How a PRO uses the WorkSharp Ken Onion Elite MK2 [Dexter Ewing]

Today we get to learn some things from a professional knife sharpener! (Dexter Ewing) Dexter runs Winston-Salem knife sharpening!
Thanks to my brother ‪@ET_EDC‬ for filming!
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[@BlueCollarUSA]

I watched all sorts of videos from the manufacturer and other pros and they seem kind of complicated. I got my new machine today and just followed the simple steps in this video and all the knives I did came out perfect. Super simple and fast thank you.

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@BlueCollarUSA Thank you for commenting! That’s awesome to hear!

[@albertjonas5675]

Informative and on point. Thanks!

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@albertjonas5675 Thank you!

[@ShawnCantwellKnives]

I used to get so many people hating on my worksharp. Eventually I used to make compilation videos of me using it set to classical music just to make them mad. I loved those days. I still got mine. Used it not too long ago.

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@ShawnCantwellKnives that’s pretty funny!

[@spydercomonkey]

Fantastic video / interview. Subscribed

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@spydercomonkey Thanks!

[@ET_EDC]

Dexter is an awesome guy that is a super great sharpener!

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

👊🏼

[@LiquidRetro]

Why are you not fixing the heal on some of those blades? Seems like several have a recurve that shouldn't. Nice guide and interview on the machine.

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@LiquidRetro I’m not sure why Dexter didn’t address the issue. Most likely due to time and cost I would imagine. Thank you

[@anthonyyacobozzi5405]

Will the MK2 sharpen the M-9 Military Bayonet... thanks for the video

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

Yes absolutely! This sharpener is very versatile! Chef knives, pocket knives, bayonets, axes, mower blades, she’ll do it all

[@kaitlyntysinger6498]

Awesome video!!!!

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

Thanks!!

[@jeffcaptain6738]

So what grit of belts were you using, only two? Are you sharpening all the knives at the same generic angle or are you matching the already existing angle of the knifes given to you?

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

I will try and direct Dexter to the comments here to answer your questions!

[@dexewing1]

I mainly use the P120 and X65. I like my edges to have a bit of bite to them, with the more coarse finish and having the tiny "teeth" to them. I found that leaving a bit more coarse edge allows the steel to hold it's edge longer than finer belts. May not look as good as polished edges but it's all about function and not appearance. As far as angles, kitchen knives are done at 20 degrees convex. Pocketknives, tactical folders, fixed blades and such are done at 22 convex. My personal tactical folders and fixed blades I take them to 20 convex. More bite and that convex cross section still supplies strength with the slightly thinner edge. That's the beauty of the Ken Onion Elite Mk2 system is you have endless possibilities to tailor your knife or knives to specific uses or personal preferences.

[@markdamron3161]

What is a P120 belt and who makes it?

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@markdamron3161 The P120 is the extra coarse belt made by Worksharp

[@hzhz3469]

👍👍

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@hzhz3469 Back at ya 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Fotojensen]

The belts are just to expensive :( I got one and i like it,

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

My favorite worksharp sharpener is the PRO PA. No belts, just diamond plates. I prefer the precision.

[@northrocks]

What if i dont want a convex?

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@northrocks I would recommend getting the Pro Precision Adjust by Worksharp!

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@northrocks I would recommend getting the Pro Precision Adjust by Worksharp!

[@rfphill]

He doesn't use the guide, huh?

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

His eyeballs are his guide haha

[@phdyoutubedegree1939]

get the special attachment and be a pro using a workshop mk2. Its like $60. May even do a better job than this pro.

[@TysingerKnifeandTool]

@@phdyoutubedegree1939 Dexter has all the attachments. This is just what he uses and the way he prefers to run the unit. That’s not to say there might be a more efficient way for someone else’s style out there. Use what works best for you.