Awesome! Thanks for the great review and thorough demonstration! Nice use of a vertical mount as well. We've been meaning to talk more about mounting the unit in a vise, so it was nice to see you mention that aspect. We're glad it went to someone who will make good use of it and give it a good home. We hope it gives you years of sharp mower blades!
Thanks for the close up videos. I think you provided the best video I have come across. I just purchased the knockout version of the sharpener and to be honest for $70 it’s pretty much identical.
Good video, clever machine, but just a another tool contraption in my shop. I use a grinder with a flapper disc as well and just balance it with on a nail until its level. I also grind outside in a carport because that grinding dust just gets everywhere in every crack and cranny and is difficult to clean up.
Hands down, your instructional video showing the AAS in operation is the best on UA-cam. For the longest time I have been using an angle grinder locked in a vise, and tho it works, nothing beats this jig for a perfect angle and edge each and every time. I like your idea of a fold up table. This is a consideration along with me fabricating a mobile quad pod stand with locking wheels so I can do the work outside. I'm ordering mine this spring before mowing season starts. I have 4 sets of blades I'm using through the week. I have a Country Clipper Challenger with the flip out deck and it allows me to change blades quite often when I'm out and about on my daily mowing runs.
Thanks for the kind words! You are going to love this jig! Once you get it set up and do a blade or two, it's so simple to get consistent, awesome edges. Thanks for watching!
@@ScoutLawnCare you're welcome! I should have said your video was the best hands down along with the gentleman who does the videos for his company. Gotta give kudos to the man behind this product! Btw, I should have also said the blades locked in the vice rather than the angle grinder.
Those look like john deere 54" blades for the 54c deck. I think the factory edge angle is more close to 35 degrees though; because there is a very slight twist to them when you lay them down on a flat surface. Nice job. I can't wait to get my sharpener I ordered today.
Correct, and good eye! I think I actually have to set the sharpener at 40 degrees, maybe even 45 degrees, to match the factory grind on those Deere blades. Thanks for watching!
Weekend warrior here but the accounts are growing fast! There's only two places in my area that sharpen blades and it's a min of $20 a trip. Thanks for the great review. I will be ordering one tonight.
Great! That bench was a short aluminum folding bench/step platform, that I got at the local farm store. Take it outside, and no metal dust to clean up inside!
Is going back and forth a good idea or should you be just being going one direction toward the end of the blade? Just curious about how many passes it takes bc that seemed like the same amount I’d have to do already
Well, it just just depends on how far the edge is rounded off. I've done blades with only a few passes, and recently sharpened blades from a used commercial mower, that i made enough passes, to go through almost 3 flapper wheels. And no, going back and forth, is no different than going on one direction, all long as you are taking material off evenly, and as needed.
Best sharpener ever! Get you a ryobi cordless grinder and leave it in the trailer. You can mount this thing anywhere! The wall of the trailer the ramp door or you could even use a clamp and stick it to the wheel well of the trailer and sharpen while out if you hit a nice rock or something! I usually screw it down on the ramp and it only takes about 5 minutes to do two pushers and a stander. Even got the extra attachment for Honda blades! Save yourself the aggravation and money (cause the mag 8000 or similar are upwards of 800 or better) and trying to do by hand is a mess!
I hope you use a level on that portable bench. no leveling tool will help if the surface itself is also unbalanced. Plus it's recommended to start towards the center of the blade and work your way out, not inward. nice setup with that bench though. I use magnets to clean up shavings
You don't need to level the bench, it's a self contained unit, it will sharpen at what ever angle you set it for. If you mount it on a bench that is out of level you would attach mount to the out of level bench and the vice and the grinder arm will all be out of level the same amount.
@@davidhall3024 Yes for sharpening, but I'm talking about balancing. gravity would let the blade sit flat but it would appear off with that leveling tool.
Nice. I just ordered the sharpener, and bought an adjustable step bench from Lowes to mount this to. Did you have to buy the hardware to mount to bench? Or does the sharpener ship with the mounting hardware thanks
Awesome, and thanks for watching! I honestly don't remember if the mounting hardware was included. I think fasteners might have been included, but could have bought the ones I used, separately. I am lucky to have a nice hardware store only a few minutes away, so getting fasteners is super easy for me.
I've never used mulching blades, honestly. I'm guessing, as long as you're just sharpening the front edge like a normal blade and not worrying about the back teeth, it would be fine. Thanks for watching!
@@miles267 Yep, I find 35 and sometimes 40 degrees, matches factory edges on some blades for sure! Just do a trial grind, and adust to match the factory grind.
I think it's right at 21". It's low, and if I were sharpening more than, say, 6 blades in one session, I'd want it mounted to something taller. But, this setup is super portable, and folds up, to hang on the wall.
Rural King. www.ruralking.com/portable-aluminum-wrk-platform I think harbor freight and Home Depot may sell one also. Keep in mind, this bench is very low, and I wouldn't want to sharpen blades daily with this, but it's great for occasional sharpening that you can bring outside easily.
Blade replacements (3 per mower) are over $50, per mower, generally. You can sharpen a set of blades many times. This pays for itself fairly quickly. Plus, I even sharpen new blades before I use them. New blades aren't usually sharp enough for my liking, especially with paint or powder coat on them. Some commercial blade sharpeners are $700-$800, maybe more. It all depends on your sharpening needs and volume, to determine if a sharpening system is right for you. Thanks for watching!
They are about $200 depending on what model. The model in my video runs $210 I think. It's not cheap for sure, but very well made, and a lot of engineering and machining goes into these. Thanks for watching!
Only about 22" or so. It's fine for 2 or three blades at a time, but if I was going to sharpen for 30 minutes or more, I'd want something taller. The added height of the jig, added to the platform, makes it useable and portable.
Nice set up check out my video on the Oregon blade grinder little pricey but works real well also. Only concern is it looks like aluminum wear and adjustment may become and issue over time. Great video 👍
wonderful video, glad you won it! I would make a point that the AllAmericanSharpener videos show sharpening going from the bottom of the angle to the end of the blade...not from the tip to the center as you are demonstrating (less chance of the machine catching the end). If I'm wrong, PLEASE let me know since I just received mine and I'm trying to figure out where I will mount mine. Blessings. ua-cam.com/video/pHt2N1As52U/v-deo.htmlsi=L3bPM7Cd4LoOgRg8
Awesome! Thanks for the great review and thorough demonstration! Nice use of a vertical mount as well. We've been meaning to talk more about mounting the unit in a vise, so it was nice to see you mention that aspect. We're glad it went to someone who will make good use of it and give it a good home. We hope it gives you years of sharp mower blades!
Thank you!
@@ScoutLawnCare are you from Bladenboro NC?
@@godwilllawncarellc9490 No, central Illinois. Thanks for watching!
I like the idea of the collapsible work bench.
This is THE best sharpener in the business. Worth every penny! 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Thanks for watching!
Top notch product.
Thank you for this video. I actually just got the tool and you got me up and running fast.
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
I received mine today. Set it up and sharpened 3 blades in about 12 minutes. Insane how well it works !!!
Awesome!
I fell in love with that system the first time I seen it. Thanx for the demonstration!!!
Thanks for the close up videos. I think you provided the best video I have come across. I just purchased the knockout version of the sharpener and to be honest for $70 it’s pretty much identical.
I purchased one and think the company is great and has an amazing quality product. I hope they invent some innovative ways to sharpen other tools
Super cool video fun and informative thank you
Thank you!
Excellent video .
Thanks for watching!
Watched 100 reviews on this unit ...... yours was very thorough .... well done and thanks!
Thanks!!!!
I bought one of those and I thought this thing is a little pricey but when it came in the mail and I used it I must say it's well worth the money
I totally agree! I'm going to use mine today! Thanks for watching!
Great video guide. Am using an 80 grit flap wheel and 35 degrees on a Gator mulching blade with this same model 5005 sharpener. It’s life changing!
Just got mine, love it. Very well built
Thanks for watching!
Good video, clever machine, but just a another tool contraption in my shop. I use a grinder with a flapper disc as well and just balance it with on a nail until its level. I also grind outside in a carport because that grinding dust just gets everywhere in every crack and cranny and is difficult to clean up.
Hands down, your instructional video showing the AAS in operation is the best on UA-cam. For the longest time I have been using an angle grinder locked in a vise, and tho it works, nothing beats this jig for a perfect angle and edge each and every time. I like your idea of a fold up table. This is a consideration along with me fabricating a mobile quad pod stand with locking wheels so I can do the work outside. I'm ordering mine this spring before mowing season starts. I have 4 sets of blades I'm using through the week. I have a Country Clipper Challenger with the flip out deck and it allows me to change blades quite often when I'm out and about on my daily mowing runs.
Thanks for the kind words! You are going to love this jig! Once you get it set up and do a blade or two, it's so simple to get consistent, awesome edges. Thanks for watching!
@@ScoutLawnCare you're welcome! I should have said your video was the best hands down along with the gentleman who does the videos for his company. Gotta give kudos to the man behind this product! Btw, I should have also said the blades locked in the vice rather than the angle grinder.
Good review !!
Thanks, and thanks for watching!
Can't wait to order mine🙂
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video! Thanks for posting
Wow! Impressive. Thanks for the demo.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent
Great video! I've been looking at these for a while. Thanks for the tutorial
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Do you prefer T27 (flat face) or T29 (angled face) flap discs?
@@fiftyoon Angled works better for me
I just order one! I have wanted one for so long so I'm crazy excited! Great video my friend!
Thank you sir! I hope it works out great for you, and thanks for watching brother!
Those look like john deere 54" blades for the 54c deck. I think the factory edge angle is more close to 35 degrees though; because there is a very slight twist to them when you lay them down on a flat surface. Nice job. I can't wait to get my sharpener I ordered today.
Correct, and good eye! I think I actually have to set the sharpener at 40 degrees, maybe even 45 degrees, to match the factory grind on those Deere blades. Thanks for watching!
Love how you got this outside. Too messy for inside. Nice job. Might suggest keeping a wire wheel around to clean up the blades.
Great idea on the wire wheel!
This video is exactly what I been looking for. I need the exact setup!!
I really like it. Blade grinds are so consistent!! Thanks for watching!
You convinced me, I'll be ordering one.
Great, thanks for watching!
Weekend warrior here but the accounts are growing fast! There's only two places in my area that sharpen blades and it's a min of $20 a trip. Thanks for the great review. I will be ordering one tonight.
Great! Thanks for watching. Once set up right, it's a no brainier!
Great video. I have one. Love it I am going mount mine like yours to sharpen outside
Great! That bench was a short aluminum folding bench/step platform, that I got at the local farm store. Take it outside, and no metal dust to clean up inside!
I have the same type of bench. Thanks
Is going back and forth a good idea or should you be just being going one direction toward the end of the blade? Just curious about how many passes it takes bc that seemed like the same amount I’d have to do already
Well, it just just depends on how far the edge is rounded off. I've done blades with only a few passes, and recently sharpened blades from a used commercial mower, that i made enough passes, to go through almost 3 flapper wheels. And no, going back and forth, is no different than going on one direction, all long as you are taking material off evenly, and as needed.
Great video. For a normal homeowner, this is still sooo much money. But it does look like it works well.
Maybe so, but for the home owners that finish mow several acres, I could see where it might be a good fit. Thanks for watching!
I agree and really your just buying more lazy people stuff
Best sharpener ever! Get you a ryobi cordless grinder and leave it in the trailer. You can mount this thing anywhere! The wall of the trailer the ramp door or you could even use a clamp and stick it to the wheel well of the trailer and sharpen while out if you hit a nice rock or something! I usually screw it down on the ramp and it only takes about 5 minutes to do two pushers and a stander. Even got the extra attachment for Honda blades! Save yourself the aggravation and money (cause the mag 8000 or similar are upwards of 800 or better) and trying to do by hand is a mess!
I hope you use a level on that portable bench. no leveling tool will help if the surface itself is also unbalanced. Plus it's recommended to start towards the center of the blade and work your way out, not inward. nice setup with that bench though. I use magnets to clean up shavings
Great point. I usually put the bench on my driveway, which is level, when balancing. I wish I would have mentioned that on the video.
You don't need to level the bench, it's a self contained unit, it will sharpen at what ever angle you set it for. If you mount it on a bench that is out of level you would attach mount to the out of level bench and the vice and the grinder arm will all be out of level the same amount.
@@davidhall3024 Yes for sharpening, but I'm talking about balancing. gravity would let the blade sit flat but it would appear off with that leveling tool.
Great video.Thanks
Another video shows 20 grit flapper disc. What do you think of that courser type? It was aluminum oxide 4 1/2 X 7/8 size. THUMBS UP!!!
I've only used 60 and 40 grit. I will say I probably prefer the 40 for speed sake. I've never ran into 20 grit locally, but would certainly try it!
Nice. I just ordered the sharpener, and bought an adjustable step bench from Lowes to mount this to. Did you have to buy the hardware to mount to bench? Or does the sharpener ship with the mounting hardware thanks
Awesome, and thanks for watching! I honestly don't remember if the mounting hardware was included. I think fasteners might have been included, but could have bought the ones I used, separately. I am lucky to have a nice hardware store only a few minutes away, so getting fasteners is super easy for me.
Great video. How well does this sharpener work on mulching blades? And thanks for the post. Cheers
I've never used mulching blades, honestly. I'm guessing, as long as you're just sharpening the front edge like a normal blade and not worrying about the back teeth, it would be fine. Thanks for watching!
Scout Lawn Care works great using 80 grit flap wheel with a Gator mulching blade. But you want to use 35 instead of standard 30 degree angle.
@@miles267 Yep, I find 35 and sometimes 40 degrees, matches factory edges on some blades for sure! Just do a trial grind, and adust to match the factory grind.
What grinder blade do you need.
I use flapper wheels. The lowest grit I can find....
How tall is the work bench you are using 20.5" high or higher?
I think it's right at 21". It's low, and if I were sharpening more than, say, 6 blades in one session, I'd want it mounted to something taller. But, this setup is super portable, and folds up, to hang on the wall.
How does it do to clean up rounded corners on the blades?
As well as any other sharpening method I would guess, if you are willing to grind the blade down that far. Thanks for watching!
Where did you buy the folding table that you used in this field demo?
Rural King. www.ruralking.com/portable-aluminum-wrk-platform
I think harbor freight and Home Depot may sell one also. Keep in mind, this bench is very low, and I wouldn't want to sharpen blades daily with this, but it's great for occasional sharpening that you can bring outside easily.
Like The Video! But $300 Of Equipment VS $20 For New Blades 🤔
Blade replacements (3 per mower) are over $50, per mower, generally. You can sharpen a set of blades many times. This pays for itself fairly quickly. Plus, I even sharpen new blades before I use them. New blades aren't usually sharp enough for my liking, especially with paint or powder coat on them. Some commercial blade sharpeners are $700-$800, maybe more. It all depends on your sharpening needs and volume, to determine if a sharpening system is right for you. Thanks for watching!
Man just ordered mine yesterday going to save me a ton of money on blade sharping for two mowers
@@48dupont For sure! Thanks for watching
Blade suppose to be butter knife sharp, a razor edge rolls to fast. Your sharpening just right.
Thanks man!
Hi can't see any 36 grit anyware they all start at 40
Check online. I ordered a stack of them for cheap!
Man great product how do they get $300 for just a jig?
They are about $200 depending on what model. The model in my video runs $210 I think. It's not cheap for sure, but very well made, and a lot of engineering and machining goes into these. Thanks for watching!
How tall does that bench stand
Only about 22" or so. It's fine for 2 or three blades at a time, but if I was going to sharpen for 30 minutes or more, I'd want something taller. The added height of the jig, added to the platform, makes it useable and portable.
Nice set up check out my video on the Oregon blade grinder little pricey but works real well also. Only concern is it looks like aluminum wear and adjustment may become and issue over time. Great video 👍
I couldn't find your video on the Oregon?
@@ScoutLawnCare it was the 9th video I made it's way back there
Damn dude. 18 passes?
wonderful video, glad you won it! I would make a point that the AllAmericanSharpener videos show sharpening going from the bottom of the angle to the end of the blade...not from the tip to the center as you are demonstrating (less chance of the machine catching the end). If I'm wrong, PLEASE let me know since I just received mine and I'm trying to figure out where I will mount mine. Blessings. ua-cam.com/video/pHt2N1As52U/v-deo.htmlsi=L3bPM7Cd4LoOgRg8
Hand grinder and a tad of work
Lazy Americans