WHICH ONE?!

[bladerman61]

I know, it’s probably been asked a million times. I’m leaning towards buying 2 or 3 Naniwa Pro stones. I’ve also looked at Wicked Edge, Work Sharp, TSProf, Bucktool, and many other sharpeners. I’ve seen some of the videos of guys who have one of just about every kind of sharpener that’s out there.
I’ve used my old Gatco sharpening set and combo stones a long time. I like sharpening with stones and the WE and belt sanders look like they do a great job of getting razor like edges.
So, if you were going to make that investment into a good quality sharpener, which way would you go? The stones or one of the other systems? TIA!

 

[777 Edge]

Have a look at a Hapstone RS, great value for an excellent system.

 

[Tensaw]

I spent a lot of time over thinking this one and finally settled on a TSPROF K03. I have zero regrets, but there's a lot of great options. You should check out the Gritomatic website, if you haven't already.

 

[Robbie441]

Have a look at a Hapstone RS, great value for an excellent system.

About how long would you say it takes to sharpen a chef knife from start to finish on the RS? I have about 8 kitchen knives in rotation and just 2 pocket knives with magnacut and vanax steel. I’m trying to decide between a 1x30 or Ken onion style sharpener or just get a Hapstone RS. You seem to really enjoy the “ritual” of sharpening using guided systems but im curious how the 2 types of sharpeners compare in terms of speed, cost, and sharpness. All in for a guided system will cost between $4-500 with a decent set of stones. Whereas a bucktool 1x30 will go for under $200 and I’m ready to go. I do know that I will need to replace the belts more often than I will have to replace the stones on the RS. Just wanted to hear your thoughts. Thanks

 

[777 Edge]

About how long would you say it takes to sharpen a chef knife from start to finish on the RS? I have about 8 kitchen knives in rotation and just 2 pocket knives with magnacut and vanax steel. I’m trying to decide between a 1x30 or Ken onion style sharpener or just get a Hapstone RS.

The time it takes will depend on the steel type, abrasive used, whether you're setting a lower bevel etc.

If the knife has no damage, just a slightly blunted edge and you're keeping the same edge angle then you can sharpen it up as quickly as a minute or two.

Be careful with any high speed grinder type sharpening system if it's not water cooled, you can overheat and ruin the heat treat in your delicate edge in no time at all if you're not careful.