best edge maintaining sharpener for price

[fisher2]

i use a lansky system at home and im looking for something cheap to keep at my girlfriends for quick touch ups that doesn't cost too much or take up much space

 

[Samon]

Get a strop, obviously!

Or a leather belt.. :thumbup:

 

[fisher2]

i mean something a bit more than a strop something for small dings or rolled edges since i spend 3-4 days at a time

 

[Obsessed with Edges]

What sharpening methods are you most comfortable with? Depending on which, a 'best for you' solution could vary widely.

If the Lansky is the only method you're comfortable with, a supplementary Lansky clamp and a single medium/fine hone to use with it should do, for edge repairs and touch-ups. The Lansky clamp and hones/rods can all be purchased separately, and aren't expensive.

If you've ever used and liked a V-crock type sharpener (Sharpmaker, Lansky TurnBox, etc), those are pretty handy for light repairs and touch-ups.

If you're comfortable with freehand, the options open up dramatically. A single diamond hone/rod would handle repairs easily (I like DMT's pocket/keychain hones for such tasks), and keep good working edges on your blades. An inexpensive SiC stone, like Norton's 'Economy' stone found at Home Depot, can do an awful lot of serious work. Some wet/dry sandpaper used over a hard backing can also be extremely versatile. On that note, sandpaper can be used just like a strop, and the chosen grit can make a difference if/when major edge repairs are needed.


David

 

[fisher2]

What sharpening methods are you most comfortable with? Depending on which, a 'best for you' solution could vary widely.

If the Lansky is the only method you're comfortable with, a supplementary Lansky clamp and a single medium/fine hone to use with it should do, for edge repairs and touch-ups. The Lansky clamp and hones/rods can all be purchased separately, and aren't expensive.

If you've ever used and liked a V-crock type sharpener (Sharpmaker, Lansky TurnBox, etc), those are pretty handy for light repairs and touch-ups.

If you're comfortable with freehand, the options open up dramatically. A single diamond hone/rod would handle repairs easily (I like DMT's pocket/keychain hones for such tasks), and keep good working edges on your blades. An inexpensive SiC stone, like Norton's 'Economy' stone found at Home Depot, can do an awful lot of serious work. Some wet/dry sandpaper used over a hard backing can also be extremely versatile. On that note, sandpaper can be used just like a strop, and the chosen grit can make a difference if/when major edge repairs are needed.


David

think ill end up getting a second lansky system for her house

 

[Jaidmaster]

+1 on the V-crock stick setup - this is what I use for touch ups - have had the same ones for many year, 2 different grits, store in the wooden base and was something like $12 when I got it.

 

[Vegas Blade]

Spyderco Sharpmaker.

Very efficient, versatile, not super pricey.

I have had mine for 20 years. They really last.

 

[REK Knives]

What sharpening methods are you most comfortable with? Depending on which, a 'best for you' solution could vary widely.

If the Lansky is the only method you're comfortable with, a supplementary Lansky clamp and a single medium/fine hone to use with it should do, for edge repairs and touch-ups. The Lansky clamp and hones/rods can all be purchased separately, and aren't expensive.

If you've ever used and liked a V-crock type sharpener (Sharpmaker, Lansky TurnBox, etc), those are pretty handy for light repairs and touch-ups.

If you're comfortable with freehand, the options open up dramatically. A single diamond hone/rod would handle repairs easily (I like DMT's pocket/keychain hones for such tasks), and keep good working edges on your blades. An inexpensive SiC stone, like Norton's 'Economy' stone found at Home Depot, can do an awful lot of serious work. Some wet/dry sandpaper used over a hard backing can also be extremely versatile. On that note, sandpaper can be used just like a strop, and the chosen grit can make a difference if/when major edge repairs are needed.


David

+1 .