I have the first generation sharpener and it works great. Just be careful on the kitchen knives as it removes a lot of steel and could change the profile, don't ask me how I know. I love using the coarse belt on my machetes, hatchets and axe. All I do is remove the angle guide attachment and free hand the grinding on the axe or hatchets and it does a phenomenal job.
A buddy of mine has one of those at work, and he’ll bring it in occasionally and sharpen everybody’s pocket knives. I had a buck knife that I had carried for years that was dull and bent up. He was able to take it and turn it into a very sharp knife. Those sharpeners are very good at making, a dull knife extremely sharp. I’m sure you’ll enjoy sharpening your knives with it.
Those work great! The more you use it, the more you'll get a feel, and the quicker it goes. The extra fine belt does stropping but the rod definitely helps straighten out and clean up those fine burs. You'll never go back to another sharpener now!
love my work sharp, i got the grinder attachment for it too does a great job and the belts last longer than i would expect, cheap aftermarket leather belts available for it to use it as a power strop too
I have a Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite (the plastic one, not the "Professional") and I love it. Positive: I believe it does an even better job of finishing the edge, it's wicked; negative: it's not appropriate for things like axes and hatchets or other "not an actual knife" implements of destruction.
I had one of these for years and I love it! The first knife I ever sharpened with it could shave the ink off of a news paper! Edit: for some reason I have never replicated that but they are all shaving sharp Edit: mine was the basic model no where near as nice
There’s an accessory for this (Work Sharp WSSAKO81112 Blade Grinder Attachment for Ken Onion Edition Knife and Tool Sharpener) you might also like that makes it more of a typical pro knife belt style sharpener.
I like how easy it is to change the belts. I thought you would have to unscrew something but nope that is nice. How much wear on the belts did you notice after that little bit of use
I had one of these and used it for about 7 years. Last year the drive gear broke and now it sits in the box. Not sure how to fix it, maybe a plastic mold or repair kit? When it was running it was my first "go-to" sharpener in my sharpening kit. Now I am back to the old method.
@@TheKelleysReviews I’ll have to check it out I have a Dexter- Dextreme fillet knife that the back side of the edge is serrated. On grouper and large snappers I utilize the whole fish, we make smoked fish dip from the collars and heads , the serrated portion makes removing those easier.
Kind of aggressive, might accelerate knife wear significantly.... :-) (long term) Probably best as a "get a dull knife sharp" not a "keep a knife sharp" machine.
A German steel flat stone works better. No huge machine to mess with and no huge bill to buy more Chinese junk. [ Yes, read the item description, ASSEMBLED from Chinese parts NOT American made]. Sorry, I will take my stone which I have had for years and can slip in my pocket. Much cheaper, portable, and will definitely outlast this thing you are pushing.
Good for you. I love the irony in your response GERMAN steel and then proceed to tell me I am pushing something non American. You are too apparently, wow.
We get it - this is not for you. Keep enjoying your whetstone where you have to presoak multiple stones as well as even buy a truing stone and make sure those stones are level. Meanwhile someone with this machine can pull it out and sharpen a knife in a few minutes and be done while you are playing with your stones. Btw, your comment helps the channel so I'm sure he appreciates your support.
Hi, Andrew! Someone just made the chef part of your life MUCH easier! Thanks to whoever gifted this sharpener to Andrew! Happy butchering!
Very thankful for this awesome sharpener.
I have the first generation sharpener and it works great. Just be careful on the kitchen knives as it removes a lot of steel and could change the profile, don't ask me how I know. I love using the coarse belt on my machetes, hatchets and axe. All I do is remove the angle guide attachment and free hand the grinding on the axe or hatchets and it does a phenomenal job.
always hated sharpening my knives.. after watching this video last week I bought one... it showed up today and this makes it so easy to sharpen
I absolutely this device! Makes me excited to sharpen knives for the first time ever!
I have the smaller wS Mk.2 and the Ken Onion. Love em!
They work great
A buddy of mine has one of those at work, and he’ll bring it in occasionally and sharpen everybody’s pocket knives. I had a buck knife that I had carried for years that was dull and bent up. He was able to take it and turn it into a very sharp knife. Those sharpeners are very good at making, a dull knife extremely sharp. I’m sure you’ll enjoy sharpening your knives with it.
Awesome, happy to hear to that.
Nice sharpener tool Andrew. Happy birthday as well
Thanks 👍
Those work great! The more you use it, the more you'll get a feel, and the quicker it goes. The extra fine belt does stropping but the rod definitely helps straighten out and clean up those fine burs. You'll never go back to another sharpener now!
I think you're right, this is just too easy and gets great results! Good to hear from you, take care.
love my work sharp, i got the grinder attachment for it too does a great job and the belts last longer than i would expect, cheap aftermarket leather belts available for it to use it as a power strop too
Nice, had no idea about the leather for a super fine finish!
@@TheKelleysReviews i don't think there are any for the regular setup but they work great for the grinder attachment
I’ve had one of these on my Amazon wishlist for a while.
I've been wanting one for years, no idea why I didn't buy one. With all the knives me and my wife use it just makes sense.
I have a Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite (the plastic one, not the "Professional") and I love it. Positive: I believe it does an even better job of finishing the edge, it's wicked; negative: it's not appropriate for things like axes and hatchets or other "not an actual knife" implements of destruction.
I agree with you, they make a lot of claims of what it can sharpen. I'm sticking to the knives for it.
I had one of these for years and I love it! The first knife I ever sharpened with it could shave the ink off of a news paper!
Edit: for some reason I have never replicated that but they are all shaving sharp
Edit: mine was the basic model no where near as nice
That's crazy sharp! I love this thing!
That worked REALLY well...there's no worse kitchen tool than a dull knife!
Amen, or more dangerous!
Totally agree!
They work very well. Many clients claimed it was the sharpest their knives have ever been. Like butter threw deer hide.
I think I can agree!
There’s an accessory for this (Work Sharp WSSAKO81112 Blade Grinder Attachment for Ken Onion Edition Knife and Tool Sharpener) you might also like that makes it more of a typical pro knife belt style sharpener.
I've seen that, thanks.
Awesome knife sharpener for sure wow .
I absolutely love it!
Great review, good info!
Thank you for watching
I like how easy it is to change the belts. I thought you would have to unscrew something but nope that is nice.
How much wear on the belts did you notice after that little bit of use
Not sure, seen discoloration, but can't tell any belt wear. Some comments say belts last a long time.
I had one of these and used it for about 7 years. Last year the drive gear broke and now it sits in the box. Not sure how to fix it, maybe a plastic mold or repair kit? When it was running it was my first "go-to" sharpener in my sharpening kit. Now I am back to the old method.
I'd be curious if you can get parts as well.
I'm going to spring for that bad boy at some point.
I should have a long time ago, I've got so many dull knives.
In for results
Anything to sharpen serrated knives?
This one does as well, I meant to mention that. You sharpen the smooth single side only for serrated knives.
@@TheKelleysReviews I’ll have to check it out I have a Dexter- Dextreme fillet knife that the back side of the edge is serrated. On grouper and large snappers I utilize the whole fish, we make smoked fish dip from the collars and heads , the serrated portion makes removing those easier.
Reach out to wicked edge and have them send you their sharpener to review.
I've heard of it
Kind of aggressive, might accelerate knife wear significantly.... :-) (long term) Probably best as a "get a dull knife sharp" not a "keep a knife sharp" machine.
Not necessarily, the fine and extra fine belts are super smooth. Just found they make leather belts too, talk about a razor sharp finish...
Ok. Ill go buy one now. Lol. 🤘
If you do let me know if you like it.
@@TheKelleysReviews absolutely!
i will say nothing worse then a dull knife! i might have to invest into one here in the near future!
That's the most dangerous knife too!
@@TheKelleysReviews that is not a lie!
You're a gadget nerd, huge thanks to the person who sent it to you. Myself, I'm gonna stick to my granny's bottom of a ceramic mug method, lol
LOL that's old school as we call it! This thing works and makes sharpening a bunch of knives fun.
First?
Got it!
A German steel flat stone works better. No huge machine to mess with and no huge bill to buy more Chinese junk. [ Yes, read the item description, ASSEMBLED from Chinese parts NOT American made]. Sorry, I will take my stone which I have had for years and can slip in my pocket. Much cheaper, portable, and will definitely outlast this thing you are pushing.
Good for you. I love the irony in your response GERMAN steel and then proceed to tell me I am pushing something non American. You are too apparently, wow.
We get it - this is not for you. Keep enjoying your whetstone where you have to presoak multiple stones as well as even buy a truing stone and make sure those stones are level. Meanwhile someone with this machine can pull it out and sharpen a knife in a few minutes and be done while you are playing with your stones. Btw, your comment helps the channel so I'm sure he appreciates your support.