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Knife Sharpeners
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I have one. It’s awesome. I just sharpened all of my moms knives last night.
Easy, quick, and somewhat dummy proof."Brought to you by bourbon, bacon, and a series of questionable life decisions."
South of Nashville, TN
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You're coming from a more precision sharpener. The Work Sharp works great on my knives. I also don't have very nice knives. If I had high end knives I'd think twice about running them through the Work Sharp. That's just me though. Make sure you practice on some cheaper knives first before running anything of value through it. Lots of people really like them here."The pig is an amazing animal. You feed a pig an apple and it makes bacon. Let's see Michael Phelps do that" - Jim Gaffigan
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I have used the work sharp on smaller knives, and it did a nice job. Ended up building this sharpener from parts on e-bay, and it does a beautiful job on all my custom knives and cutlery. Also works great on shop tools (chisels, scrapers, blades). The 2" x 72" belts are only $2 each, and last a LONG time. I use the 1000 grit to produce a razor edge as a final finish.
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Why do you feel the Wicked Edge system is dangerous?
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I have a Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition and like it. I also use a Gatco manual system that takes longer, but does a nice job.XL Central Ohio
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HeavyG said:Why do you feel the Wicked Edge system is dangerous?Tampa Bay, Florida
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I tried many!! sharpening systems before buying a Work Sharp. Best money I ever spent for knife care. I wouldn't, and haven't thought twice about running high end knives through it, they deserve the best edge we can give them. Ontario Knife Company "Old Hickory" is two miles from my house, Cutco Knife Company is 25 miles from my house, both are very well known companies, Cutco being more expensive, but sharpening belts are what they use to get the crazy sharp factory edges. Proper care of the knives helps keep the edge longer.Franklinville, Western NY
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littlerascal56 said:
I have used the work sharp on smaller knives, and it did a nice job. Ended up building this sharpener from parts on e-bay, and it does a beautiful job on all my custom knives and cutlery. Also works great on shop tools (chisels, scrapers, blades). The 2" x 72" belts are only $2 each, and last a LONG time. I use the 1000 grit to produce a razor edge as a final finish.
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I’ve debated getting a sharpener forever. My knives are all terrible as I take poor care of them. Having said that, I’m not looking for perfect razor sharp knives. Is there much of a benefit of the Ken Onion version vs the standard work sharp? I’m sure it is “better” but for someone like me is it worth the extra $50 or so.
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EggbertGreenII said:littlerascal56 said:
I have used the work sharp on smaller knives, and it did a nice job. Ended up building this sharpener from parts on e-bay, and it does a beautiful job on all my custom knives and cutlery. Also works great on shop tools (chisels, scrapers, blades). The 2" x 72" belts are only $2 each, and last a LONG time. I use the 1000 grit to produce a razor edge as a final finish.
"it is never too early to drink, but it may be too early to be seen drinking"
Winston-Salem, NC
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Literally just finished sharpening all my knives with the work sharp Ken onion edition. I feel they are sharp, but I don't know if they are "sharp, sharp" lol I like playing with it though, its easy and makes me feel like I'm doing something productive.
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I've had a Chef's Choice 100 for many years and it works just fine~~
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What don’t you like about the Wicked Edge. I am trying to decide between the WE and KME.Large, small and mini now Egging in Rowlett Tx
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work sharp Ken onion user here. Lots of contrary opinions but I Love mine. Scalpel sharp knives (if you want) and can change angles between my German and Japanese steel. Not for everyone but I’ll never go back.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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I like the Wicked Edge, I just finished sharpening 4 knives for my wife. I does a great job and depending on how much time you want to spend doing it, it will produce a razor sharp knife, with an edge that is like a mirror. I have the 100/200, 400/600. 800/100 stones and a ceramic stone that is 1200/1600 grit. It takes a fair amount of time to sharpen a knife and you have to pay attention to what you are doing as there is the potential for getting cut. A pair of wire or kevlar gloves would eliminate much of that danger I suppose. While time spent sharpening knives can be somewhat therapeutic, and some folks turn it into a zen-like experience, I suppose it's the time factor that is the biggest downside for me.Tampa Bay, Florida
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EggbertGreenII said:I like the Wicked Edge, I just finished sharpening 4 knives for my wife. I does a great job and depending on how much time you want to spend doing it, it will produce a razor sharp knife, with an edge that is like a mirror. I have the 100/200, 400/600. 800/100 stones and a ceramic stone that is 1200/1600 grit. It takes a fair amount of time to sharpen a knife and you have to pay attention to what you are doing as there is the potential for getting cut. A pair of wire or kevlar gloves would eliminate much of that danger I suppose. While time spent sharpening knives can be somewhat therapeutic, and some folks turn it into a zen-like experience, I suppose it's the time factor that is the biggest downside for me.
When Im in a hurry and the edge isn’t trashed (mine never are anymore) I can sharpen a knife super sharp in 2 min. Medium fine belt for 5 a side and fine for 5 every 2 weeks or when you notice it getting a little dull. That will keep you in perfect shape until you need to reset the edge for any reason. I don’t find I need to with knives I maintain. I did have some pittting in my shun chef knife and was able to work all those out and reset the edge in about 30 min.Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX -
Preface: I have a 16X magnifying visor that I use to inspect the edges, and super-dense felt blocks to de-burr the carbide and metal specks left on the mirror edge.
I have to suppose the Wicked Edge is slow. I have an Edge Pro, which is similar. I use that on my best blades, and I'm quite happy w. the results. I do keep a strop and diamond paste on hand for tune ups. My best blades don't need re-fining for 12 months. Not too much time. That might be a cheaper alternative than buying a new sharpening system.
My crummy blades get frequent visits to a Harbor Freight hand sharpener, and that keep them good enough for cutting on ceramic and glass plates. Hacking along bones.
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Trizor xv
Its idiotproof so its perfect for me...
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