I've had a Sharpmaker with the additional diamond rods for a few years, and after sharpening and re-profiling many knives, I think the diamond rods are about done. I don't ever use much more pressure that the weight of the knives alone, but I've done quite a few with high grade steels. Several SV30 blades, and the latest, greatest challenge was my Gossman 8" Tusker in A2. I'm pretty sure that one just plain did them in. Now my question:
I can re-up for another set of diamond rods, or I could upgrade my sharpening system altogether and get the Edge Pro. I know many of you are fans of the Wicked Edge system, but it's just plain beyond my price point.
I'm leaning towards the Edge Pro instead of new rods. What do you think?
I can re-up for another set of diamond rods, or I could upgrade my sharpening system altogether and get the Edge Pro. I know many of you are fans of the Wicked Edge system, but it's just plain beyond my price point.
I'm leaning towards the Edge Pro instead of new rods. What do you think?