Anyone used either of these?

Benner · **on:** September 28, 2008, 01:05:22 AM

Lansky Crock stick sharpener http://www.lanskysharpeners.com/LCSGM.php

Lansky Turnbox crock stick sharpener http://www.lanskysharpeners.com/LCS5D.php

Spoonrobot · **Reply #1 on:** September 28, 2008, 02:05:43 AM

Hey Benner!

I have, and frequently use, the Turnbox model. It works about as well as the Sharpmaker for PE blades but sharpens at a slightly more obtuse angle so it works better for severely damaged blades due to the 25 degree angle available.

Had mine for about 2 years and it's still going strong.

MultiMat · **Reply #2 on:** September 28, 2008, 03:08:24 AM

Looks like a bare bones Sharpmaker , good one ,cheaper too.

jzmtl · **Reply #3 on:** September 28, 2008, 03:19:05 AM

Cheap too, the one with two sets of rods is only $15.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #4 on:** September 28, 2008, 10:11:25 AM

I think I'd wait and get a Sharpmaker mate as there's a few more option's, and a better sharpening angle

Benner · **Reply #5 on:** September 28, 2008, 07:16:37 PM

I am toying with the idea of the turnbox one. They are only £9 inc. delivery. Seems like you can't go wrong.

Dunc · **Reply #6 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:30:22 PM

Quote from: Benner on September 28, 2008, 07:16:37 PM

I am toying with the idea of the turnbox one. They are only £9 inc. delivery. Seems like you can't go wrong.

Be carefull Ben you could go very wrong .Spoony said its a different angle to the sharpmaker

I've found the sharpmaker to be the same as the factory grinds on many different blades . Vic , Spyderco ( obviously ) , Chris Reeve to name but a few .

Dunc

Benner · **Reply #7 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:35:00 PM

Quote from: dunc5 on September 28, 2008, 08:30:22 PM

Quote from: Benner on September 28, 2008, 07:16:37 PM
I am toying with the idea of the turnbox one. They are only £9 inc. delivery. Seems like you can't go wrong.

Be carefull Ben you could go very wrong .Spoony said its a different angle to the sharpmaker I've found the sharpmaker to be the same as the factory grinds on many different blades . Vic , Spyderco ( obviously ) , Chris Reeve to name but a few .

Dunc

If you look on youtube and BB there is a technique involving a pencil that changes that angle very easily and effectively.

jzmtl · **Reply #8 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:35:41 PM

It's 17° and 25° from the description whereas sharpmaker is 15° and 20° (per side)

Dunc · **Reply #9 on:** September 28, 2008, 08:40:18 PM

Quote from: Benner on September 28, 2008, 08:35:00 PM

Quote from: dunc5 on September 28, 2008, 08:30:22 PM
Quote from: Benner on September 28, 2008, 07:16:37 PM
I am toying with the idea of the turnbox one. They are only £9 inc. delivery. Seems like you can't go wrong.

Be carefull Ben you could go very wrong .Spoony said its a different angle to the sharpmaker I've found the sharpmaker to be the same as the factory grinds on many different blades . Vic , Spyderco ( obviously ) , Chris Reeve to name but a few .

Dunc

If you look on youtube and BB there is a technique involving a pencil that changes that angle very easily and effectively.

If you get it you can always practice on an old knife until your happy with the results .

Dunc

ducktapehero · **Reply #10 on:** September 29, 2008, 05:55:25 PM

I have the Deluxe Turnbox style and I love it. Mine has 20 and 25 degrees marked on it. I use the 25 degrees for pocket knives and the 20 degrees for kitchen knives. So far it has worked just great for me. I have no plans to replace it. Although don't drop the rods, they break easy.

NutSAK · **Reply #11 on:** September 30, 2008, 09:35:42 PM

Thanks for the link! The deluxe Turnbox model looks great. I use the 20 and 25 degree settings on my Lansky sharpening system, so it should be a good match for touchups in the field.