My favorite sharpening tools in the field - Which is the best? - The ultimate Diamond Shaprener test

This is the ultimate diamond pocket sharpener comparison between Fällkniven DC3, Worksharp Field Sharpener, Victorinox Diamond Sharpener and the DMT Diafold.
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[@billystink4611]

I agree with the rooster, the Worksharp is my favorite too.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your funny comment!

[@AndyHermilo]

Jaja

[@sp10sn]

He made a good point 😁👍

[@earlelzy7243]

That was a perfect ending.😆

[@andrewplaysoutside]

You're a treasure, Felix! Your rooster needs his own KZbin channel.

[@FelixImmler]

Haaa ha haa, thanks a lot for your funny comment!

[@ejan8088]

Was a bit afraid the rooster might go after Felix! Not sure who would have won, this was a big rooster!

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

I have a a few DMT diamond stones in the bench mount size which are also "holed". I believe the blade filings do get somewhat held in the holes. A full diamond surface will hold more diamonds and can be flushed clean as you sharpen with a flow of water as you work. I believe it is a cost saving method of construction masquerading as an advantage. 👍 😃

[@MasterYoist]

Thanks for another insightful video. Love the rooster.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for watching!

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

I want that rooster .

[@alexriddles492]

The rooster crows. Felix says Ciao, Or was that chow?

[@kidbach]

Dr. SAK with another entertaining and informative tip. Thanks for sharing

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@45auto]

Thanks for the precise description of each sharpening system.👍

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for watching!

[@tikkidaddy]

DMT Makes much better continuous surface plates but work sharp is the best of the bunch.

[@jgbsweeper7325]

Thanks for the honest and useful review. I find that often reviews on other channels are influenced by the manufacturer of the product. I always know that I can trust your opinions. Thanks for another great video !

[@andreasdemetriades9099]

Excellent comparison - really helped me to understand!

[@s10m0t10n]

A good review, Felix. Thanks for taking the time to make and share it.

[@01cthompson]

I like the Work Sharp because you can buy replacement plates. It also has storage space under the plates and wrenches for broad head arrows. And, you can remove the ceramic rod for cleaning by tapping out a drift pin.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for this infos. I didn't know that...

[@woodworkerroyer8497]

I like your video and wanted to subscribe anyway but your rooster made me stop mowing the lawn in the middle and write this comment LOL. His timing is absolutely PERFECT!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

A nice selection of sharpeners. I have an old Ez-Lap round model M diamond sharpener that I have had for over 40 years. That sharpener is an awesome sharpener for out in the field. When skinning and field dressing big game such as moose and caribou, it only takes a few quick strokes on that sharpener followed by a few quick strokes on a honing steel to produce a very sharp knife. I also have the same DMT Diafold sharpener that you have and also like it but prefer the Ez-Lap for in-the-field quick touch-ups.

[@daveouterspace]

Your channel and this one are some of the best on KZbin

[@jasonmartin1668]

I love mine, 35 years and still working perfectly

[@TheWtfnonamez]

Dude, you are a legend.

[@Irenaeus-von-Lyon]

Thank you very much! I watched many Videos of you concerning swiss army knives. I like your channel very much! It helped me overcoming bad mood and depression. Stay sharp!

[@Geebee238]

I'm a chef and I use my Work Sharp in the kitchen and out the in the bush for my axe, parang and bushlore. It's a great piece of kit that has more than paid for it's self. Love your work brother, great as usual 🤙🏽👍🏽

[@davidkurle5418]

I agree with you, I haven't had any clogging issues with diamond sharpeners either. I've got one of those worksharp field sharpeners, I carry it with me to work so I can touch up my knife whenever I need to. It rides along in my hunting pack too. Thanks for the great video, Felix!

[@virginiagonzalez1138]

I use the Worksharp Field Sharpener and I love it. Thanks for a great video.

[@ResidentOfTheAbyss]

Yes! Felix with another video! 👍🏻

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@ResidentOfTheAbyss]

Felix Immler Thank you very much for all you do!

[@danv3938]

Thank you Felix for all your videos. They are superb!!!!

[@southernlandsolo7839]

Excellent video Felix, thanks. I have three DC4 sharpeners in my various kits.

[@bangalorebobbel]

Your rooster is in total sync, Felix, congrats, that's obviously a well trained background singer ;-) I have many diamond sharpeners, from cheapest Chinese ones to the more costly ones, and I would say all are doing fine, more or less. The cheap Chinese ones usually loose the connection between the sharpener grid (that 50% holes thing) and the plastic under it very fast - what makes them then nice thin and ultralight and such very good for transport 😁😁😁 My main sharpeners at home are one old one from Smiths and a piece from Felco, on tour I like the Felco (again) and the Victorinox, and usually I also have some of the broken Chinese ones on board. The others I use how it comes, sometimes I do not even use them as sharpeners but as fine file ... 😁 That great piece of Felco (Felco 903) is meant as diamond sharpener for gardening tools like secateurs and has kind of an oval geometry what makes it also absolutely ideal for sharpening billhooks or the billhook-like formed small blade of the Victorinox Farmer etc.. - I never could really sharpen them as I wanted with all these rectangular sharpening stones or diamond pads but feel very comfy using the 903 for that purpose. And of course one can use it also to sharpen ordinary Victorinox, Mora oder Opinel blades. Best wishes and greetings from India, Robert

[@6bluestrings]

Thank you! I agree with you. I wish the Victorinox diamond sharpener was available in the US. Keep up the good work.

[@lipinguino8741]

Thanks for the recomedation!!!

[@OdeeOz]

Ahhh My favorite Swiss, showing more Swiss Knife skills, talent, and _sharp_ wit. 💯👏👍

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot! 🤣🤣

[@speedygonzales9993]

My favourite: Worksharp Guided Field Sharpener. It is mid-range & 'mid-price'. Has all the features you need in a small enough package. Even Ken Onion agrees.

[@sifusasdo2314]

Cool Video 👍 Thank U for the Info and the testing 👍

[@NJRey]

LOVE THE ROOSTER!!

[@FelixImmler]

😂😂😂

[@maxlvledc]

Check out the Worksharp micro sharpener, it's Amazing

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for the tip!

[@farquharwilson2523]

Great review of small sharpeners. I have the DC 4 for field sharpening, but like the look of the worksharp. Loved the soundtrack🐓😆

[@Lazarus-aap]

Thank you, Felix! This is a very clear and honest review and thanks to this, I ordered the work sharp field sharpener 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@WhstlblwrBlastingEpsteinsPals]

Thanks for not cutting out the 🐓🐓 rooster & 🐔🐔 chickens. That is hilarious 😂😂😂 Great video, Felix!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you so much!!

[@dynaflow666]

Danke! Habe mich gerade neulich gedanklich mit der Frage beschäftigt und dann *BÄMM!* kommt mein Lieblingsschweizer und hilft weiter. Super!

[@FelixImmler]

Vielen Dank..das freut mich sehr!

[@couz10]

I have all but the Victorinox one. I live them all. Great products! WorkSharp is perfect.

[@FelixImmler]

Totally agree!

[@stevenarmstrong6622]

Nice video, especially those microscope pictures! i got the DC4 an I mostly use the ceramic side only and the leathersheat as a strop.. got some chrome oxid compound on it.

The WorkSharp guided field sharpener is excellent and finally helped me to overcome my total incompetence with sharpening knives!

[@jeffreyoldham55]

Excellent evaluation, Felix. Have a great weekend!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Jeffrey!

[@robhead22]

You are a great resource! And an extremely clear thinking man! Ty

[@FelixImmler]

Wowww, thank you very much!

[@grayintheuk8021]

I love the Chickens going off :) Excellent video thank you, I have the DC4 and agree it's a better size than the DC3. I also have the DMT Diafold but for some reason prefer the DC4. Either way I'm pleased that I have 50% of your favourite sharpening tools. I would very much appreciate a how to sharpen your main blade video. Many thanks Gray

[@Semeion7]

Nice review!

[@leslieaustin151]

Always good, and often funny! Thanks. Les in UK

[@julianm080808]

I really appreciate for sharing this useful video, keep it up Felix.

[@FelixImmler]

Hello Julian. Thanks, will do!

[@rilledulu]

Very nice video as usual! I carry a DC4 everyday in the week.

[@nicolanicola1067]

Sempre simpatico e professionale! Complimenti a presto e buona vita!

[@TheWtfnonamez]

I just bought a Victorinox sharpener based on this recommendation. Its basically a large, silky smooth, diamond nail file, that eats 1095 high carbon steel. Im impressed. A few light passes gets a dull blade cutting again, and its light but strong. You could tape this onto the side of a Mora sheath and not even notice its there. Thank you

[@spektr540hemi]

I have EDCed the worksharp for several years. Works wonderfully. I flip the slabs over so that the diamond sides are facing inward, protecting them from damage will not in use.

[@MSnow-1967]

I have all of the sharpeners you reviewed, plus several others, and I concur with your ratings. The Sharpworks is my go to favorite.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@AFizz-cw3on]

Very good advice about using leather. I use leather often before a stone.

[@ghostravenXX]

Awesome review. I use a DMT myself but I think I will try to grab a Victorinox stone as well . Great info 👍

[@jooky5]

Though not a diamond sharpener, the Spyderco double stuff works great in the field on SAK steel and quickly brings the blade from dull to near-shaving quickly. If you prefer diamond, I also like the DMT credit card sharpeners. I bought a 3pack of various grits about 15 years ago and they’re still going strong

[@francdejong]

Thx, good info, liked your co-host😂😂

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoyed it..😂😂

[@RatdogDRB]

I'm a big fan of the Work Sharp products. I have more than one type and enjoy their use/results. And, yes... nothing finishes a hone like a strop.

[@jeckyll71]

I've used the Worksharp for a while now. It's a great too and a handy size and I have no complaints about it, has 20 degree guides for the diamond plate, but it also has guides for the ceramic rod and for the leather strap. You can't ask for much more. Plus, the diamond plates are removable for cleaning, should the get "clogged". Which I've not had to do yet even after a couple of years of use :)

[@diverson63]

Good video! Like you I like the Work Sharp Field Sharpener. It has everything you need and more. I can remove arrow heads with the key under the diamond plates. A very diverse system.

[@FelixImmler]

I agree!

[@micha5645]

Hallo Felix, danke dir für diesen interessanten Vergleich! LG Micha

[@capricordcreations1253]

Not an expert in sharpening but having Victorinox, Leatherman and Moras. I bought the work sharp field sharpener before and test it and it is working really good. Quality price is good and you have few sharpening materials. I even sharpen the top of my Mora in order to use it as a scrapper, striker for the ferro rod and it worked pretty fast and clean! Thanks Félix for validating my choice. Continue with the pedagogical videos, Mcgyver style ;)

[@jeremynedrow7003]

I love the worksharp I've used mine for everything from a Sak to a Bowie and can get a razor edge either way.

[@RedIron1066]

I’m with Felix. The Worksharp is my favorite also!

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@brandonmtrujillo]

Great vid thx

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Brandon!

[@musicandcoffee2853]

Excellent work!

[@FelixImmler]

Many thanks!

[@mikeeygq]

I have the worksharp. It’s great.

[@Gozerthegozarian1984]

I have to stop, LOL. Will come back and watch this for sure. This is such a great channel.

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoy it! Thank you!

[@oneprinceofamber1]

Great video!

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ulif.8449]

Your a happy man :)).... Danke für das informative Video

[@FelixImmler]

Danke Uli!!

[@timsummers870]

Thanks Felix for another lesson. I’ve never used any of those products. The only the sharpening stone that came with the Victorinox SOS Kit to sharpen my SAKs. I’m sure it’s not as good as any of what you have in front of you but it’s worked fine over the years.

[@FelixImmler]

I belive...

[@fabiodelucca155]

Excellent video Sir!!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you kindly!

[@macalleja]

Awsome microscopic pics! A very interesting topic . Congrats!

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Veldvaardigheden]

Hi Felix , I have the DC3 and the DC4 the 3 for in the field and the 4 for at home. Awesome sharpener. Nice review I think I buy the worksharp for home usage now. Thanks Felix

[@FelixImmler]

Good choice!

[@Cid_1]

Never had the DMT Dia Fold, but I have the EZ-Lap Dia Fold which has the whole surface coated on both sides I prefer that type of tool on my axes and small hatches using it as a file. The ones that always go with me on trips to the forest are the Worksharp Field Sharpener, It's just so convenient for my use and I always got one in my backpack.

[@QuantumMechanic_88]

More excellent knowledge , photos and editing from the King of SAK . I want that rooster and all the best .

[@FelixImmler]

😁😁😁 thanks a lot my friend!

[@drpeemac]

thanks for insight...

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks for watching!

[@BodomFox]

I have a Lansky TurnBox with two sets of ceramic rods, but I really like that WorkSharp one. I like that it has integrated strop and angle guidance.

[@FelixImmler]

Very cool!

[@stephan123321]

Interessantes Video,Felix....finde ich super,das du dich mit all diesen Dingen tiefer thematisch auseinander setzt und uns daran teilhaben haben lässt. Ich selbst nutze Diamantschärfer eher selten,finde sie aber aufgrund ihrer Leistung durchaus überzeugend und brauchbar. Hau rein & beste Grüße, Stephan :-)

[@FelixImmler]

Danke mein lieber Freund! Dein Kommentar freut und interessiert mich immer sehr!

[@Argadeux]

Good video ! 👋🏼

[@FelixImmler]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Argadeux]

@@FelixImmler Yes I did, love all of your videos 👌🏼

[@jasonmartin1668]

Hi Felix, look into a Hewlett diamond plate sharpener, it's a tiny bit bigger than the falkniven short stone but has 600 grit on one side and 1300grit on the other. A comment below mentioned an EZ-LAP Model M, I've also had mine for about 35 years and still going strong. They also make diamond plate sharpeners that are far superior to DMT

[@sosteve9113]

Use mostly the dc4 myself,great video Felix

[@FelixImmler]

Perfekt!!

[@lennonleonardo7997]

The chickens don't like the sharpening idea. 😂

[@FelixImmler]

😂 i don't know why!

[@robintucker5943]

I have used all of those and the fieldshapener is the best by far. So versatile and very easy to use

[@petergartner6328]

I like the idea the angle"asstance" feature...

[@robintucker5943]

@@petergartner6328 yes it is great, also makes it easy for inexperienced sharpeners amongst friends to fix their own knives with a bit of supervision.

[@FelixImmler]

Me to!

[@FelixImmler]

I agree!!

[@petergartner6328]

@@robintucker5943... Ordered mine this morning.... 30 euro👍

[@MD-us8np]

Thanks for the honesty. I agree that you pay for the diamonds.

[@RobVaderful]

The Victorinox diamond sharpener is my number one gift. I own three of them, the oldest is nearly six years in use and lost a bit of its aggressivity, but its very good for a fine adjustment of the blade before stropping. I used it to sharpen axes,chisels, knifes and blades for planes... The first days of use this thing is very aggressive but fine at the same time.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for your interesting comment!!

[@Kleiner_Lutz]

I have been carrying and using the dc4 for over 2 years now. It takes a bit of time to break in so it won't be so rough any more, but besides that I've been very happy with it, also it's pretty slim profile 8n your pocket

[@FriedPi-mc5yt]

Can confirm that the Worksharp is a very good knife sharpener. I’ve got 2 and don’t regret my purchases at all.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot!

[@GrzegorzK_gg]

Great video. I love your chanel. You are Master Yoda of Victorinox. :) Work Sharp have additional feature. Diamond plates are magnetic mounted so you always have a strong magnet with you. Also there is empty space under it which may be used as storage.

[@bambangtumpang9178]

Hello KZbin makes my inspirations ,Thanks

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this positive feedback!

[@name5949]

I've been using the victorinox dual knife sharpener for many years now and it's a great little bit of kit but I've yet to try this victorinox diamond sharpener out but I'm very happy with the victorinox dual knife sharpener👌 please do a full video on sharpening Swiss army knives please if it's possible thanks my friend👍

[@FelixImmler]

Hello William. Thanks a lot for your idea!

[@sovercsaba]

Hi Felix! Funny rooster great prezentation. I use a diamond sharpener from Lidl supermarket.1 size is flat in rest is round. I will try the Victorinox sharpener after this presentation . Thank you.

[@FelixImmler]

Cool, thanks

[@CSGraves]

My favourite pocket sharpener is the Spyderco CBN/Ceramic Double Stuff. The CBN side is course enough to do the heavy grinding, and the ceramic gives a shaving sharp edge. Add a little stropping compound to the leather pouch and you have a makeshift paddle strop. Also, the sides are angled and radiused so you could touch up serrations. Basically it's got almost everything the Worksharp does save the angle guides and built-in strop. It _is_ a bit pricy though.

[@SICKYPOPP]

haha, der hahn! mega genial

[@FelixImmler]

ich bi auch ein Hahn! 😁

[@malcolm824]

Good video

[@derbensberger122]

Mal wieder ein klasse Video, mit auf den Punkt gebrachten Vor und Nachteilen der gezeigten Messerschärfer👍 Ich bin auch der Meinung das der Field Sharpener das sorglos Paket für unterwegs ist. Alles dran und mit der Winkelvorgabe auch für weniger geübte einfach zu nutzen. Ich habe es zwischendurch mal mit dem kleineren Guide Pocket Sharpener versucht, aber da fehlt einfach das Abziehleder fürs Finisch😐 Bleibt Gesund😷 Gruß vom Bensberger

[@redastrachan8978]

The plates on the Worksharp are removable, (Magnets) for ultra light transport if needed. Great Vid

[@FelixImmler]

Good tip!

[@tacji1284]

Hi Felix, great comparison. :) I too love my Worksharp :D An idea for a new video, maybe you can make a video on stoping or how to make one at home. Thanks

[@dude28405]

Those are all very good I have those most of those sharpening systems I have discovered the smith three in one sharpener It has a pull through which I don’t use but I use the diamond sharpener and the ceramic but it comes with and it does a really nice job

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot Peter!

[@berniem.6965]

Eze-Lap has some nice portable sharpeners including a foldable one with diamond + ceramic sides. I also love my small Spyderco field sharpeners (medium + fine). Spyderco also offers both stones glued together as the Double Stuff. You could also buy the replacement rods of the Sharpmaker and use them as field sharpeners. If space + weight is not an issue, I carry the three 4'' DMT steel benchstones (without those stupid holes) and the two Spyderco stones plus two small leather strops (3 micron SiC + 0.3 micron chrome oxide) in my knife maintenance kit.

[@pnyarrow]

Hi Felix. So much food for thought dake fürs mitteilen. Bleib Gesund. ATB. Nigel

[@FelixImmler]

Thank you so much my friend!

[@JohnC29]

I have the worksharp field sharpener but I use the DC4 and CC4 more.

[@bushcraftoutdoormesser4933]

Das war für mich richtig interessant. Gerade die Aufnahmen mit dem Mikroskop.

[@2371Anita]

Fällkniven is my favorite! Carry it in my pocket as an edc. The fieldsharpener is also very very good. I use that on my tabletop. All quality. Easy to use for new freehand sharpeners. Dc3 is big enough. Just be relaxed and concentrate on what your doing. Nice and slow. CC4 doesn't carry as easy as a edc.

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for your interesting feedback!

[@sosteve9113]

My favorite to,use it for all my knifes in the woods

[@Messerjocke90]

I honestly didn't know that there's a smaller version of the dc4 and cc4 🤣. That's true, they are a little bit bigger, but I carry them inside a pocket organizer in my cargo pockets or in my backpack/haversack. I drop it very rarely directly in my pocket, but now that I know about the dc3 I don't need to 😆

[@2371Anita]

@@FelixImmler thanks! Danke schön.

[@msakmaxyblasco6921]

The roooosteerr!!! Jajaja, excellent video!!!

[@FelixImmler]

😁

[@saldomino1639]

Felix ! I agree with you I rather have a diamond sharpener that contains more diamonds in the sharpener than less great 👍 Video as always I learn a lot !

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for your feedback!