Knife sharpening kit

[TomO]

I’m looking to upgrade my knife sharpener. Any suggestions?

Has anyone had good results with lansky products?
Looking at this kit: https://lansky.com/index.php/products/dlx-5-stone-system/


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[Jaybird1980]

I’m looking to upgrade my knife sharpener. Any suggestions?

Has anyone had good results with lansky products?
Looking at this kit: https://lansky.com/index.php/products/dlx-5-stone-system/


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I have a Gatco sharpening system, it's the same type as the Lansky. I get good results, the Lansky has more stones and materials available.

 

[Jaybird1980]

I should say thin or narrow blades don't mount very securely on the clamp, so it doesn't work very good for thin filet style knives.

Also make sure to get a mount to use as holding it by hand is a pain without one.

 

[Biggredchev]

I should say thin or narrow blades don't mount very securely on the clamp, so it doesn't work very good for thin filet style knives.

Also make sure to get a mount to use as holding it by hand is a pain without one.

Can confirm. I like the lansky kit but its not without its flaws. Good bang for your buck and definitely better than a whetstone though.

 

[churchmouse]

What has become of setting down with a really good set of stones. Some oil and a rag. Add a cold beer and patience.
The proper music sometimes helps but some serious peace and quite with the sound of good steel on a really good stone.

 

[patience0830]

What has become of setting down with a really good set of stones. Some oil and a rag. Add a cold beer and patience.
The proper music sometimes helps but some serious peace and quite with the sound of good steel on a really good stone.

A mechanical aid to maintain angle is beneficial to consistency, especially for the inexperienced.. I admire and represent the zen you seek, but for the masses, the mechanical aid is a bonus.

 

[churchmouse]

A mechanical aid to maintain angle is beneficial to consistency, especially for the inexperienced.. I admire and represent the zen you seek, but for the masses, the mechanical aid is a bonus.

I have a couple of the aids myself. If I do use one I will finish up on one of the stones on the shelf just because.

 

[patience0830]

I have a couple of the aids myself. If I do use one I will finish up on one of the stones on the shelf just because.

Understood.

 

[kickbacked]

I have that sharpening system. Its better than the simpler lansky version. But its kind of a headache setting it up every time. assembling the arms, checking to make sure they're level, its weird to hold for me. Every time i remove a knife from the clamp something falls because you have to hold the knife and a screw driver. Its slow imo. You get sharp results, but if i could free hand razor sharp with consistency i would throw it in the trash.

 

[TomO]

I have that sharpening system. Its better than the simpler lansky version. But its kind of a headache setting it up every time. assembling the arms, checking to make sure they're level, its weird to hold for me. Every time i remove a knife from the clamp something falls because you have to hold the knife and a screw driver. Its slow imo. You get sharp results, but if i could free hand razor sharp with consistency i would throw it in the trash.

Does the optional mount help resolve some of these issues?

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[TomO]

I’m not hung up on the lansky kit - open to other brands/different types of sharpening systems. I am certain I want something with a jig/guide to get the correct angle.


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[schmart]

I’m looking to upgrade my knife sharpener. Any suggestions?

Has anyone had good results with lansky products?
Looking at this kit: https://lansky.com/index.php/products/dlx-5-stone-system/


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I've got a lansky sharpener that I break out when I need to re-profile an edge. However my go to kit for the past 30 years is a Spyderco TriAngle Sharpmaker. It is fast and easy, but I do notice that due to slightly rocking the blade, I get a slightly convex grind and after repeated sharpenings need to go to the lansky to flatten the bevel to get back to fast sharpenings.

The Lansky works great, but is just more trouble to setup and because it needs oil, is messier to use.

--Rick

 

[hammerd13]

Best systems out there are Wicked Edge and Edge Pro, imo. I own Edge Pro, but also utilize basic stones/sandpaper/belts for certain applications (convex edges and scandi grinds especially).

The systems really help you precisely define an edge angle. Whether you are re-profiling or just touching up, you can guarantee an exact edge angle with a good system (as edge angle is a very important aspect in the cutting application).

• Wicked Edge
• Edge Pro

 

[Ark]

I have that Lansky kit, too. It's okay. I haven't been able to get a really impressive edge out of it, but it's serviceable.

 

[copper]

I'm a fan of the KME

 

[kickbacked]

Does the optional mount help resolve some of these issues?

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I dont have the mount so i cant comment.

 

[Jaybird1980]

I’m not hung up on the lansky kit - open to other brands/different types of sharpening systems. I am certain I want something with a jig/guide to get the correct angle.


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What kind of knives are you sharpening?

 

[TomO]

What kind of knives are you sharpening?

Mostly pocket knives - mostly CV (Case) & s30v

And some fixed blades + kitchen knives.


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[Jaybird1980]

Mostly pocket knives - mostly CV (Case) & s30v

And some fixed blades + kitchen knives.


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Ok if the pocket knives have smaller blades clamping them In the Lansky may be problematic. The KME is a lot better unit, but it's to pricey for me. The Edge Pro Apex 2 is also really nice, but again pricey.

If you're just looking to sharpen for everyday use you may want to check out Work Sharp Ken Onion model, I have a buddy that has one and gets surprisingly good results, atleast as good as what I get with the Gatco kit if I don't use a extra fine or ceramic stone.
I have actually been thinking about picking one up for kitchen knives

I also ran across this recently from Work Sharp, looks promising if the clamp works good.

Work Sharp Precision Adjust Knife Sharpener

Exciting news! Work Sharp has introduced the Work Sharp Precision Adjust Upgrade Kit for those who already have a Precision Adjust, and the Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite Package for those who want to get the sharpener with the widest array of grits available! Adjustable Angle The Work...

www.sharpeningsupplies.com

 

[DragonGunner]

I got one like those above years ago....simply suck at it, I try every now and then and never seems to work, maybe need to watch a video but seem even the course just slides over the blades and does nothing. Sandpaper has been my go to system lately.