Spyderco Sharpmaker

[31quebec]

I just recieved a Spyderco Sharpmaker after a friend of mine suggested it and all I can say is WOW! I have tried several systems and have been using with good results a Japanese wetstone, but after skimming the manual I was supprised how fast and how sharp I could get my knives with the Spyderco system. If you struggle with knife sharpening I would suggest giving this system a try, I think you will be pleasantly supprised!

 

[atvgod82]

I really like mine. I did find that the diamond stones are a must when sharpening cheap stainless steel. I start with the diamonds and go through the steps just like they tell you to. It speeds up the process.:42:

 

[jncoleman]

It amazed me that somehting that is $50 give or take does that good of a job as well. It is not perfect, and there are better systems, but it has done a fine job on everything from a SAK to a Henckel Chef's knife for me. Just keep the stones clean.

After seeing mine work on his Benchmade, my Dad bought one. That is saying something right there.

 

[dwightp]

Thanks for this thread. I can't sharpen knives worth a crap and someone else had recommended this system but I had yet to pull the trigger. Nice to see a good review from someone on here.

 

[Panzer]

some people will frown on this system because it's not the pure way to sharpen a knife or does not teach proper technique or learning water stone methods. Whatever! It works and for a majority of folks it's enough to touch up their blades back to hair popping sharp.

I have a buddy who makes knives and he uses his sharpmaker on everything. His blades are the sharpest I have ever cared to touch! All on a sharpmaker.

If you like it, master it then use it!