Question for those guided system users.

[Nosetotail]

So I know the sharpmaker, edgepro, and freehand are highly recommended, but I have gotten totally used to my DMT guided sharpener. I started with a Lansky with stones, but switched to the DMT when I realized the stones were struggling trying to cut the stainless blade I had.

I have grown quite fond of my DMT, but I am a little concerned when I see these systems mentioned that I seldom see the DMT even considered. My question is this: Is there a particular flaw that I am not aware of with the DMT system, or is it just due to lack of exposure with the DMT system. I am wondering if I am missing something that I would prefer with the lansky diamond system.

I went with the DMT for the wider stones, but perhaps the narrower stones would suit me better for sharpening my EDC. Also the DMT system can be modified to be used on bench stones, although I haven't tried it yet.

 

[SaMX]

the cost of the DMT system was higher so I went with the Lanskey. I plan on getting a DMT bench stone and learning to freehand sharpen anyway.

 

[Dakki]

I've had an old-style Gatco and a Lansky. The reason I didn't get a diamond stone system was the price. If I ever wear the extra-coarse stone out on the Lansky I'll probably replace with diamond. (I say "if" because I'm doing more and more sharpening freehand on benchstones these days, and I'm thinking of trying out the sandpaper and mousepad method).

Anyway the only advantages I see to a narrower stone is that it's easier to sharpen recurves, in which case you're probably better off with one of those rounded stones supposedly for serrations anyway. If I still had the (wider) Gatco stones I'd use them on the Lansky.

 

[Native Justice]

I had a Lansky system and rec'd a DMT guided system as a gift. The DMT is superior in every way. I think it's due to lack of exposure and cost that we've not seen more of it.

NJ

 

[Nosetotail]

Well that was my sentiment, but I thought perhaps the narrower stones on the Lansky got better results.