DMT Diasharp 10" vs 11.5"

[THG]

Does anyone know why the 10" Diasharps are more expensive than the 11.5"? I can't seem to find any difference other than 1.5".

10"
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=DMTD10E

11.5"
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=DMTD11E

 

[Bill1170]

The 11.5" stones are 2.5" wide. It does not say and the photos make it hard to tell, but the 10" stone may be wider.

Bill

 

[hardheart]

10x4

40 vs 28.75 square inches of diamond coated surface.

 

[THG]

Ah, I didn't see any thickness/width specs on the 10" models. Thanks.

 

[Jeff Clark]

I like the longer/narrower configuration better for long blades.

 

[THG]

I like the longer/narrower configuration better for long blades.

I agree. When I look at the streak marks/traces on the stone, it doesn't take much of the width real estate at all.

 

[David Martin]

I have a 4X8" stone and the 2.5X11.5" they both work real well . I can agree w/ Jeff, the longer stone for longer blades . Yet, the longer stone has other advantages as well . Once you get the angle in hand set, you have a longer effective range to push the blade netting greater benefits and cutting down on time spent sharpening . Still, increasing the stones total sq. inches is of good benefit and increases efficient sharpening as well . It comes down to how much are you willing to give for your return . 4X10" wow ! Heck, all these are like driving a Cadillac . DM