I have the Professional model, and I think some important points should be made here.
The Professional model comes with a "Panavise", which is an expensive item all by itself. Not only does it allow you to put you work at any angle that's comfortable for you and will give better control, but can be used for other things too. There are Panavise optional items that are probably available from Panavise, but since I don't need them, didn't bother checking. Ben doesn't sell them either. He uses the Panavise as the base for his machine, and the Pro model is made for it.
One of the real beneficial things about the EdgePro is that it has marked angles on the angle adjustment which you can use for a reference, but the adjustment is infinite, so you can put any angle you want on your blade edge bevel and/or put a double bevel if you want to make the edge sharp, yet stronger.
Once you see this machine, you won't wonder why it's so expensive. It is pure quality, and made to last almost forever, no matter how hard you use it. It IS overkill for a guy who want's to sharpen a cheap folder every year. But for people with high grade knives that use them, it's worth it. I have a lot of money invested in my knives, and they're worth using the best on. At the same time, I can sharpen my kitchen knives, steak knives, fixed blades, folders, OTFs, anything. But the best part is they are all like razors when sharpened on the EdgePro, and it doesn't take but a few minutes.
I figured since I'm going all the way, I got the fitted storage box with it, and am glad I did. It holds everything in foam cut out sections very nicely. For anyone who buys the Apex, I strongly suggest getting the video. It makes starting and learning MUCH easier. This video comes with the Professional model.
Yes, I spent a lot of money on my Professional model. I think it was money well spent, and would recommend it to anyone who cares about their knives. And no matter what you've heard, you CAN'T take it with you. You also won't get "another chance" at life here, so you might as well get some GOOD things that will make your trip here more fun and easier.
And no, I have no connection with Ben Dale. I've just done business with him, and find him to be a straight shooter, with a fine product.
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George
StarPD
The Professional model comes with a "Panavise", which is an expensive item all by itself. Not only does it allow you to put you work at any angle that's comfortable for you and will give better control, but can be used for other things too. There are Panavise optional items that are probably available from Panavise, but since I don't need them, didn't bother checking. Ben doesn't sell them either. He uses the Panavise as the base for his machine, and the Pro model is made for it.
One of the real beneficial things about the EdgePro is that it has marked angles on the angle adjustment which you can use for a reference, but the adjustment is infinite, so you can put any angle you want on your blade edge bevel and/or put a double bevel if you want to make the edge sharp, yet stronger.
Once you see this machine, you won't wonder why it's so expensive. It is pure quality, and made to last almost forever, no matter how hard you use it. It IS overkill for a guy who want's to sharpen a cheap folder every year. But for people with high grade knives that use them, it's worth it. I have a lot of money invested in my knives, and they're worth using the best on. At the same time, I can sharpen my kitchen knives, steak knives, fixed blades, folders, OTFs, anything. But the best part is they are all like razors when sharpened on the EdgePro, and it doesn't take but a few minutes.
I figured since I'm going all the way, I got the fitted storage box with it, and am glad I did. It holds everything in foam cut out sections very nicely. For anyone who buys the Apex, I strongly suggest getting the video. It makes starting and learning MUCH easier. This video comes with the Professional model.
Yes, I spent a lot of money on my Professional model. I think it was money well spent, and would recommend it to anyone who cares about their knives. And no matter what you've heard, you CAN'T take it with you. You also won't get "another chance" at life here, so you might as well get some GOOD things that will make your trip here more fun and easier.
And no, I have no connection with Ben Dale. I've just done business with him, and find him to be a straight shooter, with a fine product.
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George
StarPD
