responded to texts also. Review: For me it’s the best sharpener I have. It’s effective and a good value. I’m comparing it to other sharpeners I have, the kind where I have to drag the blades through different sharpening slots. Do’s-Don’t do’s: Don’t put too much pressure downwards when you are resharpening an already nearly sharp blade. When the blade is almost ready only drag the sharpener across the blade edge with no downward pressure. The weight of the sharpener will be enough to finish it to razor sharpness. *If you use too much pressure you’ll only round the blade by forcing a lip on outer sides of blade. Take your time, many strokes with very light pressure. Do’s: Practice on some of your junk knives before using it on your $100 knife. Although it’s pretty intuitive to use you will need to learn how much pressure and correct angles to use when sharpening the blade. That one side that has the V sharpening slit is good to use first to reshape the edge. Be patient when sharpening. Remember, you can always take more off, but you can’t put more on.
I have to be honest here. I'm a wetstone and strop guy. Id never replace my wetstones and strop with a carbite sharpener. With that being said this particular sharpener looks pretty good. I may pick a couple of these up. One for my bug out bag and another for camping/backpacking. You dont really want to carry 2 or 3 wetstones in a ruck. This seems like a good lightweight option that doesn't take up a bunch of space.
@@chrism4008 yeah I know I just figured this is probably just as good. I carry a relatively big fixed blade (Becker bk2) and I can't stand sharpening it with a small stone.
If you believe in your product so much, you should either show them how to properly use it or have a 100% guarantee on your product or money back not sit there and make fun of people that are giving you money so you can live your lifestyle
Just take out a 60 dollar knife destroy the edge and put the edge back on it. Then prove it to the user that is disappointed, instead of sharpening a kitchen knife.
Haha , i sharpen my knives using 20 degrees each side….”good luck, thats not going to cut anything “!!! I guess 90% of knife manufacturers have been completely wrong! Lol This guy has know clue what he’s talking about.
You are correct about him not knowing anything but he did say 20each side which is 40° and that is a pretty bad angle 20 total is the average 10° each side but ya he is a snake oil salesman scamming people and destroying knives every day
He’s selling junk. You got to take your time and actually learn to sharpen correctly with a stone. Get the Lansky Turn Block, it’s very easy to use and will put a hair whittling edge on a knife.
Sad thing is the customer really does think his knives are ruined. When i first started learning how to sharpen I was terrible and thought I ruined a couple of the knives myself. The edge was so dull I was so frustrated sitting there for a couple hours trying to fix it. With enough practice and money spend on different sharpening systems I was finally able to consistently put a hair popping edge back on. So to anyone searching sharpening videos frustrated like I was dont give up and try different angles and apply different pressure. Eventually it will just click. Find what sharpening system works for you I personally am terrible at whetstones but can sharpen on a diamond stone and ceramic rod. But stay away from those electric sharpeners being able to sharpen by hand is a valuable and rewarding skill to have.
The only way to completely ruin a knife is to melt it into a puddle. Any edge can be restored and even a broken tip csn be reprofiled. Took me forever but I managed to fix mine that way
Says 20 degree angle won't cut, that's what most high end knives are sharpened on. Also says he uses 10 degrees. The edge would roll over easily, he has no clue what he's talking about
I'd describe that more as a "knife whitler" and I'd never use it on a good knife, or even on a $1.25 Dollar Tree knife... but that's me. I'll stick to a diamond plate ($22), and building the skill to sharpen properly. That said, I'm sure the carbide does whittle the edge of the blade away, as it is intended to do.
After several years of use and hundreds of sharpened objects- knives scissors,axes,wood planes,lathe tools, and lawn mowers my sharp- n-spark is still working perfect. My top tip is to pay attention to what Brad says and then get some old kitchen knives and get your technique sorted before destroying your treasured knives! You learn a lot and keep the wife happy with lovely sharp knives. In my humble opinion one possible area where misunderstanding may creep in is the initial perception of the simplicity of the design and Brads easy going,calm,light hearted nature and super slick skills that make him look like he is not trying! Don't let any of this fool you! The sharpener is a masterpiece of design, its simple looks cleverly hide some real inspired design. Brad is using real discipline in his technique, watch his hands carefully,his body position and where he is looking. The hardener has to be used with perfected technique and this comes from disciplined practice. As for Brads light hearted,comedic and sometimes slightly flippant style? Well he is a natural showman and entertainer and all the better for it! Practice practice practice!!!
no it defiantly works good. i tested it on the crappiest knife could find and it worked amazing. but i highly doubt you could sharpen lawn mower blades with this@@danielroberts7627
Good concept but i don't use carbide to sharpen a knife.Carbide cuts the blade rather than honing it. and use of carbide too long will wear down your blade faster than a stone. Carbide cuts a slice of your blade every time it passes over it. Some like carbide because its a quick edge cutter. If thats what you like this sharpener is what you need. but they aren't designed to hone a straight razor with.. I was a machinist for years using carbide to cut steel on a lathe. Carbide WILL cut steel and sharpen a knife. but you have to know how to use it.
I saw your demonstration at the last gun show in Honolulu, and this thing is great for a quick and dirty edge on dull knives or cheap steel. If that guy is thinking it would give a mirror polished edge on some super steel, and could whittle hair, he is just an idiot. It is a good design and serves a purpose, but it is not a KME, Lansky, or a Wicked Edge, and never will be. It will also never give the same result as a set of Japanese whetstones, worked down to 10,000 grit and finished on a leather strop with compound. He should just pay someone to sharpen his blades if he doesn't know what he is doing.
Thank you for watching. If the cover crap goes on I will surely miss the Hawaii shows. YOU people are just the greatest. I just love the camaraderie and interactions with you all. Aloha. Mahalo.
Definitely user error. Sharpening knives is hard. It takes a lot of practice to do it even with a good sharpening system. Unfortunately I don't consider these to be good systems. I would never touch one of my knives with a carbide sharpener with a friggin V notch on the back. Nasty ragged edges and takes off way too much material. I use a ceramic rod and strop to prolong my edges between sharpening and I try not to remove much material. These are very rudimentary sharpeners.
Too many People feel that they can move quickly and without thought or care with a Tool because another has done it in a Video. If I used a Steel/Hone like Gordon Ramsey my knife would be dull. If I tried to use this sharpener as fast as the creator who uses it all the time, my knife would be dull. Stone, Hone, Steel, Rock..... all require basic understanding of the tool and angles to achieve a good result. Good Video with explanation of whats needed to use your product.
Hello sir they just don't know how to use it can you tell me how to acquire one it looks like it's quick and fast to sharpen up especially a Bowie knife which I haven't found any sharpeners that'll work because of the size of the Bowie knife tell me where to buy your product I would really appreciate it thank you 👍
At 5:20 i see a big chunk broken off our left side of the carbide. And later when you show us how it cuts finger nails its another sharpener with little wear on the plastic only. I bought a chip and i cant seem to get any blade shape super sharp. Ive been surprised by my progress but i cant get that razor sharp edge.
If you want to establish and maintain a good clientele, the first thing you want out of your vocabulary when referring to your clients are terms like “operator’s error”, “you were not paying attention”, “you are not fooling anyone”, or any other condescending treatment towards those who are supporting your business. A more proper way would be, “I’m so sorry my product seems not to work for you; well, if you allow me, I will review how to use my ‘Sharpens Best’ product (so you can give it another try). Your satisfaction of the product is important to us, so let me offer you a few tips for you to give it a try…”. I suggest never to treat your customers condescendingly! By the way, the nice handwriting on the note looks like an Architect font.
The only problem I've ever had with your sharpeners is that I lose them all the damn time. When you find one in my pocket, you can bet the knife in the same pocket is SHARP!! Thanks again Brad!
Ooooh. That is a problem. We'll hit the drawing board and see if we can re-design it and come up with a 'no loss' mold for our sharpeners. Check us out at www.SharpensBest.com
I've only seen a couple of Sharpens Best videos, so I'm not really qualified to judge this situation best, but from what I could see, the thing worked. I mean, it was a one cut video and the knife went from ripping through a bubble lined envelope, to CUTTING through the same envelope. Personally I just use a DC4 and a CC4 stone with a fine ceramic rod, and I got my pocket knife 🔪 back to shaving sharp. That's 40 strokes each blade side, on four stone sides plus a rod, and takes about the same amount of time Sharpens Best brought back the kitchen blade in with his one sharpener edge. So, I would consider that proof it works.
After sharpening how long does the blade stay sharp after this compared to a diamond or wet stone sharpener i use a fixed angle diamond sharpener and my blades stay razor sharp for alot of cuts
Don't know how this ended up on my recommended watch list, I sharpen with whetstones, depending on the needs, I typically use a 400g > 1000g > 2000g > 5000g > 10,000g > lapping films starting at 1 micron > .5 micron > .1 micron > strop with a .1 micron paste, then bare leather. This is just showing off really, it changes dramatically depending on the use of the knife, my cutlery doesn't go that far, otherwise you'll lose the bite they need. This tool will never attain an edge better than a 1000g, whether it's stone, diamond, glass, whatever. This tool however is perfect for having it with you at all times, and bringing an edge back to functional again. I may have all the stones, pastes/compounds, strops, etc., but you'll never find anyone who regularly cares any of it with them. That being said, there are some other nice options that are slightly bulkier, but come with a couple of diamond plates, ceramic honing rods and a leather strop, which would perform better than a singular tungsten carbide sharpener. But the layman doesn't care about all that, this is a much simpler, cheaper, and space-friendly option. TLDR: People just need to temper their expectations of what this is capable of, it's not going to out-perform even a solo 1000g stone if you know what you're doing, it requires far less technique and almost no maintenance, but still has a learning curve.
OK, silly question for the pros. Is the "V" of this tool sharpening the knife and the Flat 90-degree bar cleaning it up? What part of the sharpening process is each side of the Sharp best tool doing? Thanks.
Honestly, I had the same problem. Was not too impressed. Watched this video...30 seconds later my Gerber pocket knife glides through paper. Nice! Thanks much.
I can sharpen knifes, I'm a meat cutter.But I still have a shop sharpen them for me,take only 5 minutes per blade.Its more that I get to talk to some good people that have to make a living to.I always leave happy.
Yeah, this is how you convince people you have a great product ... make fun of them when you haven't taught them how to use it and they didn't know they had to learn.
why not just get a wetstone thats proven over the years to give you a razor edge all you need is a small one with two grits on each side i do have the sharpens best sharpener but doesnt even come close to the wetstones and iv used it for years
Any carbide sharpener will destroy your blade. That micro piece of ceramic you have on that pos is to knock off the huge bur the carbide cutters create
Get around a 400 grit diamond sharpening stone, a set of whet stones that go up to 8000 grit, a leather strop and some practice and patience and you'll have a crazy sharp knife. carbide ones have their place, like out in the woods and your pocket folder is dull, but i wouldnt use them on any of my higher end bush knifes.
I have 3. They all work. The first one I bought had a manufacturing defect. The V notch was just spaced too far apart and wouldn’t catch the blade no matter how thick of a blade you tried, but the other part did what it’s supposed to do. So I bought 2 more. Those 2 the V notch was fine. I could re shape and blade or whatever I need to do.
Nope its cause you care about your tools plus imo carbide has little to no need in the sharpening world anymore since we have diamond stones of different grits now i only use ceramics and diamond stones for sharpening the only use for carbide sharpeners imo is in the trash.
When I first got it and used it my knives just got duller,until I learned how to use it, start off with not too much pressure,and check your angle. Once I lightened up on the amount of pressure I was exerting on the blade, my blade got super sharp. Even tonight, I went to sharpen my blade, and I nicked myself and it was like getting cut with a scalpel. I always finish it up with a strop on my leather
It works! I followed your instructions and it makes one heck of a toothy edge. I wanted to use it to see if it would carve wood afterwards. It was too toothy. Left marks on the wood like a dull knife would. Still cut well but left the unappealing lines. So I decided to strop the knife. It was then cutting nice clean wax like slices in the wood. Like butter. Typically I would spend 20 minutes on several stones to get that kind of performance. A real time saver. Thank you.
I don’t own your sharpener, so I don’t know what’s in the box. but maybe it would be more helpful to your customers to have some drawings on how to use the too, maybe on that business card instead of the big logo ( no need for it there, they are already aware of you brand at this point) also instead of explaining people what a 10 degree angle is every time, redesign the sharper in such way that when it touches the blade it will be at 10 degrees. just a couple of things before shaming a guy that didn’t know how to use your design. maybe it needs rethinking. have a good one!
I too was somewhat upset at first with this product, took a few hours to somewhat figure it out myself then made a cut with my pocket knife and gained some confidence, after seeing and watching this video fully through every knife in my house cuts anything like butter I love it and knew it was user error all along😂
@@bradbuckner9496 I still ended up buying a worksharp sharpener, it's just quicker and easier but this thing is good for touching up the edge in the middle of the day for sure
I am currently having the same experience. Ive watched the how to video on the long handled one (bc thats what I have) and its not working great. I know it's me and Ill figure it out.
This guy is a swap meet salesman,and all that sharpener is good for is a 40 dollar fire starter, and he's a smart-a--. Slick toung devil.. his sales pitch is how easy it is to use, and then he says you didn't use it long enough to figure it out lol.. I bought a poker chip not worth it..
Generally, these tungsten carbide sharpeners do work but offer marginal improvements, i.e. good for a really bad, dull, damaged edge. Specifically the V-cutter, which is good for establishing the correct 21-degree angle. (10.5 degrees on each side). is useful, but doesn't usually provide the sharpness to cut paper. This is the first sharpener I've seen that offers a flat, 90-degree tungsten edge, but when he's using it's supported on his leg, with the edge facing up, with his hand really close to the blade as he strokes back and forth. I have a V-sharpener that has a course and fine cutter but is made so the edge of the knife points down, so the hands are not in the cutting path of the blade edge. With people used to working with knives, I don't see it as a problem so much, but with general distribution, many people ordering the device don't have the skill level. We see that all the time with firearms. I think these devices are made in bulk by the manufacturer, many times in China. So, any complaints or requests for refunds because of lost parts can easily be made with no questions asked. I would imagine that most customers are happy with their purchase and have no problems. I can't really comment on the effectiveness of using the flat, 90-degree edge to hone the blade, but it seems to be effective to hone the edge. I don't think it's necessary to make a video disparaging the user, but possibly just make one on how to properly use the sharpener. I think you are right, that most people try to sharpen at a 90-degree total angle.
cathode follower it doesn’t work that great. They act like it’s a miracle sharpener. Put under a microscope you will probably see a jagged edge that cuts. But not like a factory edge. Ceramic sticks and leather restore the edge far better than this. If the edge is destroyed, then this tool will help.
First mistake was expecting a fine edge from carbide sharpening, carbide is quick and dirty, and not real good. I like that instead of trying to help your customer you ignore him a bunch and then put him on blast. Pay attention little boys, this is how you build customer relationships and grow business
So, after about 16 minutes you say you get somekind of serrated edge.. Thats what I get.. But just wen using v-noch first... The knife gets verry sharp, but edge is not verry nice... For me, your sharpener is more of an emergency sharpener and a good tool to have in my toolbox, under the seat of my motorcycle and on my keys...
I think most who are disappointed are not aware that this sharpener is made for a very specific angle of point. It isn’t a one stop answer to sharpening all knifes, and would not be right for something with a strong bias like a chefs knife. It is a great tool for something like a pocket or utility knife that is used often and therefore the blade constantly needs attention.
For a little less get the speedy sharp. It's made in the USA 🇺🇸 we carry them on job sites all the time to keep our utility blades, hatchet, and pocket knives razor sharp. Very simple tool.
I’ve sharpened many knives 20 degrees a side that cut just fine. I usually do them somewhere between 15-18 a side but you can definitely get a knife to be very very sharp at 20 degrees a side. That’s using a fixed angle knife sharpener so I know what the angles degree is.
It is about learning the technique.... why rushing to blaming the sharpener... With experience you can sharpen a knife with a nailfile, mug, wrench, wet stone, river stone, steel rod, sand paper, knife against knife, ceramic... the back of a hacksaw... and of course tungsten carbide pieces...
I bought things like this and it works for cheaper softer knives Doesn't really sharpen the knife it kind of rips the edge so if you have softer steel it'll work But if you really want to sharpen your knives I would stick with a stone or rods Like the spiderco knife sharpener
There's just a whole bunch of people out there who just don't know how to sharpen a knife at all. Doesn't matter what system they attempt to use. Most people don't have the patience to sharpen a knife.
Interesting attitude regarding customers, but despite the condescending and disrespectful tone, there were some good tips. I am still interested in your product, and I now 'get' that the transaction ends there. I would love to see a playlist of basic training, just the training. You are an expert and I would love to learn from you!
How did he “destroy” his knife. He dulled it. All he has to do is get someone to reprofile to for him, or he could try it himself. He may not know how to put an edge on a blade, I don’t know.
Won't cut at 45° on each side but yet your sharpener cuts your nail at the same degree? does that make your nail-cutting test pointless? also, you can have a blade that is a square and it will cut paper like a razor if and I stress if, the blade thickness after the squared off point is thin, very thin. think .08 thin
I agree that those types of sharpeners are not great but you can absolutely sharpen a knife with one. Specific steels will have better edge retention at a specific angle rather than if you put the same edge on every steel. I have knives at 20 and 25 dps that are shaving sharp. Now those are pocket knives that recieve more abuse. A kitchen knife should be at it's greatest angle like 17 degrees per side. You want a finer edge for meat, fruits, or vegetables. a razor sharp blade with 25 dps will still cut just not as cleanly. The edge will also last longer at 25 dps. Every steel is different though you kinda gotta know what steel you have and what kind of edges you can put on it. Some steels won't sharpen unless you're in the right range of angles.
Ive got to say if the product is coming apart after normal use, its a design flaw not a customers fault. Especially if you say multiple people have had that experience. There's ways to combat the loosening of a thread. Maybe you should improve your product...
Hey I like that you don't try to cave and please , you are straight forward. Hard to please everyone. I just ordered mine and can't wait to get it. I won't be as good as you but I'll get good!!!
Unless you knock a chip out of it, or bend it with a pair of pliers no knife is ever so dulled it’s ruined if you can’t sharpen a knife by conventional means even you shouldn’t own a knife
You are correct nothing wrong with them. If used properly they are extremely effective last basically forever work on 55 different knives blades and tools and make knives extremely sharp. Thank you
Bought one of these a couple years ago. I found out that it does put those railroad tracks on the knife edge very easily. I like clean crisp edges with no waves, so it isn’t for me. But, it is one of the best scissor sharpeners I have ever used!
Yes, its operator error. I just bought a Sharpal all in one, and this thing is amazing. Your tool is a better one for camping and outdoors, with the fire starter. But I watched their video three times before using it, and then when I used it, I got better as I sharpened different blades and tools.[Saw many videos of people that were demonstrate how to use it, that were plain wrong. My skill level gets better every time I use it. After three days of owning this sharpener, I now have razor sharp shears, scissors, kitchen, steak and table knives, meat cleavers and tree loping tools, and its so easy to create the edge, with a few pulls through the sharpener, a maximum of 6 pulls. not the many strokes you show. But you have to pay attention to the angles. You need to build your skill level.
I have had nothing but great success with the sharp and spark that I bought several years ago and use on all my knives. I did screw up the edge on the first knife I tried to sharpen but it was operator error on my part, I did not alternate the angle of the sharpener and it made the edge kind of wavy, but guess what? I re-watched your instructions, figured out what I was doing wrong and then fixed the edge issue! Great sharpener, love using it!
I have one on the way. What is the best way to practice using the tool, before laying it down on a favorite or expensive knife? I guess just a cheap knife? Or is there another way to practice and perfect?
Anyone that knows anything about knife sharpening knows these things destroy knife blades. They might put a quick edge on the blade, but they won't last long and the thing removes way too much metal. Look at what they do under a microscope.
Could you possibly put a little bit of plastic like a nub towards the handle that would let you glide the nub over the flat part of the blade to force a 10° angle all the time? Because if you could make some sort of guide built in like that I feel it would go a long way to help people not destroy thier own blades from not using it correctly.
A knife sharpened 20 degrees on each side won't cut? Thats a great edge for most knives. Durable edge and razor sharp. A 10 degree edge while sharp, will not hold up in use
Right Brad Buckner is a used car salesman
This guy is a fraud 😂 20 degree won't cut and is too thick 😂
What you should have done is to offer for the guy to send his "destroyed" knife to you and then show us, in great detail, how your sharpener can fix the blade.
That sounds both fair and honest.. ⚖️❤️🙏
Fair, absolutely
Well, that also has to do with what did the blade look like when he started. Did he deliberately chew the blade up. And what did he deliberately do with a Sharpener to make the blade look worse. So are there some variables? Yep.
I thought the same thing
They probably mean 45 degrees inclusive.. or all together, 22.5 each side. Which will cut... For a little while. It's more of a heavy chopper angle in my opinion
Carbide scrapers are fantastic for sharpening a firesteel. But they're also a horrible, horrible thing to do to a knife. Yes, they will remove steel. They will remove steel far, far too fast and in a chattery manner leaving all kinds of ugly scratches. Don't ever torture your blades by using one of these things.
Also, 20 degrees to a side is certainly fairly broad, but if you have a *well* sharpened knife at 20 degrees per side, it will definitely cut. I don't doubt that it won't work if you use some carbide scraper horror show to do it though.
10 degrees per side (20 degrees total) - it just works... Show us How you sharpen knives. Can you send us some videos? - we'll share it with our 33,000 followers.
@@SharpensBest I somehow doubt you'd be thrilled to post videos of me using a Work Sharp Ken Onion edition on your page shilling cheap carbide sharpeners. 10 degrees per side is certainly a wicked sharp edge... and one that only premium blade steels are going to be able to hold for any length of time without rolling over. That's pretty steep for even AUS8 or 440C. It ought to be a crime to use a carbide sharpener on any knife more expensive than a Buck 110. If someone used one on my Sebenza, I'd have to start looking for a place to hide the body.
Tell you what, why don't you send me one of your sharpeners for T&E? I'll be happy to post a video highlighting the kind of nasty damage they can do to an edge and what kind of work it takes to repair it with decent sharpening equipment. (But no, I will not be demoing it on a $500 knife.)
Agent ur the only one here that actually understands knives and sharpening. Screw carbide sharpeners.
Lasnky also has an carbide sharpener for field repairs. I think that's what carbide sharpeners are made for. Quick instant sharpening whenever you need.
@@Jung_Tae_Hun No, that's what ceramic sharpeners are for. Carbide scrapers leave nasty deep gouges in your blade that are difficult to repair later.
With all due respect - a sharpener of this type will work, but it will chew up the blade over time. If you have decent knives - you are better off buying a propper sharpening set with a propper bevel guide. I would never use a sharpener like this on my expensive kitchen knives or pocket knives….. but as always… to each his own…..
Yup carbide is a good way to ruin the longevity of any knife and when other sharpeners exist and especially when diamond coated ones exist there's no excuse to use carbide plain and simple.
@@Horde334 - yep, agreed. I use the lansky stones and they give a great consistant edge and polish for a shaving sharp knive every time…
If you didn't want to talk about tungsten carbide knife sharpeners, he'd be a nightmare to run into at the bar 🤣
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Love the comment. But I got to say that we allllll know some people out there are so FREKIN STUPID and zero sense. That you have to explain yourself 10 different ways, hoping that 1 explanation can get through that hard head of theirs.. he can get through 10 heads because he said it 121 different ways... bahahaha
I bought one and have used it for a month now. I had a few questions about using it on my karambits when I first received it. When I called the tele number on the sharpener’s handle he really answered. He responded to texts also.
Review: For me it’s the best sharpener I have. It’s effective and a good value. I’m comparing it to other sharpeners I have, the kind where I have to drag the blades through different sharpening slots.
Do’s-Don’t do’s: Don’t put too much pressure downwards when you are resharpening an already nearly sharp blade. When the blade is almost ready only drag the sharpener across the blade edge with no downward pressure. The weight of the sharpener will be enough to finish it to razor sharpness.
*If you use too much pressure you’ll only round the blade by forcing a lip on outer sides of blade. Take your time, many strokes with very light pressure.
Do’s: Practice on some of your junk knives before using it on your $100 knife. Although it’s pretty intuitive to use you will need to learn how much pressure and correct angles to use when sharpening the blade.
That one side that has the V sharpening slit is good to use first to reshape the edge.
Be patient when sharpening. Remember, you can always take more off, but you can’t put more on.
G. Casey so very well said. Thank you for being honest and accurate. Thank you for watching.
I did, I did, I really did. Thank you.
I have to be honest here. I'm a wetstone and strop guy. Id never replace my wetstones and strop with a carbite sharpener. With that being said this particular sharpener looks pretty good. I may pick a couple of these up. One for my bug out bag and another for camping/backpacking. You dont really want to carry 2 or 3 wetstones in a ruck. This seems like a good lightweight option that doesn't take up a bunch of space.
They have foldable diamond stones nowadays.. I used them at work for our machine circular blades.
One small stone will do plenty for survival, and there are small diamond ones with multiple grits too
@@chrism4008 yeah I know I just figured this is probably just as good. I carry a relatively big fixed blade (Becker bk2) and I can't stand sharpening it with a small stone.
I have 3 of these. They work well. Sharpens my Spyderco and my Benchmade Bugout just fine.
If you believe in your product so much, you should either show them how to properly use it or have a 100% guarantee on your product or money back not sit there and make fun of people that are giving you money so you can live your lifestyle
agree would never buy from this guy customer always right is good 4 business
What more do you expect from a Trump supporter?
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Just take out a 60 dollar knife destroy the edge and put the edge back on it. Then prove it to the user that is disappointed, instead of sharpening a kitchen knife.
He can’t this product and his attitude is trash
Agree
he "sharpened" a sharp knife lol
Every knife guy knows to not use pull through sharpeners lol… they work for crappy knifes
Haha , i sharpen my knives using 20 degrees each side….”good luck, thats not going to cut anything “!!!
I guess 90% of knife manufacturers have been completely wrong! Lol
This guy has know clue what he’s talking about.
You are correct about him not knowing anything but he did say 20each side which is 40° and that is a pretty bad angle 20 total is the average 10° each side but ya he is a snake oil salesman scamming people and destroying knives every day
He’s selling junk. You got to take your time and actually learn to sharpen correctly with a stone.
Get the Lansky Turn Block, it’s very easy to use and will put a hair whittling edge on a knife.
Sad thing is the customer really does think his knives are ruined. When i first started learning how to sharpen I was terrible and thought I ruined a couple of the knives myself. The edge was so dull I was so frustrated sitting there for a couple hours trying to fix it. With enough practice and money spend on different sharpening systems I was finally able to consistently put a hair popping edge back on. So to anyone searching sharpening videos frustrated like I was dont give up and try different angles and apply different pressure. Eventually it will just click. Find what sharpening system works for you I personally am terrible at whetstones but can sharpen on a diamond stone and ceramic rod. But stay away from those electric sharpeners being able to sharpen by hand is a valuable and rewarding skill to have.
The only way to completely ruin a knife is to melt it into a puddle. Any edge can be restored and even a broken tip csn be reprofiled. Took me forever but I managed to fix mine that way
@@johnsonjj117 actually if you overheat your knife, you essentially ruined the heat treat which basically makes your knife worthless.
@@AlexanderMason1 yeah, that is true. Guess not everyone has the means to heat treat at home. For smaller blades I sometimes use a small propane torch
Says 20 degree angle won't cut, that's what most high end knives are sharpened on. Also says he uses 10 degrees. The edge would roll over easily, he has no clue what he's talking about
20degree edges wont cut because its too thick??? What?
I'd describe that more as a "knife whitler" and I'd never use it on a good knife, or even on a $1.25 Dollar Tree knife... but that's me. I'll stick to a diamond plate ($22), and building the skill to sharpen properly. That said, I'm sure the carbide does whittle the edge of the blade away, as it is intended to do.
These are total junk , I,ll stick with my Japanese whetstones . Dudes a Hustler .
I will look at you with all your wetstones in the wild wood... haha
Whe he says microscopic has he ever viewed sharpened surface under microscope really clears a lot of stuff up as you go
After several years of use and hundreds of sharpened objects- knives scissors,axes,wood planes,lathe tools, and lawn mowers my sharp- n-spark is still working perfect. My top tip is to pay attention to what Brad says and then get some old kitchen knives and get your technique sorted before destroying your treasured knives! You learn a lot and keep the wife happy with lovely sharp knives.
In my humble opinion one possible area where misunderstanding may creep in is the initial perception of the simplicity of the design and Brads easy going,calm,light hearted nature and super slick skills that make him look like he is not trying! Don't let any of this fool you! The sharpener is a masterpiece of design, its simple looks cleverly hide some real inspired design. Brad is using real discipline in his technique, watch his hands carefully,his body position and where he is looking. The hardener has to be used with perfected technique and this comes from disciplined practice. As for Brads light hearted,comedic and sometimes slightly flippant style? Well he is a natural showman and entertainer and all the better for it! Practice practice practice!!!
Andrew Wilson Andrew! Could not have said it better. Thank you. Have a great day 👍👍👍👍👍👍🍕🍺🍺🍺🍦
Sharpens Best Very Very well said. Great job. Have a great evening. 🙏🤗🤗🤗
So true
Completely fake…..
no it defiantly works good. i tested it on the crappiest knife could find and it worked amazing. but i highly doubt you could sharpen lawn mower blades with this@@danielroberts7627
Good concept but i don't use carbide to sharpen a knife.Carbide cuts the blade rather than honing it. and use of carbide too long will wear down your blade faster than a stone. Carbide cuts a slice of your blade every time it passes over it. Some like carbide because its a quick edge cutter. If thats what you like this sharpener is what you need. but they aren't designed to hone a straight razor with.. I was a machinist for years using carbide to cut steel on a lathe. Carbide WILL cut steel and sharpen a knife. but you have to know how to use it.
I saw your demonstration at the last gun show in Honolulu, and this thing is great for a quick and dirty edge on dull knives or cheap steel. If that guy is thinking it would give a mirror polished edge on some super steel, and could whittle hair, he is just an idiot. It is a good design and serves a purpose, but it is not a KME, Lansky, or a Wicked Edge, and never will be. It will also never give the same result as a set of Japanese whetstones, worked down to 10,000 grit and finished on a leather strop with compound. He should just pay someone to sharpen his blades if he doesn't know what he is doing.
Thank you for watching. If the cover crap goes on I will surely miss the Hawaii shows. YOU people are just the greatest. I just love the camaraderie and interactions with you all. Aloha. Mahalo.
Definitely user error. Sharpening knives is hard. It takes a lot of practice to do it even with a good sharpening system. Unfortunately I don't consider these to be good systems. I would never touch one of my knives with a carbide sharpener with a friggin V notch on the back. Nasty ragged edges and takes off way too much material. I use a ceramic rod and strop to prolong my edges between sharpening and I try not to remove much material. These are very rudimentary sharpeners.
Too many People feel that they can move quickly and without thought or care with a Tool because another has done it in a Video. If I used a Steel/Hone like Gordon Ramsey my knife would be dull. If I tried to use this sharpener as fast as the creator who uses it all the time, my knife would be dull. Stone, Hone, Steel, Rock..... all require basic understanding of the tool and angles to achieve a good result. Good Video with explanation of whats needed to use your product.
So very true my friend. Thank you.
Hello sir they just don't know how to use it can you tell me how to acquire one it looks like it's quick and fast to sharpen up especially a Bowie knife which I haven't found any sharpeners that'll work because of the size of the Bowie knife tell me where to buy your product I would really appreciate it thank you 👍
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At 5:20 i see a big chunk broken off our left side of the carbide. And later when you show us how it cuts finger nails its another sharpener with little wear on the plastic only. I bought a chip and i cant seem to get any blade shape super sharp. Ive been surprised by my progress but i cant get that razor sharp edge.
20° each side will shave hair, so idk why he said that's too thick and won't cut anymore
If you want to establish and maintain a good clientele, the first thing you want out of your vocabulary when referring to your clients are terms like “operator’s error”, “you were not paying attention”, “you are not fooling anyone”, or any other condescending treatment towards those who are supporting your business. A more proper way would be, “I’m so sorry my product seems not to work for you; well, if you allow me, I will review how to use my ‘Sharpens Best’ product (so you can give it another try). Your satisfaction of the product is important to us, so let me offer you a few tips for you to give it a try…”.
I suggest never to treat your customers condescendingly! By the way, the nice handwriting on the note looks like an Architect font.
Dude, I don't think he cares what his clients think, pretty obviously a no nonsense doesn't care about your feelings kind of guy 😂
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The only problem I've ever had with your sharpeners is that I lose them all the damn time. When you find one in my pocket, you can bet the knife in the same pocket is SHARP!! Thanks again Brad!
Ooooh. That is a problem. We'll hit the drawing board and see if we can re-design it and come up with a 'no loss' mold for our sharpeners. Check us out at www.SharpensBest.com
@@SharpensBest pocket clip? so it will always be with your blade
Put a beeper or gps on or in it so when it gets lost u can hit the beeper & find it or use the gps to locate it 😂😂😂😂
Bro, same I loose them all the time lol.
I've only seen a couple of Sharpens Best videos, so I'm not really qualified to judge this situation best, but from what I could see, the thing worked. I mean, it was a one cut video and the knife went from ripping through a bubble lined envelope, to CUTTING through the same envelope. Personally I just use a DC4 and a CC4 stone with a fine ceramic rod, and I got my pocket knife 🔪 back to shaving sharp. That's 40 strokes each blade side, on four stone sides plus a rod, and takes about the same amount of time Sharpens Best brought back the kitchen blade in with his one sharpener edge. So, I would consider that proof it works.
I use the same combo works great
the most useful tool is a well-sharpened knife. The most dangerous? A dull one.
'THIS IS NOT THE WAY TO SHARPEN A QUALITY BLADE'.....or any blade for that matter.
After sharpening how long does the blade stay sharp after this compared to a diamond or wet stone sharpener i use a fixed angle diamond sharpener and my blades stay razor sharp for alot of cuts
it is a poor master who blames his tools
And a poor salesman who blames his customers.
@@MrMZaccone very true
Don't know how this ended up on my recommended watch list, I sharpen with whetstones, depending on the needs, I typically use a 400g > 1000g > 2000g > 5000g > 10,000g > lapping films starting at 1 micron > .5 micron > .1 micron > strop with a .1 micron paste, then bare leather. This is just showing off really, it changes dramatically depending on the use of the knife, my cutlery doesn't go that far, otherwise you'll lose the bite they need.
This tool will never attain an edge better than a 1000g, whether it's stone, diamond, glass, whatever. This tool however is perfect for having it with you at all times, and bringing an edge back to functional again. I may have all the stones, pastes/compounds, strops, etc., but you'll never find anyone who regularly cares any of it with them. That being said, there are some other nice options that are slightly bulkier, but come with a couple of diamond plates, ceramic honing rods and a leather strop, which would perform better than a singular tungsten carbide sharpener. But the layman doesn't care about all that, this is a much simpler, cheaper, and space-friendly option.
TLDR: People just need to temper their expectations of what this is capable of, it's not going to out-perform even a solo 1000g stone if you know what you're doing, it requires far less technique and almost no maintenance, but still has a learning curve.
Did you get all that DAVID,YOU SOULD APOLOGIZE AND ASK FOR YOUR SHARPENER BACK ,,AND SAY THANK YOU.
You are right about that
Can’t go wrong with a wet stone the old school way is the best
OK, silly question for the pros. Is the "V" of this tool sharpening the knife and the Flat 90-degree bar cleaning it up? What part of the sharpening process is each side of the Sharp best tool doing? Thanks.
Costco would give your money back if you lost a shoe.😂🤣
Well that shows how smart David was by him buying kershaw knives 😂😂😂
Lol. Ouch
An "$80" Kershaw no less...
This guy could sharpen a cue ball....
anthony rondolino thank you.
I did..... It was so sharp it cut through the fabric of time and space and I lost it.
Honestly, I had the same problem. Was not too impressed. Watched this video...30 seconds later my Gerber pocket knife glides through paper. Nice! Thanks much.
I can sharpen knifes, I'm a meat cutter.But I still have a shop sharpen them for me,take only 5 minutes per blade.Its more that I get to talk to some good people that have to make a living to.I always leave happy.
Yeah, this is how you convince people you have a great product ... make fun of them when you haven't taught them how to use it and they didn't know they had to learn.
Or just use your god damn brain and common sense. What do you think is better?
I wish TH-cam would allow people to see the thumbs down numbers
why not just get a wetstone thats proven over the years to give you a razor edge all you need is a small one with two grits on each side i do have the sharpens best sharpener but doesnt even come close to the wetstones and iv used it for years
Just junk .take the time to learn how to sharpen a knife with a whetstone or a good guided sharper
Any carbide sharpener will destroy your blade. That micro piece of ceramic you have on that pos is to knock off the huge bur the carbide cutters create
Get around a 400 grit diamond sharpening stone, a set of whet stones that go up to 8000 grit, a leather strop and some practice and patience and you'll have a crazy sharp knife. carbide ones have their place, like out in the woods and your pocket folder is dull, but i wouldnt use them on any of my higher end bush knifes.
I sharpen most of my knives at 20-25 degrees and they’re all under 120 bess . Not sure what the “they’re just too thick” was all about lol
I have 3. They all work. The first one I bought had a manufacturing defect. The V notch was just spaced too far apart and wouldn’t catch the blade no matter how thick of a blade you tried, but the other part did what it’s supposed to do. So I bought 2 more. Those 2 the V notch was fine. I could re shape and blade or whatever I need to do.
He designed it to work really fast so he could get back to running the tilt-a-whirl
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Carbide sharpeners are for people that don't respect their blades. Maybe its because I'm a chef and make a living with my blades.
Nope its cause you care about your tools plus imo carbide has little to no need in the sharpening world anymore since we have diamond stones of different grits now i only use ceramics and diamond stones for sharpening the only use for carbide sharpeners imo is in the trash.
When I first got it and used it my knives just got duller,until I learned how to use it, start off with not too much pressure,and check your angle. Once I lightened up on the amount of pressure I was exerting on the blade, my blade got super sharp. Even tonight, I went to sharpen my blade, and I nicked myself and it was like getting cut with a scalpel. I always finish it up with a strop on my leather
"No Edge" sounds to me "no skill" gotta LEARN how to sharpen
this guy needs to admit defeat and come up with a new product we need gordon ramsey of knife sharpening on him
It works! I followed your instructions and it makes one heck of a toothy edge. I wanted to use it to see if it would carve wood afterwards. It was too toothy. Left marks on the wood like a dull knife would. Still cut well but left the unappealing lines. So I decided to strop the knife. It was then cutting nice clean wax like slices in the wood. Like butter. Typically I would spend 20 minutes on several stones to get that kind of performance. A real time saver. Thank you.
So how does a convex grind cut. It’s greater than 20 degrees?
I don’t own your sharpener, so I don’t know what’s in the box. but maybe it would be more helpful to your customers to have some drawings on how to use the too, maybe on that business card instead of the big logo ( no need for it there, they are already aware of you brand at this point) also instead of explaining people what a 10 degree angle is every time, redesign the sharper in such way that when it touches the blade it will be at 10 degrees. just a couple of things before shaming a guy that didn’t know how to use your design. maybe it needs rethinking. have a good one!
By that hand writing I’d say he’s a tagger
Will this work on hi end super steels like s35vn and m390 ??
I too was somewhat upset at first with this product, took a few hours to somewhat figure it out myself then made a cut with my pocket knife and gained some confidence, after seeing and watching this video fully through every knife in my house cuts anything like butter I love it and knew it was user error all along😂
Very good.
@@bradbuckner9496 I still ended up buying a worksharp sharpener, it's just quicker and easier but this thing is good for touching up the edge in the middle of the day for sure
I am currently having the same experience. Ive watched the how to video on the long handled one (bc thats what I have) and its not working great. I know it's me and Ill figure it out.
Might need to be a little lighter on it once you're trying to get that sharp edge
& now you're walking around $60 short but at least you still got a piece of flint. Which any lighter, even dead 1s, have a piece of flint
The real question is, how low a score can you get on the Brubacher (BESS) scale using one of these.
This guy is a swap meet salesman,and all that sharpener is good for is a 40 dollar fire starter, and he's a smart-a--. Slick toung devil.. his sales pitch is how easy it is to use, and then he says you didn't use it long enough to figure it out lol.. I bought a poker chip not worth it..
Generally, these tungsten carbide sharpeners do work but offer marginal improvements, i.e. good for a really bad, dull, damaged edge. Specifically the V-cutter, which is good for establishing the correct 21-degree angle. (10.5 degrees on each side). is useful, but doesn't usually provide the sharpness to cut paper.
This is the first sharpener I've seen that offers a flat, 90-degree tungsten edge, but when he's using it's supported on his leg, with the edge facing up, with his hand really close to the blade as he strokes back and forth. I have a V-sharpener that has a course and fine cutter but is made so the edge of the knife points down, so the hands are not in the cutting path of the blade edge. With people used to working with knives, I don't see it as a problem so much, but with general distribution, many people ordering the device don't have the skill level. We see that all the time with firearms.
I think these devices are made in bulk by the manufacturer, many times in China. So, any complaints or requests for refunds because of lost parts can easily be made with no questions asked. I would imagine that most customers are happy with their purchase and have no problems. I can't really comment on the effectiveness of using the flat, 90-degree edge to hone the blade, but it seems to be effective to hone the edge. I don't think it's necessary to make a video disparaging the user, but possibly just make one on how to properly use the sharpener. I think you are right, that most people try to sharpen at a 90-degree total angle.
cathode follower it doesn’t work that great. They act like it’s a miracle sharpener. Put under a microscope you will probably see a jagged edge that cuts. But not like a factory edge. Ceramic sticks and leather restore the edge far better than this. If the edge is destroyed, then this tool will help.
@@unknowmysteries5925 Sorry you haven't figured out how to use it correctly. Keep trying. You WILL figure it out..
@@unknowmysteries5925 Good point. I would love to see the edge under a microscope.
I free hand sharpen on stones and it’s an art . This is good for ppl who can’t really sharpen
21 degrees inclusive? That would be an extremely delicate edge. Even 15° per side is really pushing it for most steels/primary grind geometries
You sent me one for free and I love it so much I can push cut my post open thank you brad👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
First mistake was expecting a fine edge from carbide sharpening, carbide is quick and dirty, and not real good.
I like that instead of trying to help your customer you ignore him a bunch and then put him on blast.
Pay attention little boys, this is how you build customer relationships and grow business
Its not the tool its the user
User... Looser.. Doozer...
So, after about 16 minutes you say you get somekind of serrated edge.. Thats what I get.. But just wen using v-noch first... The knife gets verry sharp, but edge is not verry nice...
For me, your sharpener is more of an emergency sharpener and a good tool to have in my toolbox, under the seat of my motorcycle and on my keys...
how is this different than a sharpening steel (not talking about the fire starter of course)? Does it just straighten out the burr?
David R No, it actually cuts a microscopic dust off the blade.
I would never let this guy near even my shittiest knife lol
I think most who are disappointed are not aware that this sharpener is made for a very specific angle of point. It isn’t a one stop answer to sharpening all knifes, and would not be right for something with a strong bias like a chefs knife. It is a great tool for something like a pocket or utility knife that is used often and therefore the blade constantly needs attention.
You’re no math expert a 45 is half of the 90 degree angle 📐 not two sides at 45 jesus
For a little less get the speedy sharp. It's made in the USA 🇺🇸 we carry them on job sites all the time to keep our utility blades, hatchet, and pocket knives razor sharp. Very simple tool.
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I’ve sharpened many knives 20 degrees a side that cut just fine. I usually do them somewhere between 15-18 a side but you can definitely get a knife to be very very sharp at 20 degrees a side. That’s using a fixed angle knife sharpener so I know what the angles degree is.
It is about learning the technique.... why rushing to blaming the sharpener... With experience you can sharpen a knife with a nailfile, mug, wrench, wet stone, river stone, steel rod, sand paper, knife against knife, ceramic... the back of a hacksaw... and of course tungsten carbide pieces...
I bought things like this and it works for cheaper softer knives Doesn't really sharpen the knife it kind of rips the edge so if you have softer steel it'll work But if you really want to sharpen your knives I would stick with a stone or rods Like the spiderco knife sharpener
This is a gimmick 😂
I just use dmt and veneeve diamond stones now . They have went up a little in price now but we’ll worth it
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"Ig you maybe went to school idk"😂😂😂😂 i bought one just for that
Hi....i am from Malaysia...Borneo island to be exact....I must say your product is awesome.....
Did you get one? How are you doing today. Thank you for watching.
There's just a whole bunch of people out there who just don't know how to sharpen a knife at all. Doesn't matter what system they attempt to use. Most people don't have the patience to sharpen a knife.
I just bought the poker chip sharpened and I’m really excited to be able to use it
Interesting attitude regarding customers, but despite the condescending and disrespectful tone, there were some good tips. I am still interested in your product, and I now 'get' that the transaction ends there. I would love to see a playlist of basic training, just the training. You are an expert and I would love to learn from you!
If i use it daily ...how long does the fire starter will last? Months?
How did he “destroy” his knife. He dulled it. All he has to do is get someone to reprofile to for him, or he could try it himself. He may not know how to put an edge on a blade, I don’t know.
Won't cut at 45° on each side but yet your sharpener cuts your nail at the same degree? does that make your nail-cutting test pointless?
also, you can have a blade that is a square and it will cut paper like a razor if and I stress if, the blade thickness after the squared off point is thin, very thin. think .08 thin
I agree that those types of sharpeners are not great but you can absolutely sharpen a knife with one. Specific steels will have better edge retention at a specific angle rather than if you put the same edge on every steel. I have knives at 20 and 25 dps that are shaving sharp. Now those are pocket knives that recieve more abuse. A kitchen knife should be at it's greatest angle like 17 degrees per side. You want a finer edge for meat, fruits, or vegetables. a razor sharp blade with 25 dps will still cut just not as cleanly. The edge will also last longer at 25 dps. Every steel is different though you kinda gotta know what steel you have and what kind of edges you can put on it. Some steels won't sharpen unless you're in the right range of angles.
You can sharpen with a brick, but i wouldn't.
Ive got to say if the product is coming apart after normal use, its a design flaw not a customers fault. Especially if you say multiple people have had that experience. There's ways to combat the loosening of a thread. Maybe you should improve your product...
1k, 3k, 6 and 12k resin bonded diamond stones. Fällkniven CC4 with 1micron diamond paste on the sheath for field maintenance. This is for laymen
Hey I like that you don't try to cave and please , you are straight forward. Hard to please everyone. I just ordered mine and can't wait to get it. I won't be as good as you but I'll get good!!!
Unless you knock a chip out of it, or bend it with a pair of pliers no knife is ever so dulled it’s ruined if you can’t sharpen a knife by conventional means even you shouldn’t own a knife
. Nothing wrong with sharpeners I've sharpened all my knifes. I've had no problem . Brad your sharpeners are alsome.
Phillip Townsel just the truth.
You are correct nothing wrong with them. If used properly they are extremely effective last basically forever work on 55 different knives blades and tools and make knives extremely sharp. Thank you
Bought one of these a couple years ago. I found out that it does put those railroad tracks on the knife edge very easily. I like clean crisp edges with no waves, so it isn’t for me. But, it is one of the best scissor sharpeners I have ever used!
Peyton and Hayden so very true. Thank you.
Yes, its operator error. I just bought a Sharpal all in one, and this thing is amazing. Your tool is a better one for camping and outdoors, with the fire starter. But I watched their video three times before using it, and then when I used it, I got better as I sharpened different blades and tools.[Saw many videos of people that were demonstrate how to use it, that were plain wrong. My skill level gets better every time I use it. After three days of owning this sharpener, I now have razor sharp shears, scissors, kitchen, steak and table knives, meat cleavers and tree loping tools, and its so easy to create the edge, with a few pulls through the sharpener, a maximum of 6 pulls. not the many strokes you show. But you have to pay attention to the angles. You need to build your skill level.
Nice... what are your thoughts on using a leather belt or something to fine tune it
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I have had nothing but great success with the sharp and spark that I bought several years ago and use on all my knives. I did screw up the edge on the first knife I tried to sharpen but it was operator error on my part, I did not alternate the angle of the sharpener and it made the edge kind of wavy, but guess what? I re-watched your instructions, figured out what I was doing wrong and then fixed the edge issue! Great sharpener, love using it!
I have one on the way. What is the best way to practice using the tool, before laying it down on a favorite or expensive knife? I guess just a cheap knife? Or is there another way to practice and perfect?
I got a couple of these sharpeners. There not bad!! If it doesn't work, it because of operated error.
I am a old man half blind and I got my knives very sharp with this thing it dose take practice keep at it and you will get it down. I love this thing.
Anyone that knows anything about knife sharpening knows these things destroy knife blades. They might put a quick edge on the blade, but they won't last long and the thing removes way too much metal. Look at what they do under a microscope.
Could you possibly put a little bit of plastic like a nub towards the handle that would let you glide the nub over the flat part of the blade to force a 10° angle all the time? Because if you could make some sort of guide built in like that I feel it would go a long way to help people not destroy thier own blades from not using it correctly.
I'm interested in buying a sharpener, but now I'm afraid I won't know how to use it correctly. What's the right way to learn? Is there a video?