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hagar50

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What is the situation with getting your spyderco factory sharpened if you're in Australia?
 
well besides shipping the knives back to colorado and paying whatever the return amount it is for overseas i think you should be concerned with which knives you are sending back. i recall reading posts on here from guys in australia having problems with customs depending on the length and/or the style of the blade. it might be a better option to get a sharpmaker and maybe some diamond rods and do it yourself. i copied this from the spyderco site for ya.

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Mailing Address:
Spyderco Inc.
820 Spyderco Way
Golden, CO 80403-8053

Corporate Headquarters


Phone: 303-279-8383
Toll-Free: 800-525-7770
Fax: 303-278-2229

Hours: (Mountain Standard Time)
M-F 7:30am - 4:30pm

Factory Outlet Store


Phone: 303-279-8613
Toll-Free: 800-828-1925
Fax: 303-278-2057

Hours: (Mountain Standard Time)
M-F 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sat 10:00am - 5:00pm
 
Thanks - I have a pacific salt serrated. I was hoping to find a spyderco endorsed sharpener in Oz. If that isn't possible then will be do it myself. I did a search of the forum on sharpening spydercos and got no result so I will broaden it to sharpening serrated blades
 
Taken from the spyderco site:



Triangle Sharpmaker (Set) ~ 204


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MSRP $74.95


Please Select:
Triangle Sharpmaker w/DVD




Chances are you've heard it said "a sharp knife is safer than a dull one". We believe this quote originated from first hand experience and find it to be true. The Sharpmaker was Spyderco's first product, which we made and sold before getting into the knife business. It's true -- First we made things sharp, then we made sharp things.

The Tri-Angle Sharpmaker includes two sets of high alumina ceramic stones: A pair of medium-grit (brown) stones for aggressive sharpening and a set of fine (white) stones for professional grade finishing. The stones are triangular for sharpening Plainedges on the flat sides and SpyderEdges (serrations) on the corners. A furrow running the length of each stone lets you sharpen pointed items like fishhooks, darts and awls. Included is a set of brass safety rods protecting the users hands while sharpening. All components snap into the self-contained ABS plastic base and lid -- ready to travel with you. Die-cut into the base are keyed slots and holes fitted for the stones. They accurately set the stone's sharpening angle at a 30° (15° each side) or 40° (20° each side) for knives and a 12.5° scissor setting. Turn the base over, a channel lets you lay two stones side-by-side (flat-side up) for use as a benchstone. The lid snaps halfway over the base creating a handhold for stability while you're sharpening. Included is a set of brass safety rods to protect the users hands while sharpening. Ceramic stones, like glass, will break if dropped -- handle carefully. Use them dry, without oil, water or lubricants. To clean: scrub stones with a plastic scouring pad and powered abrasive cleaner, let air-dry. Also autoclave safe. System comes with instruction book and DVD.


here is a video someone put up on youtube, so you can see it in action...the dvd that comes with the sharpmaker is great...trust me, just go get one.


http://youtube.com/watch?v=kSG_W5BSwcw
 
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