User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 2:36:22 AM EDT
[#1]
Amazon.com
"The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening." Cover shows the author wet-shaving with a double-bitted logging axe. I figure that old timer knows what he's doing. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 2:46:00 AM EDT
[#2]
I've used both the wicked edge system and the ken onion work sharp. Ken onion is great for the price point. I can't do it manually to save my life, so I rely on guides and machines.
 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 5:48:24 AM EDT
[#3]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I've used both the wicked edge system and the ken onion work sharp. Ken onion is great for the price point. I can't do it manually to save my life, so I rely on guides and machines. www.amazon.com/dp/B00EJ9CQKA |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 7:14:51 AM EDT
[#4]
A medium stone a good leather strop and a little practice.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 8:00:22 AM EDT
[#5]
|
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 11:24:06 AM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
I've used both the wicked edge system and the ken onion work sharp. Ken onion is great for the price point. I can't do it manually to save my life, so I rely on guides and machines. www.amazon.com/dp/B00EJ9CQKA |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 1:13:21 PM EDT
[#7]
Lansky Deluxe set. Easy enough to learn the basics on and at ~$45, it won't break the bank.
Also good for re-profiling damaged edges. Chris |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 1:26:40 PM EDT
[#8]
Don't go electric... Removes to much steel.
Very easy to bugger up a edge if your not paying attention. Lansky is for full reprofile of edge. It's a pain for regular edge maintenance... I have one. And only use it for reprofiling. The Spyderco SharpMaker is Dead stupid simple. Perfect for edge maintenance. I have the original version that is 25yrs old and gets regular use and still with the original stones.  Spyderco Sharpmaker -- Is it really that easy? If you want to learn Free Hand. Buy cheap Walmart/swap meet knives to practice on. And a set of generic stones. |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 5:03:42 PM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Where did you find that price? |
|
|
|
Posted: 1/19/2018 10:37:39 PM EDT
[#10]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
no idea - that was the Amazon link and the ASIN. Normal price is 130 Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
Where did you find that price? |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/6/2018 8:38:02 PM EDT
[#11]
Just got the KME system. It is very easy to use, cheaper than edge pro or wicked edge and produces just as good results. Plus, there are tons of additional accessories including japanese water stones, synthetic stones or even belgium coticles. Its made in the USA too.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 2/6/2018 9:22:01 PM EDT
[#12]
If you are budget minded a wicked edge is out of the question and so is the Name brand Edge pro.
Here's an Edge pro knockoff for $40. I'd recommend getting that and then get some diamond stones from edge pro for it. Edge pro knockoff I have the actual Edge pro, but I think this knockoff would be just as good or at least worth a try to see if you like it. It takes a minute to get the process down and figure out your angles. But once you do, razor sharp knives are easy to make. |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/7/2018 5:37:38 AM EDT
[#13]
I've owned various sharpeners. I gave up on them all once I learned how to sharpen properly with a $5 set of stones that can fit in my pocket.
I gave up on trying to master mirror stroping, but I can have just about any dull knife shaving my arm clean in just a few minutes. |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/7/2018 6:48:08 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
Just got the KME system. It is very easy to use, cheaper than edge pro or wicked edge and produces just as good results. Plus, there are tons of additional accessories including japanese water stones, synthetic stones or even belgium coticles. Its made in the USA too. |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/7/2018 7:35:18 PM EDT
[#15]
Did this the first weekend with KME system. Finished on the 5000 and 10000 chosera stone then stropped with 4 micron solution. |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/7/2018 7:43:04 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted:
http://i65.tinypic.com/2u4on5v.jpg Did this the first weekend with KME system. Finished on the 5000 and 10000 chosera stone then stropped with 4 micron solution. |
|
|
|
Posted: 2/7/2018 9:08:06 PM EDT
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice. I have a couple of recurve blades and I'm wondering how easy it is to get the mirror polished edge on those? I noticed the jewelers tool thing for doing recurves but that only goes to 1800. It may be up to custom setups or trying to just use the edge of the items to get a good polish on the recurves. |
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
