What angle should I use on my sharpener to give this a nice edge?
59425
I just purchased the Work sharp off Amazon and used the 50 degree adaptor (I think) it did decent not arm shaving sharp but decent. Hope that helps.
261337
This set comes with a sharpener. You hold the handle and pull the blade across the rod at an angle as you pull it down the full length of the blade. The blade should be tilted at an angle not straight up and down. You do each side equally (one side 20 times and the other side 20 times) thus making the blade sharper. You can look this up on you tube if you need a visual. Be careful after you are done. The blade will be sharp.
1872717
No, it's not like you're honing a fine knife. Just set the correct height for your angle; turn it on and swipe the blade through a couple of times. Just be careful to not heat the blade too much because you'll loose temper and it will dull easily again.
540792
There are two fixed angles -- one at the top for sharpening knives, the other lower for sharpening scissors and other implements. It takes a screwdriver and some fuss to change from one to the other, which is why I suggested a person should own two units -- one for each type of sharpening without the bother of switching back and forth between them.
1530723
I have used it on much larger knives than anyone is saying here. If you take your time, and move it down the blade you only need to get it close to the same depth on blade, (the older model had a groove made it easier) the angle change won't be that significant, probably comparible to the change you get when reaching way out to the tip of blade anyway. This method will give you more control when sharpening a deep curve, and prevent taking of too much (giving a fatter tip edge)
1391271
OK its recommended that you use 10 to 15 degree angle when sharpening these knives. I usually put 2 quarters between the back of the blade and the stone that will give you an idea of the correct angle
379312
I can't really answer your question about the angles, but I can tell you that I have this knife sharpener and it works GREAT! It is such a joy to have sharp knives and it is very easy to use. I would never be without a good knife sharpener again!
1175001
I use an ultimate oil sharpening system from sharpening supplies. Com. My leek is my last favorite knife, I'm not sure if I got a funky one or what is deal is. It appears as though there is a dual angle beveled edge on the blade. I have been trying to figure it out but half way up the blade it changes angle. I use it as a letter opener now. I'm probably not much help when it comes to this knife. I bought a Kershaw salvo for$10 on ebay that I use daily and feel its a way better knife.
1820448
I've had the best luck with the Work Sharp sharpening system, available from Amazon as well. Most sharpeners I've used give you a 25 degree edge. This one sharpens at 20 degree angle, giving a much sharper and longer lasting edge.
170567
The picture the they show on there site has a dead on accurate picture of the item. I do not know the angle but I know that the knives I have my husband uses a regular knife sharpener on them and they work great. I believe they have a tapered grind edge I think that is what my husband called it.
666483
It really depends on placement of knife and blade width. Using a magic marker on the bevel edge you can adjust it to achieve needed angle. The knives I just recently did for my mom required matching 15 degree bevel and with very little adjust had no issues achieving this. Syderco and a few other knives useing thinner blades due to type metal also require about 15 degrees snd currently have had no issues with sharpening them.
1220181
I recommend watching some how to videos. Explaining how to sharpen a knife using a wet stone thru text is rather difficult. Also, getting a guide on which angles are better for different purposes is a good idea. I use between a 20-25 degree angle for my pocket knives. Again, check out you tube where you can see a demonstration.
1609882
When I used my Lansky sharpening system on this knife I found the edge to be unevenly ground. One side of the blade was roughly 30 degrees and the other 25 degrees.I chose not to re-cut the edges and sharpened it at those angles. The blade took a very nice edge and has held its sharpness with moderate use.
92872
Use the raised rim on the handle as a guide to determine the 16 degree angle. Lay the knife flat against the rim, blade resting on the steel. With slight pressure toward the blade (edge) of knife, slide the knife away from the handle of the steel (and yourself :)) outward and slightly sideways to ensure full coverage of the blade against the steel with each pass. The experts usually slide the blade toward the hilt of the steel where the rim protects their hands if the blade slips. If done regularly, you will only need to sharpen with a few strokes for each side of the blade edge.
2179189
My knives are especially sharp after using mine. If you have used another sharpener that perhaps put a different angle on the blade, you're going to have to run them through the course side a number of times (maybe 50 or do on each side) to get the angle correct. Then 10 or more on each side of the fine stone.
666893
You determine the angle by adjusting the arm up and down. I think one off the angles is like 10 degrees. I personal hollow ground a meat knife and then sharpened it with the unit and I think my new angle was around 15 degrees. this unit is by far the best sharpening method I have found.
1777316
I don't know angles, but it puts a nice working point on sketching pencils. I used it on Prismacolor pencils and I was perfectly satisfied. In fact, I love this little sharpener. I hope this is helpful. Have fun!