$200 Knife Sharpener - Is It Any Good?

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[@Joshua.atkins]

I don't think anyone would be against an axe sharpening video

[@joshsmith9765]

I would love to see him use this to sharpen an axe and even a mower blade. Mainly because I feel he gives unbiased reviews on these sort of products. When he likes or dislikes something he is genuine.

[@Machria23]

YES PLEASE!!! Let’s see how well it works on a dinged up full size axe!!

[@mrsandless13625]

Maybe they have an axe to grind. 😬

[@wswerv1]

How about a plane blade, or chisels.

[@RichardCroft]

You can sharpen axes with the basic machine as well. Remove the guide and that whole unit swivels to multiple positions for sharpeneing all tools

[@1978garfield]

If I don't win the Ken Onion one I am really tempted buy the basic one. 70 bucks and it does most of what I need.

[@RichardCroft]

1978garfield they are great little machines . The head on them swivels to different positions and will sharpen everything . The Ken Onion edition , is just a lot better built

[@RichardCroft]

I had one , but went through some tough times and had to sell it , along with most of my knife collection. Would love to have it back for sure👍👍

[@JohnB-dr8sk]

WranglerStar is a bit of a dope sometimes. You would figure he would have done even the most basic research before making a video like this saying that the sharpener can only be used with the guides.

[@peterandersson1964]

Can the guide be removed from the Ken Onion edition, in order to sharpen axes and bigger stuff?

[@nathanvess4035]

I've got the standard Worksharp and I must say....I love it. Like you said....it's so easy to use. I has an option to rotate the entire belt head so that you can sharpen lawn mower blades or axes without the hassle of ordering anything extra.

[@DougKremer]

I've had the work sharp blade grinder attachment for four years now. LOVE IT. Sharpening with it is very natural for me.

[@xqiuvmah]

With the convex edge profile, anytime you first sharpen a knife with it, it's best to use coarser belts because you have to re-establish a edge that is different from the factory edge. I use the coarsest belt and only need 2-4 passes, depending on the hardness of the metal, to create the new edge, then I work up through the belts until it is as sharp as I want.

[@Jd-ql3nh]

Depending on the steel, i can usually use the strop belt and clean it up to be sharp again just press into the belt harder than normal to cover all of the convex

[@xqiuvmah]

@@Jd-ql3nh that wears the belts out faster. I do sidework as a professional knife sharpener for restaurants. I use my worksharp kit and charge $20-40 a knife, depending on amount of damage and the location of the restaurant (I move between the city and the countryside, and I charge more in the city usually because they have more customers and can afford it)

[@jimmyford4509]

Happy to see your review on the blade grinding attachment for the Work Sharp Ken Onion Edition. I've been very happy with mine. My wife jokingly tells her friends about my sharpening OCD by telling them that "Even our butter knives are sharp". True fact.

[@whitneywilson2087]

I bought this sharpener for my husband 2 years ago and I would say this was one of the best tool purchases I was able to surprise him with before he bought it himself! Have not had to buy replacement belts yet even with regular use. He sharpens all of my kitchen knives and our daily use pocket knives at least every other month.

[@TheKallipugos]

What a loyal base you have. Re-uploading a video and we still watch it again. 👍👍

[@Drippinonthedroop]

Ive sharpened my axe without the blade grinding attachment. The belt and angle guides portion rotates forward and you can lay the axe down and grind using the "slack" part of the belt just below the guides. Less than ideal but it works very nicely and saved me alot of time from using my cheap puck stone because i often strike alot of rocks when splitting wood while out camping

[@tindjin07]

I've had this for a while and also love using it. You can actually sharpen axes and scissors with the main unit. On the side near the handle there is a rest you can use for thicker blades. The "bench" attachment is extremely useful though and is great for reconditioning all types of cutting equipment.

[@greyfox4230]

I use this model to sharpen all my knives and cleavers as well as axes, lawnmower blades, cold chisels, etc. I actually get more out of it by using it to shape and polish firearm parts. The range of grits available for it is amazing! It can shape edges convex , concave or flat. The convex edge on a knife blade remains sharp much longer than any flat edge I ever put on a knife, much better than hollow ground!

[@djecpamba]

I’ve had the Ken Onion Sharpener since it first came out and dumped my Chefs Choice electric immediately afterward. The KO is much more efficient and flexible than the CC model. I coat worn out belts with finer grits of diamond paste or emulsion to get an even better polish on a blade. I use the Grinder attachment in lieu of a more expensive belt grinder to make knives from kits. I’m essentially grinding down handle scale and pins. Very versatile combo.... Donald

[@williamblankenship2674]

I use that hand held one you used and I love it. Puts a good enough edge on all my knives.

[@mw-dc1by]

I bought one on Amazon. They now sell it at Bi Mart locally. I'm happy I can get new belts at the store. I love mine.

[@beerscout9408]

You should have used another one of Mrs. W's butter knives and seen if it would have put a nice edge on it.

[@skunkworx7324]

Cody, you don’t need the belt grinder attachment to sharpen the axes. You can remove the angle guide. Then you can pivot the grinder and rotate.

[@d.j.9961]

Ya, I need the work sharp & the attachment! Thank you for sharing it, I have been looking for just such a sharpener & your video really was the right place, at the right time

[@jerome4995]

Hey Cody, for the base sharpener you can purchase leather strop belts that work great(not from Work). Also these put a convex edge on the blade. Practice definitely is needed when you first get one of these. Cheers

[@topper9908]

I have always been told when change sides of the knife with every stroke, once an edge has been established. I have also found that a strop will straight that burr, like nothing else, Even an old leather belt can be used as a strop. After all Barber use leather strops to keep an edge when they shave your face. Great video.

[@madgurkha3687]

The grinding attachment is amazing I used the regular ken onion for years and I never thought I'd switch but this past Christmas I got the grinding attachment and it is awsome

[@D_J_G88]

Axe and standard lawn mower blade and I'll be sold. Looks so promising 👍🏻 great vid Cody.

[@moose2934]

I first learned about these back when their yellow travel stone/ceramic/stop was the fizz. I then purchased the $60 grinder and used it for YEARS until I dropped it 9 feet onto a steel deck and mangled it pretty good. Was bummed that I couldn't swiftly sharpen any of my work tools while on seasonal trips (remote fishing lodge employee). I was gifted this Ken Onion edition a few years back and WOW! It is simply put - AMAZING at what it does! I have sharpened my axes, machetes, my ex's fingernails and shitty attitude, the shovel, and restored a rusty pick axe! Great tool and easy to run a small business with.

[@buildingourhomestead0]

Thank you for showing the attachment as well, I too was curious :)

[@Duckhunterbow]

I have the original green version of this sharpener. The guide and belts aren't quite as nice, but usually I just take the guide off and freehand everything. I've used it for all kinds of knives, hatchets, axes, and on lawnmower blades. Its nice that it can do everything and even get a hatchet shaving sharp.

[@amricke]

Cool review. Perhaps someday I’ll be able to pick up that attachment. My wife got me that portable multi-function sharpener you used there at the end. I need to honor her and find more times and ways to use it. Thanks for the demo.

[@Rescue913]

@ Wranglerstar The rear guide on the tool comes off so you can use it on axes mower blades and other grinding options. It will also do gut hooks and scissors. It also has several positions the belt can be used in.

[@TheShaynef64]

Thank you for the great info! I have add this for about a year and after your review it has improved my sharping!

[@whiteeaglestudios]

You sure do a nice job of discussing and describing things. Kudos!

[@greggreaves1727]

This thing is really fun to use and fast. Also axes work fine on it. I've done lawnmower blades too with great success

[@AYellowPepper]

Hey Wranglerstar! The blade guide on the small "Casette" as you called it, can be removed and you can turn it 90° to sharpen axes and tools too :D

[@DavidMN-]

The series continues! Whenever I get a new knife sharpener, I find myself looking for anything with a blade to sharpen, haha.

[@harrisonhowell6778]

Everytime I get a new knife or axe, really anything with a blade I find myself so excited to get home and grab my sharpening kit and get to work.

[@IntergalacticChurro]

Used to work for a machine shop where we would sharpen knives for people. We used a belt sander that used those same style belts, but about 3' length. To get the bur off we would use a bench grinder that we put cloth buffing wheel on and would coat it with honing compound (make sure the wheel is spinning from the back of the knife, spinning towards the edge). If you have a bench grinder it would be worthy to spend the few bucks on that stuff, it really makes a difference! If anyone needs reference to the wheel or compound let me know and I will try and find a link to the stuff.

[@Halfstep2024]

I don’t know about everyone else but im so happy to see a commercial motorized knife sharpener that actually works. Huge props to work sharp for setting a standard in the market finally!

[@menohaveaname]

This is great! I'm really happy he answered the thing about the axes. I'm VERY tempted to get the whole setup once I have money! Thanks Wranglerstar!

[@luncholicious]

I've had mine for a while now and I find if you go one for one on each side when you use the fine strop belt you don't get much of a burr when you are done

[@appreciativeobserver4732]

Thank you. Just what I had been seeking. A little bit long but good explanation. Wish I had your workshop. Oh, the things I could do there.

[@chrismcneil2569]

I just bought this setup and look forward to sharpening everything in my household!

[@jamesmackay7284]

Good to see you at the start of your own learning curve. It's where anyone who buys this will start very good tutorial and sharpen an axe.

[@Jack-sl9kv]

I've had a work sharp of my own for months now, it's a quick east way to get a scary sharp blade, easy to learn as well.

[@richardmcginnis5344]

i have a smith's electric with half inch belts it has 20 degree slots and a wider slot for scissors i also have other hings like smith's diamond sharpener and an old soaked oil stone and i learned a few years ago that if you just lay the knife flat on the stone so you can see under the blade then turn it upwards until the edge and the stone meet there is your angle i have made a jig to set the knife in and slide the stone underneath back and forth 3-4 sometimes 5-6 times on each side it comes out shaving sharp. i have used the sharpener because i got it for christmas but it won't ever replace any of the stones or diamond sharpeners

[@TrojanHorse1959]

Great video, and accessory review, thanks! Sure, try it out on an axe, garden hoe, shovels, weed scythe, etc., etc.! I'm not a comment section expert, but I just find what I like to use for sharpening and do it how it suits me.

[@mikepalma8083]

You can sharpen an axe with just the ken onion you have to take the guide off. That's how I sharpen all my axes. Great video the blade grinder attachment is awesome!

[@johnregan3591]

Thank you for another great video but should I buy one or not? Also just seen an advert during this video for work socks that guarantee no holes definitely not made from merino wool! I love merino wool socks!

[@mbenn8168]

I bought one of the small units on the strength of your video. If there is a quicker better way to bring a blade up to 90% perfect needing only a stropping, make sure you show it! Great recommendation, and made in Oregon - loved in the UK

[@FriedPi-mc5yt]

That hand held Worksharp is all I use to sharpen my knives besides a large strop I made. It’s the best compact sharpener I’ve ever owned.

[@jenniferwilliamson1558]

Very thorough review as always Wranglerstar!! You give me inspiration and hope for my homestead channel as well!! 💋💋

[@luke-te3sr]

Just got my work sharp with blade grinding attachment! Thank you Cody for the good review

[@supergimp2000]

Haha. I've been using this for two years and never knew that the tensioner cammed over to lock for switching belts. I don't need three hands anymore!

[@supergimp2000]

Matthew Sirbaugh I like it and use it a lot. I even 3D printed honing guides (25- and 30-degree) for the other side that Cody didn’t use in this case for when I want to regrind my chisels and planes. The only issue I’ve had is that the drive shaft (probably glass fiber reinforced plastic) cracked off of the main unit. I epoxied it back on (using the thumb screw to align and clamp it) and it’s held up for 6 months now. I haven’t heard of anyone else with this issue and I know quite a few who use it so maybe an isolated case?

[@ChuckBradfordPhotography]

Do the instructions mention this?

[@Diabolus1978]

@@ChuckBradfordPhotography Probably....

[@matthewhodge3405]

The blade grinding attachment is totally worth it. I wish I would've bought it way sooner.

[@zeroedinwithzeke4059]

They are my favorites. There are a few where the stand or whatever keeps the knife in place can come off and you can sharpen axes.

[@kertp8482]

Try the Ken Onion Tool Grinding Attachment for sharpening an ax blade. Works like a champ. I use it all the time for ax and hatchet sharpening.

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

The little guide sharpener is awesome to keep in your pack!! it's actually my go to sharpener right now.

[@calebburgett1058]

Dont know of someone has commented about it yet or not, but the flat rest on the back is for sharpening the spine of the knife for bushcraft use. Also, they make a leather strop set for this unit to finish polishing the blade.

[@rustyrnds]

I'm so happy I've found your channel a while back

[@Docloder]

Would like to see an axe sharpening video.

[@natsyrtm4223]

i have sharpened just about everything i own on one of these works pretty great for scissors, edgers, shovels, axes, machetes, big knives small knives... does take a bit of practice... u can use the ultra fine belt and it pretty much is a strop.

[@rogerbivins9144]

I just bought this Ken Onion version of the Worksharp and ordered the blade grinder attachment just to maintain my kitchen knives. When I ordered the blade grinder attachment, I didn't realize there was no guide rest so, edge repeatability is 100% in your ability to present the blade to the belt, handheld every time, over and over, so, the single advantage of the attachment is the slightly wider belt, otherwise, the exact same results can be achieved without buying the blade grinder. It's a great and fast means of easily maintaining long knives / kitchen cutlery, but I wouldn't ever use it on any of my better pocket or folding knives. Those are maintained with a strop and occasionally reground on tempered glass plates. Cheers

[@theoriginaltylerdurden]

That thing looks great. Want to see you do a mower blade. There has to be a way to extend that flat guide up so you don't have to "free hand" it. Sure you could rig something up

[@paulcook5582]

On the last extra fine belt for honing/stropping, try alternating right then left then right then left sides to remove the wire burr.

[@McNamEvan]

If you have a bandsaw already you can buy abrasive belts for it from woodworkers supply or Klingspor. Takes a little practice but you can easily make angle guides and get very good results. Also when I test for sharpness I usually dont shave the whole arm lol hahah.

[@oldmanwinter1405]

Looks like a useful piece of kit. I'll start saving my paper route money to get one!

[@thejerkyshack8040]

Blade HQ did a video of them sharpening everything with a work sharp. I would love to see yours though

[@vansongs]

Nice unit. Think I will get one. I have been using that hand held one for a few years now. So I trust the Work Sharp name.

[@Galt4570]

Work Sharp makes a tool grinder attachment that would be great for axes, mower blades, shovels, etc.

[@rozeay7481]

Something about that sharpening action is so damn satisfying

[@BkyrdRC-Bashers23]

Thanks for the review Cody going to have to get one of these.

[@paulrhodes482]

Amazing I sure need a good knife sharpener our kitchen knives are in horrible condition. Thank you for another amazing video have a blessed day.

[@timothymusson5040]

The website how-to video shows using the base model on an axe. Would love to see a side by side comparing the axe sharpening with the base model vs the attachment!

[@51zebra]

Nice setup, I need to get one. Great video thank you.

[@FliGuyRyan]

*NOTE* I would like to add that you can indeed sharpen lawnmower and ax blades with the Work Sharp Ken Onion edition sharpener from your other video. You press the cassette rocker and rotate the head forward (with the guide removed) and it can create a large, flat belt surface and it's very handy to get into semi-tight places such as underneath a lawn mower. You need to set that point straight and maybe read the manual for that tool (no offense). Your videos are great and I've now subscribed, but I'd hate for people to think that they need to buy this model to sharpen lawnmower blades, axes, and other larger surfaces.

[@AGC828]

These grinders have a guide you can use. Using that "platform" to "set" your angle...I"m not sure is a good thing because as soon as you (any of us) lift the blade onto the belt the angle changes. :) Might as well go with whetstones (even though there's more setup/cleanup).

[@frozennunu8097]

I sharpen my axes on the worksharp without the blade grindder attachment. You can just take the angle holder off from the normal machine and tilt it forward to use it kind of like an angle grinder puts a wicked edge on almost anything.

[@jmsblk12982]

You can sharpen axes with it you just have to take the guides off. I have done just that, but I don't use the smaller belts and since I bought the blade grinding attachment.

[@AlexWhittemore]

Just because I noticed the same thing and found it interesting: It's metal injection molded aluminum. Just about the coolest process in volume manufacture, I think.

[@madgurkha3687]

I noticed that when I changed the pulley distance it made the edge closer to a v edge and because the belt has less flex. I believe that I get more "bitey" edges but it could just be in my head but that's what it feels like

[@finder83]

Would love to see an axe on the grinder attachment. I'm curious if you could use that for a chisel as well? I know they sell a separate system for chisels, but I don't really want to buy two.

[@bartperrier]

In this video you mention, "knocking the wire off". I'm curious why you knock it off and where does the very fine edge comes from. It is my understanding that once you have a good wire (no imperfections in the edge), you then polish the wire to get a sharper-than-razor edge. Great video - I'm about to buy one of these.

[@dash8465]

I have the KO Worksharp + the grinder attachment... I find it *much* more useful as a general shop tool, a great alternative to a bench grinder, high speed sander, etc. It sharpens large tools and blades well, but its a great way to ruin a nice folder, throw grit into the pivot/lock, and totally mess up handle slabs or bolsters. On the small belts II really don't like that it grinds each side in different directions (throw the guide away and use only one part of the belt.) In the end, regardless of blade or steel type, the clamping fixed-angle diamond hone system I've been using for 25 years delivers a perfectly symetrical vastly sharper edge by finishing with the fine hone (clean/fresh hone oil) using single direction light passes towards the spine as if slicing the hone. Zero stropping needed.

[@reevecallen134]

The basic model can sharpen axes and lawnmower blades. Just take the angle guard off and rotate the unit forward. This addon I would think is more to fix the problem with rounding over tips with the original guard

[@kirisilvermane]

reverse your belts for a quick and easy strop. just turn the 6000 grit upside down and use that as a strop. also use something like autoglym on the reverse of belts for a really good stropping compound; essentially doubling up the usage of your belts or meaning you can use older, worn out belt with compounds for greater versatility.

[@williamj3459]

Loving that Rolex even more than the work sharp, Cody!

[@williamchee2935]

Thanks for the demonstration.

[@anthonytaylor8457]

You can sharpen axes without that attachment. The guides come off the sharpener so you can clamp tools in a vice and use the sharpener as a hand held sharpener

[@maehay4065]

Cody, thank you for the demonstration of how to take the knife sharpener apart for more use. I know if I go to the link I can find out how much the sandpaper costs. But I really can’t afford to buy something this expensive. Hopefully after they sell their costs in their initial investment they will lower it more for folks who live on a slim budget like me and many other people on fixed income. Do you know if it will sharpen scissors? Have a great day!

[@derekbuntjer7926]

My understanding is the knife angle guide can be removed and can twist the mechanism 90* and then you can use it to surface grind by clamping your ax in a vise. At least that’s what I have seen in other videos

[@mrchaucer]

Have you released the names of the winners for the sharpeners yet, or did I miss it? Thanks for your hard work on these videos! Love them!

[@patbrown2227]

A strop is the tool to knock of the wire edge. Board with hard leather nailed down on one end and loaded with green rouge. This knocks off the wire edge and polishes the area you have ground with the knife sharpener.

[@rickcimino743]

yes, I would like to see you sharpen an axe and a lawn mower blade. And, I'd like to see you use the other side where you have the flat shelf to hold the knife.

[@kingsqueak2221]

Leather strop with some compound on it will do the final polish for the burr that was snagging the paper.

[@nobodyisprfct]

Did you notice any rounding with the first set up of knife blade sharpening? Before you switched the attachment. I used the regular attachment and because of my lack of knowledge I suppose. My sharpening (same model) without the attachment you you added rounded my blade tip. Did you have same problem?

[@RobWhittlestone]

Axe AND mower blade! I'd be really impressed if you could do a reel mower blade (UK English: cylinder mower blade). Best, Rob

[@jamescarryl9690]

Cody, That to is a cool sharpner system with supporting instructions. I may purchase one for myself. Will this be in your Amazon store?

[@j.p.4541]

Thank you for the review, what angle do you adjust this to for a convex grind?

[@Jib230181]

I have that pocket all in one Work Sharp it’s very handy and I know the leather strop is small & not very wide on it but my it’s one of the best strops I’ve used lol I don’t know why but it seems too make a knife 10X better after sharpening lol.

[@mikepurkey6070]

I have learned a single sided bevel like a mower blade or sashimi knife is a lot harder to do with belts as belts without a backing makes a convex edge instead of a flat edge. Which is great for double bevel knives but not for single bevel

[@zackmtz7966]

Very cool!! An axe sharpening would be cool to see. That's where my sharpening skill is challenged. It takes me a while to get it right. I agree just something that works and is easy to use.

[@jesseserfling6807]

It would be nice if they made a leather belt with the green stuff on it to put that super nice polish on the cutting edge but looks like I have some amazon shopping to do. Thanks for the real reviews.

[@Dropship11]

Stropping with rawhide will take that bur off. But the way I like to do it after getting it off the stone, I run the edge across a course block eraser. It always takes the bur off for me without warping the edge or ruining a mirror finish. I'm not sure where my dad got the idea but he taught me that

[@rushedandlost]

I have a outdoor / camping knife , made from a file. Made by Anza, with a thick spine. Would like to see something like this sharpened.

[@Expendible1971]

I was advised to stand comfortably within easy reach of the grinding surface, hold the blade just firmly at the desired angle while locking my elbows in to my sides, and move the blade across the grinder by gently rotating my hips. It made an incredible difference. One good thing to remember, if you are not careful using the Ken Onion sharpener you will grind a slight recurve in the blade near the hilt. I found out the hard way.

[@connormawe01]

Thanks for the advice. I just got one of these for my birthday and I've been searching though the comments here knowing that this community will not only have people who know what their doing, but have easy to understand and implement advice! Edit: corrected 2nd "advice" from "advise"