Edge Pro questions

Phil, I have one (Apex model), but I've only sharpened a few knives with it so far, and those were just touch ups. So I haven't even put in the number of knives to get past the learning curve. I will say that it isn't that hard to operate, and it appears to leave a very nice, consistent edge bevel. I just haven't put it to use on an unsharpened blade to see what its potential is. It's just so much faster and easier for me to do the work on the belt.

But for those who demand a specific sharpening angle, it's a good system to get a professional looking edge, and with a good stropping, it will make a high peforming edge as well.

--nathan
 
I have an apex edgepro and use it regularly. Like any tool it has its pros and cons. The main reasons I like it are because it is easy to use, gives you a reliable and consistent edge and the range of stone grits means you can easily reprofile even the hardest steels as well as end up with a shaving sharp polished edge. The other thing I like about it is that the stones are, basically, water stones and, therefore, require no messy oils.

It's main annoyance for me is that it is a bit fiddly to set up and put away but no big deal really.

If you can afford one, get it, it's an excellent addition to any set of sharpening tools or systems.
 
I have the Pro model. It's good, but tends to scratch blades. It's faster than any other sharpening system, but reprofiling still takes a while. I like the fact that I can get an exact sharpening angle for both sides of the blade. I've been sharpening with a belt grinder lately.
 
Get one, you won't be sorry !

About the blade scratching, I got around that by putting green painters tape (highest adhesion) on the blade. By doing that I have had no problem with scratches even on hand rubbed blades.
 
Farmer Phil said:
That's one of my main problems sharpening free hand. I was hoping to get away from that. I've read taping the blade helps?
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A strip of masking tape placed on the knife rest where you hold the blade significantly reduces blade scratching and yes, a couple of bits of tape on the blade will reduce this to zero. I have never experienced any scratching problems on my blades but, then again, I'm not overly concerned about that because they get scratched through normal use anyway.
 
4ever3 said:
Get one, you won't be sorry !

About the blade scratching, I got around that by putting green painters tape (highest adhesion) on the blade. By doing that I have had no problem with scratches even on hand rubbed blades.
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frogtape? the only real difference between it and blue tape is that it's got a substance that gels when wet, creating a barrier to protect from paint bleeding under. cool stuff though.
 
gajinoz said:
Have you tried the evil ebay? A friend of mine got his Sharpmaker at a pretty good price through there. Good luck. :)
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Ya, I've been looking there. No luck so far. I figure there are probably lots of guys who picked one of these up once upon a time, but don't use them any more. I just need to hook up with one of them.

Thanks for all your usage tips guys!

Aloha, Phil
 
otis williams said:
frogtape? the only real difference between it and blue tape is that it's got a substance that gels when wet, creating a barrier to protect from paint bleeding under. cool stuff though.
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No, the 3M 2060 Lacquer tape (lime green) its very thin with high adhesion.
 
Same comments as above about the scratching of the blades. A little preventative measure does eliminate that. It will really put a hair-shaving sharp edge on a blade. My only gripe is those little plastic suction cups that are supposed to secure it to a tabletop. Pretty cheap and ineffective on such an expensive sharpener. Otherwise it works great.
 
I'm a member of archerytalk.com and they have a WTB/WTT section (want to buy/want to trade) that I would imagine if you posted on there you would have quite a bit of response from people wanting to sell their used setups... I see sharpening systems requested on there all the time with successful purchases. Just a thought!
 
ElectricZombie said:
I have the Pro model. It's good, but tends to scratch blades. It's faster than any other sharpening system, but reprofiling still takes a while. I like the fact that I can get an exact sharpening angle for both sides of the blade. I've been sharpening with a belt grinder lately.
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I find that taking a conscious approach to sharpening on the belt helps get the grind even.

What I mean is instead of just running the blade into the belt, I stand in the position that I'll be sharpening in and hold the blade about 1 cm or maybe less away from the belt and go through the sharpening motions.

The keys to this helping are observation and muscle memory. By observing the position and angle of the blade without actually grinding it, will help you remember that position and angle for the other side. By going through the motions without actually grinding you will develop muscle memory that will help with consistency.

That being said, I need more practice. :)
 
I could not live without my edgepo. I sharpen probally 500+ knives a years all with my Edgepro and it is outstanding. I purchased a half dozen stone blanks and I use various grit PSA paper on them all the way up to 10,000 grit. Super sharpener.
 
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