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Sharpening help.
on: March 21, 2018, 08:38:45 AM
I'm thinking of buying something to sharpen my knives and MT's, and have been looking at Lansky's stuff. But I need a little help deciding. The options are their tri-stone benchstone and a blademedic or one of their controlled angle systems. Do any of you have any recomendations or pros/cons for any of these?

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #1 on: March 21, 2018, 10:23:45 AM
Just got an angle system.

Not the real Lansky deal but it works the same.

So far I'm really pleased with it!
Works conveniently and some knives that never took a good edge, do now.
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #2 on: March 21, 2018, 10:31:54 AM
I find multitools and SAKs with small blades and heavy handles hard to sharpen on the Lansky guided system and have much better results freehand on a bench stone.  The Lansky works well on 'proper' knives though.
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #3 on: March 21, 2018, 10:59:31 AM
Then I think I will go for the freehand option, and it is also a good skill to know Thanks for your help guys

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #4 on: March 21, 2018, 11:33:14 AM
Freehand sharpening takes a lot of skill and muscle memory and can look (from an aesthetic pov) a bit iffy too, especially if you're not that used to doing it - I've had a pocket knife since I was five and while I can sharpen freehand, I wouldn't say the results are consistent.
I'd invest in a Lansky guide system - just the basic one will do, but if you don't abuse knives too much and just need to touch them up from time to time get a mini Lansky Crux/Crock Stick, about a $8 at most - they're excellent for maintaining factory edges.  :tu:

Edit: Also Lansky guide systems can do small pocket knife blades easily enough, they have a little notch for them, that's what I use.
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #5 on: March 21, 2018, 11:50:33 AM
Quote from: Fuzzbucket on March 21, 2018, 11:33:14 AM
Freehand sharpening takes a lot of skill and muscle memory and can look (from an aesthetic pov) a bit iffy too, especially if you're not that used to doing it - I've had a pocket knife since I was five and while I can sharpen freehand, I wouldn't say the results are consistent.
I'd invest in a Lansky guide system - just the basic one will do, but if you don't abuse knives too much and just need to touch them up from time to time get a mini Lansky Crux/Crock Stick, about a $8 at most - they're excellent for maintaining factory edges.  :tu:

Edit: Also Lansky guide systems can do small pocket knife blades easily enough, they have a little notch for them, that's what I use.
Thanks for your input, guess I'll just wait and see what I end up with when I go to the store to check out the options there

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #6 on: March 21, 2018, 11:55:14 AM
Quote from: RF52 on March 21, 2018, 11:50:33 AM
Quote from: Fuzzbucket on March 21, 2018, 11:33:14 AM
Freehand sharpening takes a lot of skill and muscle memory and can look (from an aesthetic pov) a bit iffy too, especially if you're not that used to doing it - I've had a pocket knife since I was five and while I can sharpen freehand, I wouldn't say the results are consistent.
I'd invest in a Lansky guide system - just the basic one will do, but if you don't abuse knives too much and just need to touch them up from time to time get a mini Lansky Crux/Crock Stick, about a $8 at most - they're excellent for maintaining factory edges.  :tu:

Edit: Also Lansky guide systems can do small pocket knife blades easily enough, they have a little notch for them, that's what I use.
Thanks for your input, guess I'll just wait and see what I end up with when I go to the store to check out the options there

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #7 on: March 21, 2018, 11:57:21 AM
Quote from: Fuzzbucket on March 21, 2018, 11:55:14 AM
Quote from: RF52 on March 21, 2018, 11:50:33 AM
Quote from: Fuzzbucket on March 21, 2018, 11:33:14 AM
Freehand sharpening takes a lot of skill and muscle memory and can look (from an aesthetic pov) a bit iffy too, especially if you're not that used to doing it - I've had a pocket knife since I was five and while I can sharpen freehand, I wouldn't say the results are consistent.
I'd invest in a Lansky guide system - just the basic one will do, but if you don't abuse knives too much and just need to touch them up from time to time get a mini Lansky Crux/Crock Stick, about a $8 at most - they're excellent for maintaining factory edges.  :tu:

Edit: Also Lansky guide systems can do small pocket knife blades easily enough, they have a little notch for them, that's what I use.
Thanks for your input, guess I'll just wait and see what I end up with when I go to the store to check out the options there

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If you're going to the shops, avoid any of those plastic diamond crock stick thingys, especially the gerber one - they're horrible!!!  :ahhh
Thanks I have a sports/outdoors store I'm going to that have both the tri-stone and the guided system from Lansky, so will compare them and see what I end up with

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #8 on: March 21, 2018, 01:01:49 PM
Check out the Lansky Turnbox it works really well to maintain a sharp edge. That and a benchstone or small diamond pocket stone is all you really need  :tu:
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #9 on: March 21, 2018, 03:41:58 PM
I've sharpened my small traditional knife and a small crkt pilar on a lansky guided. Worked great
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #10 on: March 22, 2018, 01:59:13 AM
the blade medic is good for touching up the edge after some moderate use, and good to have in a backpack, but if you need some deep work I don't think its the best option.
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #11 on: March 22, 2018, 06:23:50 AM
I'm a fan of the guided system by Lansky.  Lots of options on abrasives as well.  I also have the Turn box which is nice for touch ups but I use my Spyderco sharpmaker more.  Stropping is what I always go to first when my edges begin to loose their edge.  If after a strop session I find I need more then onto the ceramics then back to stropping.  If damage has occurred then I'll break out the Lansky.  I run a few compounds on my leather strops.  Nothing high end and nothing I cannot readily get from a home improvement store.  I know there are really nice compounds but so far I've managed to get by rather well. 

Many blades would do fine with some stropping to bring the edge back up vs an all out sharpening session.   
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Reply #12 on: March 22, 2018, 07:41:46 AM
Thanks for your input and tips guys! Still can't decide but I'm sure I will end up with something good ☺

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #13 on: March 22, 2018, 01:00:01 PM
I can also recommend the blade medic for occasional touch up (I have two, on two bags) but nothing serious (the diamond is really aggressive, the ceramic is about 1000 grit and leaves a good polish but has small area/surface, I don't use the pull-throughs, the BladeMedic is heavy)

The Turn Box is essentially a cheaper and simpler Sharpmaker that seems to produce good results for most people, I can't speak for myself because I only have the Spyderco SM which I use very often (my main sharpening tool)  ;)



On the go and when I want to carry a small but good sharpening system and not handle the weight of the BladeMedic I use small hones and crock-sticks sold by Lansky, this one serves for small, big, SE and PE knives, and the groove is for hooks, package openers or really small blades  :ahhh



there is aversion for Cold Steel's serrations also sold by Lansky but works for other things too. Both models are cheap (5-10$) and versatile  :tu:



these small ceramic and diamond plates are also handy to have and weigh little, they fit well in altoids tins, small sheaths or tiny pockets in clothes and bags



let us know what you finally get!!  :salute:
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #14 on: March 22, 2018, 01:25:01 PM
Quote from: ThePeacent on March 22, 2018, 01:00:01 PM
I can also recommend the blade medic for occasional touch up (I have two, on two bags) but nothing serious (the diamond is really aggressive, the ceramic is about 1000 grit and leaves a good polish but has small area/surface, I don't use the pull-throughs, the BladeMedic is heavy)

The Turn Box is essentially a cheaper and simpler Sharpmaker that seems to produce good results for most people, I can't speak for myself because I only have the Spyderco SM which I use very often (my main sharpening tool)  ;)

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On the go and when I want to carry a small but good sharpening system and not handle the weight of the BladeMedic I use small hones and crock-sticks sold by Lansky, this one serves for small, big, SE and PE knives, and the groove is for hooks, package openers or really small blades  :ahhh

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there is aversion for Cold Steel's serrations also sold by Lansky but works for other things too. Both models are cheap (5-10$) and versatile  :tu:

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these small ceramic and diamond plates are also handy to have and weigh little, they fit well in altoids tins, small sheaths or tiny pockets in clothes and bags

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let us know what you finally get!!  :salute:
Some good options there I'll see what is available and post it here when I get whatever I decide on

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #15 on: March 22, 2018, 01:34:07 PM
Pssssst

Online you can find some stores that sell a set like Lansky's.

They're cheap, they work, and they give you an idea what a Lansky is all about before buying it.

Ofcourse, if a Lansky system is affordable, just grab that one... if that catched your interest.
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Reply #16 on: March 22, 2018, 01:36:13 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 22, 2018, 01:34:07 PM
Pssssst

Online you can find some stores that sell a set like Lansky's.

They're cheap, they work, and they give you an idea what a Lansky is all about before buying it.

Ofcourse, if a Lansky system is affordable, just grab that one... if that catched your interest.
Cool! But the Lansky system is quite affordable compared to other options here and I can just go buy it and not wait forever to get it

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Reply #17 on: March 22, 2018, 01:38:47 PM
I just spent 1.5x the price of the original kit on the diamond stones........my advice is get those and only those......if possible.

........depending on the steel you're trying to sharpen of course.....

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Reply #18 on: March 22, 2018, 01:39:22 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 22, 2018, 01:36:13 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 22, 2018, 01:34:07 PM
Pssssst

Online you can find some stores that sell a set like Lansky's.

They're cheap, they work, and they give you an idea what a Lansky is all about before buying it.

Ofcourse, if a Lansky system is affordable, just grab that one... if that catched your interest.
Cool! But the Lansky system is quite affordable compared to other options here and I can just go buy it and not wait forever to get it

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In that case...

I'd say: get one!

You can even use the stones freehand if you prefer.

My copy works great so I can only imagine the results with a Lansky...
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Reply #19 on: March 22, 2018, 01:41:25 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 22, 2018, 01:39:22 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 22, 2018, 01:36:13 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 22, 2018, 01:34:07 PM
Pssssst

Online you can find some stores that sell a set like Lansky's.

They're cheap, they work, and they give you an idea what a Lansky is all about before buying it.

Ofcourse, if a Lansky system is affordable, just grab that one... if that catched your interest.
Cool! But the Lansky system is quite affordable compared to other options here and I can just go buy it and not wait forever to get it

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In that case...

I'd say: get one!

You can even use the stones freehand if you prefer.

My copy works great so I can only imagine the results with a Lansky...
It does seem like a great way to get good results and not mess up a lot in the process Looking forward to trying it

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Reply #20 on: March 22, 2018, 01:42:40 PM
Quote from: Gerhard Gerber on March 22, 2018, 01:38:47 PM
I just spent 1.5x the price of the original kit on the diamond stones........my advice is get those and only those......if possible.

........depending on the steel you're trying to sharpen of course.....
The diamond stone system or just the diamond stones?

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Reply #21 on: March 23, 2018, 09:14:43 AM
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The diamond stone system or just the diamond stones?

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Sorry, I was referring to the Lanksy kit.  Don't know if it's possible, but I would buy the basic kit with diamond stones.  I think mostly people won't need the extra coarse, so 3 diamond stones and the ceramic should be wonderful for most people.

Badly cut myself while sharpening a blade I forged from a bearing casing, partly because it was taking forever.  With the diamond stones it went quickly.

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Reply #22 on: March 23, 2018, 09:26:40 AM
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The diamond stone system or just the diamond stones?

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Sorry, I was referring to the Lanksy kit.  Don't know if it's possible, but I would buy the basic kit with diamond stones.  I think mostly people won't need the extra coarse, so 3 diamond stones and the ceramic should be wonderful for most people.

Badly cut myself while sharpening a blade I forged from a bearing casing, partly because it was taking forever.  With the diamond stones it went quickly.
I will see what they have Thanks!

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Reply #23 on: March 23, 2018, 09:32:35 PM
So I got the deluxe sharpening system from lansky and a blademedic so I can do serrated knives also. Tried the system on a Ganzo and a CRKT minimalist I got from ThePeacent today and they got sharp enough for me so I really like the guided system. I also tried the blademedic on a Vic Handyman and that worked out great so I'm really happy with the purchase Didn't take a pic of it in use but here's one before i opened it and one with the load of stuff I got from TP

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Reply #24 on: March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
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Reply #25 on: March 23, 2018, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
I think that is a good thing

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #26 on: March 23, 2018, 09:47:30 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
I think that is a good thing

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What does the stone side look like?
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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #27 on: March 23, 2018, 09:48:19 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:47:30 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
I think that is a good thing

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What does the stone side look like?
I'll put up a pic tomorrow for you

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #28 on: March 23, 2018, 09:48:54 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:48:19 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:47:30 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
I think that is a good thing

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk
What does the stone side look like?
I'll put up a pic tomorrow for you

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk
Great!
I'll post comparison pics thereafter.
Merit Badges Take part in the christmas pool or a rak type giveaway. Those wanting to say thank you for a rak may also nominate for the santa. Start a new thread and post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Must post a step by step pictorial of a knife or multitool modification (scale swap not included) Start a thread with photos of at least twelve different colored ALOX models in your collection Start a new thread and post a photo of the 110 knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your stayglow SAK Start a new thread with a photo showing the Hook in use Post your pocket dump photos then challenge two more members who must post their pocket dump photos within 24hrs for you to get the badge. Start a new thread with photos of your Buck knives in use Must put something in order and provide link to the post. Must buy an item through the MTo Store Start a thread with photos of at least 1 MTO branded tool in your collection Start a new thread with a photo of your custom ALOX with scissors Start a new thread with photos of your chainsaws Start a new thread with photos of your titanium gear with a multitool or sak Test,please ignore Must start a thread with a photo of your birth year SAK Start a thread with a photo of a repair you made with duct tape Start a new thread with a photo of custom or non standard SAK scales in your collection Must start a thread with a photo of at least five (5) of your watches

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Re: Sharpening help.
Reply #29 on: March 23, 2018, 09:51:05 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:48:54 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:48:19 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:47:30 PM
Quote from: RF52 on March 23, 2018, 09:45:53 PM
Quote from: Mechanickal on March 23, 2018, 09:43:57 PM
Dang my copy of the deluxe system looks close to the real deal...
I think that is a good thing

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk
What does the stone side look like?
I'll put up a pic tomorrow for you

Sent fra min FRD-L09 via Tapatalk
Great!
I'll post comparison pics thereafter.
Cool How much did your version cost if you don't mind me asking?

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Merit Badges Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of  a Case knife  for 30 days Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for fifteen (15) consecutive days. Participate  in Challenge thread and post a photo of a Explorer SAK for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a 'folding hunter' knife that isn't a Buck 110 for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of the 90 days and post a picture each day. Build your own version of an MRE using off-the-shelf components, post a photo of the completed MRE and store at room temperature for 6 days or more. Consume the MRE after the storage period and post pictures and descriptions of the contents. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Using EDC items randomly selected with a poker hand, post a photo of your EDC or a component of the EDC that got used during the course of the day for 4 weeks (or 30 consecutive days) Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a Leatherman Skeletool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Must start a thread with a photo of your camo SAK Participate and contribute in Challenge thread and post a photo of either an Axe, MT/Folding knife or Fixed blade (picked at the beginning of challenge) for thirty (30) consecutive days. Participate in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a Spyderco knife for thirty (30) consecutive days. Only for the 14th year Anniversary Challenge. Post a photo of any gear for thirty (30) consecutive days during the MTo anniversary month. Start a new thread and post a photo of the multitool for seven (7) consecutive days. Participate  in a Challenge thread and post a photo of a LM Pocket Survival Tool for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of an Axe for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread and post a photo of a traditional folder for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with photos of your slasher/chopper/machete knives in use Start a new thread and post a photo of the keychain for thirty (30) consecutive days. Start a new thread with a photo showing the Swiss Army Knife   Toothpick being used in an unusual way. Start a new thread and post a photo of a fixed blade for thirty (30) consecutive days.

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