Edge Pro Sharpening System

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Hello, I'm considering the apex model edge pro knife sharpening system. Click here to see it

I've heard that it's a good setup, but are there other sharpeners out there that are better and/or cheaper for the novice knife sharpener? Anything I need to know about the edge pro sharpeners?

Thanks!

PS No really, I tried to do a search before posting this but I kept getting an error message. :o
 
Trent,Is that you?Probably not.Welcome to BladeForums.I have an Apex.It is pretty much acknowledged as the best.There are cheaper systems but none better.It does everything and comes with a video to show you how.And any size you can hang on to you can sharpen.Cool username!Everybody!Trent Reznor is the driving force behind the band,Nine Inch Nails.If you be him,I bought my first Strat off of your father Mike.~leatherbird ps, ages ago. :)
 
For a cheaper price the Spyderco Sharpmaker is a great sharpener, and its very easy to use.
 
leatherbird said:
Trent,Is that you?Probably not....If you be him,I bought my first Strat off of your father Mike.~leatherbird ps, ages ago. :)
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Nope, just a Nine Inch Nails fan. ;)



I'm leaning towards getting the edge pro; I learned a long time ago I'm usually happier in the long run when I buy quality equipment the first time around. Besides, I can sell it to the wife as a christmas present so she doesn't complain too much about the cost. :D

Any idea where the cheapest place to get it would be? The website lists it as $190 for the complete kit. Any online vendors have it cheaper?

Thanks!
 
Sorry TR,I should have looked at your profile.
First and foremost,Thank you for serving! :thumbup: :cool: :D

Have heard good things about Spydie's Sharpmaker.Will ya' be sharpening one or two of your knives,'cause if ya get the EdgePro and any of your buds or knife friends handle your knife/knives,you will be the new Sharpening Guru.I can't say enough good things about the EdgePro. :thumbup:

They can be had on the secondary market(used).Hope that helps.If ya' have any questions you can call EdgePro and they'll answer any questions you might have,you'll probably be talking to Ben Dale,the inventor of this remarkable sharpening system.Hope that helps. :)
 
I have at one time or another puchased everything imagineable claiming to be a Knife Sharpener. Once I purchased the Edge Pro Apex, the quest was finished. I would suggest this site as this is where I purchased mine and buy the Ultimate #2 Deal. You are basically set for life.

http://www.bronksknifeworks.com/Edge-Pro_Knife_sharpeners.htm

Next Christmas, ask for the Spyderco Sharpmaker and/or a good leather strop. Used as "touch uppers" you have everything that you need.
 
edge pro is great. One thing there are two different models. The one shown on the Bronksknifeworks site is the apex. There is also the professional model, which iirc, unless bought on the secondary market, can only be bought new direct from Ben Dale. The difference is that the professional model is made of aluminum, and has an accessory which will sharpen scissors
 
metallicat said:
edge pro is great. One thing there are two different models. The one shown on the Bronksknifeworks site is the apex. There is also the professional model, which iirc, unless bought on the secondary market, can only be bought new direct from Ben Dale. The difference is that the professional model is made of aluminum, and has an accessory which will sharpen scissors
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Unless you are going to go into production sharpening, the Apex model with the stones and tapes offered at Bronk's # 2 is really all that you'll ever need.

The Professional is higher end but gives the same results. It also has a scissor sharpening accessory that you can buy but you'll end up paying about $ 450 for the complete unit.
 
After a little patience (and bidding an awfull lot on eBay) I finally got an edge pro sharpener. I was able to get the pro model for $67!!!

It is, however, a used machine and doesn't come with a selection of stones. As a matter of fact, this is all I'm getting:
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So, where's the best place to purchase stones? Direct from edgepro or from aftermarket vendors?
 
That is actually the APEX model, which is basically the same as the pro but without the adjustable base. steven
 
Interesting... that's the same as the current Apex, but it has a ramp on the arm like the Pro model.

I'd send that photo to Edge Pro and see what they have to say. Might as well get the stones there too...

cbw
 
oldrifleman said:
That is actually the APEX model, which is basically the same as the pro but without the adjustable base. steven
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Doh! Goes to show what I know. I think it's an older model though since the address listed on the sticker is Seattle and not Hood River, OR.
 
Great find and price. Just get some new painter's tape on the front table and some new stones which run around $14 each. I would recommend at least the 180/330/600 and the polishing tapes if you want to get a razor edge. I think their ceramic steel is not too much or you could get the Tennessee big stick for $0.99 at Smoky Mountain Knife Works.

http://www.eknifeworks.com/webapp/e...hText=&Mode=Cat&Brand=&PriceStart=&SKU=SI1020

As a new owner of an EdgePro Apex I can tell you that even a novice after a couple of knives will feel pretty confident and turn out some very sharp, clean and polished edges.
 
Congratulations!!! great buy. when you order stones order some extra 120 grit without the aluminum part. they are $7 +,-, and you can glue new ones on yourself...they'll give you the how too info, ie. what glue to use etc.
the course grits are the only ones that wear. buy 3 xtra 120 and 1 xtra 180 grit. plus, buy all the stones available...you will use them. if you can swing it get the scissor attachment, if it fits on your model. it makes old 'good' scissors so sharp you don't have to close them when wrapping presents!
that attachment also is great with wood chisels.
after a few hours on that edge pro, you'll realize how fortunate you are...
you will amaze your self...have fun!!!!
 
I have the E.P. Apex. All of you who have one of these will know what I mean when I say that you wonder how you sharpened knives without it.:D
 
I have the Edge Pro Professional Model. I have to say, for me, it was the best choice as I wanted to be able to do shears also. The best thing about the Professional Model is that I can set it up just about anyplace and still be able to adjust it so it is comfortable to use. Regardless as to the height of the table or chair I am using at the moment.

For most people I would say the Apex would do just fine. I found the people at Edge Pro to be very helpful and always willing to answer questions and take the time to actually discuss things with you. Really a good outfit in my opinion.
 
clt46910 said:
......I found the people at Edge Pro to be very helpful and always willing to answer questions and take the time to actually discuss things with you. Really a good outfit in my opinion.
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One of the things you are paying for with the EP - Pro is that each one is individually assembled, tested, serial numbered and the owners name is etched on the unit. It is more than the Apex price wise. Is it worth the extra $$? I think so. Definitely takes sharpening to an art form.

The people at Edge Pro are something else. If you have ever wondered what happened to customer service it's alive, well, and thriving at Edge Pro. Ben Dale will answer any question I've ever asked of him. Honestly I've never run into any company doing business that can match their service. Totally the best I've ever encountered.

The new MF stone does take the place of two stones, the 180 and 220. Cuts like the 180 and finishes higher than the 220 for me. Does not wear as fast as either of those. Bonuses all around.

and no I don't have any business ties or financial incentives with Edge Pro. Great product. Great service. Great people and I just wish to recognize that.
 
Thanks for all the replies. I called Ben at EdgePro today and ordered some stones and a ceramic hone. He was a real nice guy to deal with; wish all businsess were like that.

Apparently the Apex I got is fairly rare. According to Ben it's one of the original wooden handmade machines (he said less then 100 made) that served as sort of a prototype for the current model.

Below are some pics of my sharpener (click to enlarge) if you're interested:




 
I sent in the pics to Ben and this is what he told me:

Roland, you scored way bigger that we thought. This is a Sport. Less than 100 built. It is the Professional model without the vacuum base. It was built in 1989. It is much larger then the Apex. It has the RAMP SYSTEM that allows you to stroke the entire length of the stone and the spring loaded stone retainer. It doesn't look like it has been used more than a few times. It does look like it needs new suction cups unless you are going to bolt it down to something.

Good work
Ben
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So that's pretty neat. Anyway, the reason I'm posting is to ask if anybody has a copy of the edgepro instructional video that I could borrow to help get down my technique. I'd of course be willing to pay shipping both ways and can show you my feedback on the ar15.com equipment exchange and eBay if you'd like a reference.

Bounce me an email at flshovelhead@REMOVETHIScomcast.net if you can help me out.

Thanks!


ETA A fellow forum member graciously offered to send me a copy of the tape so I'm now taken care of.
 
I just drove over to the Edge Pro factory today and picked up a new Pro model. Ben took more than an hour out of his busy schedule to give me personal instruction and a lot of good tips that made it worthwhile.

I have only sharpened about six knives so far and find it very easy to use but there is a slight learning curve to get the hang of things. I spent about 20-30 min on the first knife but each one after that went faster until I was down to about five minutes on the last one. I am sure by time I do another half dozen knives I will pretty much have the hang of it.

You can't go wrong on either unit, they are both great sharpeners. I got the pro model because of the scissor attachment.

C C Gabriel
 
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