M.Power Triple Diamond Sharpening Station Review

[@biancaw.5987]

Marc, that was a really helpful review. As a woman, I've never been all that excited by diamonds. But I can see how this particular set of diamonds could really put a polish to my shop. So in this case I could say that diamonds are a girl's best friend. And, sure, I will also say that diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@woodwhisperer]

Hey Bianca, you're the WINNER! I think I have your email through the Guild so I'll shoot you an email.

[@biancaw.5987]

@@woodwhisperer Thank you so much!!! I'm doing a major happy dance right now! (I'm going to tell my friends that some guy I met on the internet just gave me a set of really fancy diamonds. That will be a hoot!)

[@slopes83]

@@biancaw.5987 Congrats!

[@biancaw.5987]

@@slopes83 Thank you!!!

[@linachouinard9055]

I am just starting out...like really starting out and had no idea that i should sharpen a chisel i just bought before using it... really just starting out. thanks for all your hard work putting together these videos...love them. Diamonds are a boy's best friend

[@danielvozenilek1250]

I am newer to woodworking and have been looking into a sharpening system as my wife bought me a set of chisels last year. I saw this system but wasn't sure if it would be worth the cost. Thanks for the review, it was very helpful! Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@aggie93atm1]

That setup looks like a nice, easy way to sharpen your tools. Thanks for not letting any conflicts of interest muddy your objective review. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@MikeDePriest2112]

Thanks for the review. I saw this same system in a video by Stumpy Nubs recently and almost pulled the trigger then. As a relatively new woodworker I am just beginning to appreciate the need for sharpening. As far as the form factor goes I can appreciate how it interferes with your normal process, but rectangular or square-shaped the plates won't lose their shape, diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@ncchuckles1]

I had looked at that system recently as I am just starting into the woodworking hobby. Diamonds Are A Boy’s Best Friend

[@dpetrie]

Greeat thorough review and I applaud you for not taking the sponsorship to have an unbiased review. Diamonds are a boy's best friend when it comes to sharpening tools

[@yeamans20]

Loving the unsponsored/honest review approach. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@jonathanmelancon3021]

We recently got a job to cut quadcopter parts out of carbon fiber panels (on a cnc). We were unfamiliar with the material so we used common carbide endmills which usually last for days. We could maybe cut 10 inches before the endmill got dull and broke. We then switched to diamond coated endmills. Even though they were 10 times more expensive than our regular endmills, we were able to run them hours at a time. In this case, diamonds are a boys best friend. We also make furniture, so this sharpening set up would definitely come handy. Awesome video as always. I drink out of a woodwhisperer's mug everyday and your book hybrid woodworking had me build my first oriental inspired ash bed years ago.

[@RealLouisV]

You’re absolutely right, there are so many sharpening methods out there, it makes it hard to know what works. Thanks for the review! Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@m2772]

I first learned about you through William Ng when I took his class in 2013. He told me about a kid in his class that started a KZbin channel on wood working. So of course I looked you as soon as I got home and have been subscribed ever since. Funny thing is he pulled me aside and whispered in my ear that Diamonds are boys best friend….

[@mr.sanborn2018]

I appreciate the review. Having been a woodworker and shop teacher for some time, its hard to imagine someone "in" the trade making a switch to this sharpening system. Of all the things in my shop that are taking up too much room or I don't have a great spot for... sharpening tools are not at the top of the list. That being said, I could definitely see this being a good entry piece for someone just getting into woodworking. As well, I do see this as a nice solution for my classroom. Never having to tell students to grab this grit or that grit sounds awesome, or having to explain which order to work in. So for that reason, diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@JasonLetanosky]

Thanks for having some humor and honesty in your reviews - it's much appreciated! Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@sdixon53]

Diamonds are a man's best friend. Great video Marc. I'm a firefighter in Louisiana and it's important that our knives stay super sharp so I was glad to learn about proper ways to use a sharpening stone. I may give diamond stones a try.

[@davidyoung353]

I SO appreciate the unbiased reviews!! That makes it much more trustworthy. Diamonds are a boys best friend.

[@rontirona7921]

as an old carpenter and a new woodworker this system would be quite handy to have on hand. Diamonds ARE a boy's best friend!!!

[@auggieworks7957]

Always nice to see an unbiased ad for a useful product. diamonds are a boys best friend

[@clfields0524]

My biggest struggle in the shop is sharpening. Please and thank you. Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@cdstover2000]

Marc, I am new to woodworking and I have to say I thoroughly enjoy the content you provide to the community. While my wife’s opinion may differ, I have to say you have a point when you say that diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@TernaryHound]

Glad you mentioned the difficulties around having three stones in a row. When sharpening scrapers, large knives, scissors etc. it can be a pain to avoid touching the surrounding stones with the non-blade-parts of oddly shaped tools. Thanks for the review!

[@paulszarowiczjr8634]

Marc, as always, thank you for the honest review. One thing woodworkers can agree on. One thing woodworkers can not agree on is diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@DanTheOldMan]

I really appreciate your approach to disclosing any relationship you might have/had with the manufacturer. I trust you as a reviewer anyway, but it’s a really nice touch on top of another solid review.

[@TheMitchellBurns]

just starting to get into the fine hand tools and enjoy learning the different sharpening systems. Diamonds are a boy's best friend

[@tracdfar]

Diamonds are a boy's best friend. Especially since I recently bought a new set of chisels and discovered I don't have the stones to prep them. So, I've been debating what system to get and this one has been on the list. Thanks for the review!

[@johnharris6979]

Thank you for the review. I saw this product a few days ago and wondered how good it really is. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@hockeyer]

I’ve been searching for a new sharpening methodology, and I always thought that they would be cost prohibitive, but at the end of the day diamonds are a boys best friend!!!

[@robobosho]

I’m finishing building my shop and could definitely use a sharpening system! Diamonds are a boy’s best friend

[@samiches2008]

Great review! I appreciate honest reviews instead of commercials. Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@sethhernly6598]

Thanks! I know you said it wasn’t a sharpening tutorial but it took my sharpening skills from nothing to something. Always great content. Diamond are a boys best fiend

[@JeffYantha]

Thanks for the unbiased review! I really need to take my sharpening skills to the next level, and I've been told that diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@taylor-1147]

I went to pick one up until I saw the price difference. It went from $199 to $249. I love all your videos. Your the reason I started my woodworking journey almost 8 yrs ago! Thank you for all the awesome content! Diamonds are a boy’s best friend

[@ABNestor]

I've been eyeing this sharpening system for a while. Currently I use a mix of a two-sided diamond stone (300 & 1000 grit) with lapping film on glass plates (600 & 1200 grit) along with a single leather strop with compound. I love the idea that this is all in a single(ish) unit which will make it much easier to pull out and use regularly - so my chisels will probably be sharpened more often (or in other words - before they are completely dull!). I also prefer diamond stones because they stay flat, unlike stones, and they don't tear, unlike sandpaper/lapping film. So all-in-all, I would definitely say that diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@jeremetockey13]

Diamonds are a woodworkers best friend. I’ve always enjoyed watching your shows! You’ve inspired me to create some really great things for family and friends.

[@tuesboomer1623]

Got the email from the M Power folks about this system. Glad to see the review. By the look of those plates, diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@byronkoop2195]

Thanks for the informative review Marc. I dabble in Woodworking and I’ve been looking for a sharpening system. M power is one of the ones I’ve considered. I appreciate your revealing the challenge presented by the middle stone; I wouldn’t have thought of that issue. Thanks again. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@kimlongfield8122]

I appreciate your reviews. You do a great job pointing out the good and not so good aspects of the item. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@TaylerMade]

as a retired furniture maker who started with oil stones, its all we had back then, i now use diamond plates and love them. hated the mucking round with oil and water stones. i use water and a little dish liquid on them in a spray bottle, and finish on a strop. whole process free handing takes under a minute per chisel. i always rinse off the diamond stones and dry to keep optimal.

[@craighamann2045]

Hi from your future Missouri neighbor. Looks like an interesting system. Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@martine.wilson9331]

i’m still using my Tormek Sharpening System, this was great to see. thank you diamonds are a boys best friend,

[@TheWeekendWoodshop]

I have a set of three chisels that I acquired second hand recently and they are in need of an entire redress. Your video is timely because I am in the market for a good sharpening solution for my shop. Having never owned chisels before now I never thought I needed a set of stones. And since Diamonds are a boy's best friend this system would be a great addition to my shop. Thanks for a great review Mark!

[@jaylathrop5986]

This is a neat idea. Especially for someone that has space issues (or lack there of) and to be honest after purchasing the engagement ring for my wife I had never thought that Diamonds were a boys best friend until I was introduced to diamond stone sharpening. ;)

[@wardwilson3216]

I am fairly new to woodworking. I have some sharpening stones from HD, but I have heard the diamonds are a boy's best friend, so I am looking to upgrade. Thanks for all you do.

[@Dubious_Rascal]

This was a great demonstration on how to sharpen a chisel in general, not just with this product. Appreciate the candor and honest review. And I will always remember that diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@johngeorge3865]

I love your reviews. You don't let sponsorship stand in the way of the outcome of your review. You always present the facts in the fairest test possible. And you always end the review leaving it to the viewers own interpretation. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend!

[@zbot2010]

I've been watching this channel for the better part of 8years now and I just have to say, your unbiased reviews are a great testament of the kind of person you are. Started as just a framer/ labourer and moved my way up into my position now as a finish carpenter. I've been using some wet stones but don't like how fast I can go through them and have to constantly flatten the stones and that uses them up, I switched to a dmt fine stone and love the ease of use on them so I can say with confidence, Diamonds are a boy's best friend. All the way from Edmonton Alberta Good luck with the move and take care

[@417goose]

Diamonds are a boy's best friend - thanks for making me say that. I need to up my sharping equipment as I just use wet stones now and they do the job but diamonds stones are the desire. Maybe because I am not experienced in sharpening I get confused on what a good base system is, what grits, diamond stones, wet stones, sand paper/glass. Like so many things I will figure it out in time. Enjoyed your video like I have for years.

[@bswinter2]

Your reviews are always a trusted source of info for me! Thank you for doing what you do! Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@woodwhisperer]

I really appreciate that!

[@michaelgreen429]

I like how everything is all contained in one package. Good for travelling, and afterall, Diamonds are a Boy's Best Friend

[@johndolleslager1270]

I have TRIED to sharpen using water stones and have had very little luck. I was looking into the sharpening system Work Sharp WS3000 but am afraid of wasting money. This is about the same price, so am still perplexed. This was a very informative video and we all know that Diamonds are a boy's best friend. Ahh diamond, the most beautiful allotrope of carbon. Thank you for this video.

[@ajourneysustainable913]

Thanks for sharing. Anything that makes sharpening easier is a huge bonus. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@MWE-693]

Like the sparkle is Marc's eyes, Diamonds are a boy’s best friend. Solid review!

[@danalaniz7314]

First off, thanks for not trying to make money off of this review. I've been doing very amateur DIY woodworking for about 14 months now (yeah! leave it to me to start when wood prices were through the roof). Anyway, I have learned a lot from you and really enjoy your videos. I think I'm at least a year from being willing to make the kind of investment required but all the knowledge you share is very helpful. Ha, Ha - Diamonds are a boy's best friend!?!

[@robertm348]

I have seen the MPower system reviewed on another channel, (which obviously had accepted the advertising offer.) They mentioned nothing of the problem with the center stone, so thank you for pointing out this design flaw. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@reveal001]

That does appear to be a great addition to the shop. Thanks for not quitting. Diamonds are a boys best friend. Cheers.

[@daseidl1]

An all in one place system seems handy - I keep ending up with bits and pieces to keep track of. Thanks for this and....diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@craigplainfield6662]

I have been researching sharpening systems and there are a lot of choices. Thanks for the video. I have used diamond stones for decades and like them. After all "diamonds are a boys best friend".

[@Jdarryl13]

Great little review. I liked seeing how the full system works together. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@jimw544]

Another great video! I love the idea of less water and not soaking stones. in 2022 - Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@billpier1747]

Marc, As always your presentation was ‘spot on’. I’ve been a fan of yours since you were on a TV app before KZbin. I don’t remember what it was called. Thx for your great work. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@dualcubes21]

Diamonds are a boy’s best friend. Thanks for the demo. I’ve always been concerned about how many and high of grits you need to produce good results. This video gave some insight in that regard.

[@ryangranado]

My stones fell off my bench. So this set up looks like it would serve a good purpose by keeping it all stable. Diamonds are a guys best friend. Cheers!

[@timt9240]

Great review as always. It is refreshing to see an unbiased tool review. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@jameskeaveny8377]

Great job! When my mom woke me up on my birthday she would say Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@dnngskn62]

Looks like a nice complete system that really works. Thanks for the unbiased review. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@joeygreear7099]

Needing a good sharpening system and was already looking at diamond stones. Seems like a very reasonable solution. Diamond’s are a boys best friend.

[@raywilloughby5282]

An excellent and honest review. Like you, not being able to use the full length of the center diamond stone for flattening the back of chisels is a concern. However, having all the stones and strops together is a plus. I'm looking forward to your move and how the new shop will be organized. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@shawnkendrot4488]

Thanks for giving us an honest review of the system! Hope your move goes well and love that they're made of diamond stone. After all, diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@rhuynh]

I really do appreciate these new fully unbiased review segments. Can't wait to see what's next, esp something I have yet to buy. But that being said, can't believe you are making me say, "Diamonds are a boy's best friend!"

[@dconter]

I learned about sharpening chisels about a year ago, I was amazed how sharp they can get. I almost got obsessed with sharpening. Diamonds are a Boys Best Friend

[@fegre100]

I've been looking at sharpening solutions for a while but haven't invested in it yet. This system seems like a perfect fit for my use. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@909_WoodWorks]

I like the simplicity of having everything you need in one somewhat compact location vice having a bunch of different items taking up space,thanks for the review! Diamonds are a boys best friend!

[@bmartinson]

I like the aspect of an all inclusive system. After all, diamonds are a boy's best friend. Thanks for the great review.

[@nicholasvanaria8043]

It looks super convenient for a small shop setup. Also good for teaching my kids without breaking out all of the water stones and getting messy with the water, cleanup, etc.... Diamonds Are A Boy's Best Friend

[@steveslenderman8953]

Looks like a good addition, it’s one of those price point border line items. But thank you for taking the time to review it and for the Katz moses shout out. Resources has it when working with chisels and talking dovetails, no matter where he is in the universe he can hear it. Thank you for showing us Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@toddwillcut]

Love the idea of the all in one station! As they say “Diamonds are a boys best friend!”

[@markswoodwerks]

I have been using high grit sandpaper on plate glass but since Diamonds are a boy's best friend, this system should work even better. Thanks for the review!

[@divergentwoodcraft]

Diamonds are a boy's best friend. I'm just starting my sharpening journey so it would be nice to stay with a nearly complete system. Good luck on the move.

[@Tadzmobetta]

I love your youth references plus all your movie references! They continue make the video more genuine, and “Diamonds are a boy’s best friend!”

[@CLoveIN123]

Love the fair and unbiased review. Diamonds Are A Boy’s Best Friend.

[@SEJones720]

I especially liked the self-mounting strop stations. Diamonds are a boy's best friend. Thanks, Mark, for your always-informative videos!

[@gregdaugherty6705]

Thanks for this video. I'm just starting out in wood working and caught this on your channel. I have watched your epsodes from the begining. Your channel helps me with ideas for me small workshop (1 car garage). Got a kick watching you and family through the years (love the humor). What I would like to learn next is carving (working on wood turning right now). I have been thinking along the lines of making wooden carousels. Hope to learn some carving for the horses. So... Diamonds are a boy's best friend. Whish you well on your move.

[@jayschwartz7257]

Marc, I enjoyed this video. As I always say "putting the time in to the diamond makes diamonds are a boy's best friend".

[@timt4366]

A system like this might actually get me to sharpen more often. Thanks for the review. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend!

[@fozz7480]

Interesting concept and organized well with the carrying bag. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@Mike-pr8hx]

I could see this sharpening system being great for a finish carpenter working out of a truck or van. A quick touchup during the day and everything needed is in one place. It's nice you include bloopers and other stuff at the end of the videos. Best wishes with the move and your future in Missouri. Diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@charliemoore2749]

i'm retired and sure could use a new sharpening system. good job as always. diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@AlexLeff]

I mounted my diamond stones in a similar fashion on some plywood, but those leather strop covers are a great idea. Diamonds are a boy's best friend!

[@RGST57]

I am from the Netherlands! And I realy want this sharpening set! Because I am 67 years young and I am a beginner in woodworking! Diamonds are a boys best friend

[@JeremyMcMahan]

I saw Stumpy Nubs review this same system and checked out their website afterwards. I almost pulled the trigger and ordered one since my homemade sand-paper system is getting tedious and my strop is gouged quite a bit from accidental reverse strokes, since diamonds are a boy's best friend, I would love to acquire one of these M.Power systems without having to justify the expense to the Mrs. :-) Thanks for the well-produced content, Marc!

[@paulbenedetti8209]

I have yet to make an investment into sharpening but know the time is coming as I am starting to dislike buying new cheap chisels as my skill improves and begin using chisels more often. I have never believed diamonds are a boy's best friend but I guess when it comes to sharpening they really are. Thank you for all your video's they really are very helpful.

[@gfancett]

Diamonds are a boy’s best friend. Mark you are such a great teacher; always love your videos.

[@jacklawson3769]

I'm really appreciating these in-depths reviews. Thanks for keeping it fresh for so long. You know what they say: diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@bloodwulf77]

I'm just getting into using hand tools and don't have a good sharpening system yet. I like the compact nature of the system, an all-in-one system. And of course, diamonds are a boy's best friend.

[@jtome12]

I purchased this just a few weeks ago and share your remarks overall. Very happy with the purchase so far. Stumpy Nubs had a discount code for these a bit ago but it may have expired. Good luck to those vying for the giveaway.

[@theofarmmanager267]

I’ve been woodworking for more than 45 years and, in that time, you won’t be surprised to learn that just about everything has changed. One principle has not changed however and that is that there are many ways to achieve a good result and a few ways guaranteed to achieve a bad result. I have oil stones, I have water stones, I have diamond stones. I have a Tormek T8 and those abrasive films. What I have learned is that, to make a habit, the process has to be easy; by which I mean, if the process is difficult then you won’t do it as often. I can’t think I’m going to buy any more chisels or plane blades but the process I have “developed” is - new blades are measured to see if they have a flat back. Generally, cheap blades or secondhand blades are less likely to whilst new expensive blades should have. If they don’t have a flat back, then grind them and polish them until they are flat but you only need worry about the final 20mm of the blade; if you have Japanese chisels then you will see that only that final bit could be flat. I use the side of the Tormek wheel (220 grit?) to do the hard work and then diamond stones to get me past 1000 grit. Then film to get me up to 4000 grit? When the back is flattened, you need never do that again unless you seriously damage it - I then use diamond stones or film to get my primary bevel (25 degrees for a chisel and 30 degrees for most plane blades but i don’t get hung up on this. Consistency is better than accuracy - if all your primary bevels are 23 degrees or 27 degrees, it matters not). I take the primary bevel (the large shiny portion of the front) to about 1000 grit - I don’t see the need for anymore - I then make my secondary bevel that only goes up 1 or 2mm up the newly shiny primary bevel. That secondary bevel is usually around 2 degrees more than the primary; so, 27 on a chisel and 32 on a plane but consistency rather than a fixed number). This secondary bevel is the only bevel that you actually cut with - so I take mine upto 6000, maybe 10000 grit. - to achieve these angles on the blades, I use either a Veritas honing guide (but there are many guides out there) or I have several jigs made of ply and each cut to the right angle. - finally, I strip by using a piece of leather with compound or the leather wheel on the Tormek. That’s it to get to the right sharpness for me. Now keeping it there. I have a piece of 3 or 4mm leather about 300 x 200 (just what I had). Whenever I get my chisel trays out, I also put next to it the leather together with a burnishing compound. There are expensive branded compounds or you can use Peek metal polishing paste or even T cut. The main thing is that, every time I take a chisel out of its tray, I strop it on to the leather; perhaps 10 times. When I’ve finished using that particular chisel, I strop it again and put it back. I don’t know exactly how much work you can do with that chisel before you need to get a new secondary bevel but it’s a lot; just keep an eye on that bevel and when you think it needs doing, go back and make a new secondary bevel. There is a knack to sharpening but don’t worry, practice will make you perfect. The most important thing for me is to have those strops to hand; it becomes a habit to strop before and after each task. Get that habit, and you have it worked out. Work out your own preferred method. Watch how others do it and take what you will from that. Diamond stones are not that expensive; films are cheaper and perhaps a good way to start but you have to keep on buying replacement films as they gradually lose their effectiveness.

[@mburke1211]

I’ve had my eye on a Shapton setup for a while now. My OCD tendencies love all in one systems like this. And, diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@patrickevans7804]

I appreciate your non-biased review approach. Great detail and informative. Diamonds Are A Boy’s Best Friend.

[@197mspence]

Great non-biased review! Very helpful for someone who has chisels but never really thought much about the need to keep them sharp. Keep up the great work! I've always told my wife...Diamonds are a boy's best friend! :-)

[@jcstevens1781]

Thanks for the review! It seems very handy the way it is set up. Diamonds are a boy’s best friend.

[@yvesnadeau3965]

As you always do: very educative and useful video. Love to watch you teaching us. Even though my native language is french, the speed of your voice is really easy to follow. Diamonds are a boy's best friend