Edge pro. Is it hard to get used to?

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I started out with a sharpmaker and don't like it. I had a separate post about it 2 weeks back. I now have a Norton waterstone but find that sharpening is taking me 2 + hours so im looking at the Edge Pro Apex or the Pro version. Is this system really easy and bombproof to use or is there a learning curve like everything else? Should i get the "Pro" or the "Apex"? Almost double the price for the "Pro". Im thinking about the Apex 4 kit. How long do you think it should take a complete NUB to reprofile a damaged dull blade using this system?

Also, how durable is this system? Anyone ever have any parts break and have to order replacements/ warranty available?
 
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rc3mil said:
I started out with a sharpmaker and don't like it. I had a separate post about it 2 weeks back. I now have a Norton waterstone but find that sharpening is taking me 2 + hours so im looking at the Edge Pro Apex or the Pro version. Is this system really easy and bombproof to use or is there a learning curve like everything else? Should i get the "Pro" or the "Apex"? Almost double the price for the "Pro". Im thinking about the Apex 4 kit. How long do you think it should take a complete NUB to reprofile a damaged dull blade using this system?

Also, how durable is this system? Anyone ever have any parts break and have to order replacements/ warranty available?
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I've had my Apex for about 10-12 years. It took me a good 10 minutes to feel comfortable using it. Nothing has ever broken and the only part that even shows real wear is the 120 stone. Buy an extra one when you order.

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Greetings Rc3mil: The EdgePro is a very good system but there is still a short learning curve. Sharpening two beater knives first got me up to speed and feeling confident enough to tackle two Sebenzas. The result was more than satisfying. Used as directed, it maximizes your efforts by maintaining consistent contact between stone and blade edge so that the abrasion is confined to almost exactly the same spot. This reduces "off angle" sharpening strokes and speeds the sharpening process. Reprofiling or chip removal will STILL take longer than those of us who are impatient would like. Patience is still a large part of the process. The only way around it is power tools. Unless you are planning to start a sharpening business the Apex # 4 kit should fit most needs. IMO the system is well designed and executed. The components are sturdy enough to last quite a while. After several knife reprofilings, the lower grit stones will require flattening which is an easy "do it yourself" job. It is my favorite sharpening system. The downside is it's cost and set up time. If you decide to get one, and intend to do a lot of reprofiling, order an additional 120 grit stone. OldDude1
 
It does have a short learning curve, but after that it does a great job. Being pretty impatient though and having every single one of my friends bring over what seems like every knife they can find, I've ordered a set of paper wheels (which should be here today). If the wheels work out well I'll be packing my apex up. It does chew through steel with that 120 grit stone pretty fast. I usually lap it after every 2-3 reprofiles just to keep up with it as it wears pretty quick.
 
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It does have a short learning curve, but after that it does a great job. Being pretty impatient though and having every single one of my friends bring over what seems like every knife they can find, I've ordered a set of paper wheels (which should be here today). If the wheels work out well I'll be packing my apex up. It does chew through steel with that 120 grit stone pretty fast. I usually lap it after every 2-3 reprofiles just to keep up with it as it wears pretty quick.
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Well if you'd like to sell or donate :D it, i might be interested lol
 
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