Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener - Advanced Tips & Techniques

If you own the Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener, and want to get the very best results with sharpening your knives, then this fast-paced video is for you. You will learn several advanced tips and techniques that will help you get a razor-sharp edge every time. Please visit my website at www.WorkSharpEasy.com

[@ADRASTEIA03]

I'm really pleased with this! It works like a charm kzbin.infoUgkxDcr-y2Pf6xdnrFHrSP7dl9kpKaCozcSQ Takes less time than my old electric sharpener because it can take more off the knife faster, and then it smooths out nicely with the finer grit polisher. I don't know how long it will last before the grit wears away, but I wouldn't mind having to replace it every once in a while.

[@lawdogkyle1850]

Oddly enough, I think of all videos, THIS is the video that has sold me on this machine.

[@dash8465]

I've have the Ken Onion version with the larger tool grinder attachment for 1-2 years and have used it a lot. I've always used Gatco's diamond hones on my nice folders for a couple decades (always will) and the grinder on my fixed and kitchen blades.. there are two types of edges; smooth hair shaving highly polished edges and highly polished course grit edges. If I want an edge that'll shave hair, carve wood, or do "push cutting" well I'll step through the belts/hones from course down to fine then polish. But if I want a truly sharp knife, a real slicer with an edge that'll cut to-the-bone I start with a fairly new course belt for a few passes to embed deeper scratches, then switch to a semi-worn course belt for a pass or two, then switch to the polishing belt(s). Highly polished micro serrations crated by the deeper sratches left behind on the edge by the course belt is the key to a really great slicing edge that rips right through meat, hair, rope, and tomato skin (anything fiberous or resilient). The tradeoff is that the tips of the tiny serrations can chip away more easily, especially on harder more brittle chip-prone steels that hold an edge longer without the serrations. So study your steels, sharpen different ways, examine before/after your intended use with a 30x or higher magnifier and also drag the edge across your fingernail, lean it over on both sides, slide it backwards up your nail.. is it snagging and/or scraping, did the edge chip or just roll a little? If it chips polish back the serrations a bit more, maybe decrease the edge angle a little (ie from 25deg to 20deg), if it just rolled try only reducing the angle. A couple of my own tips on top of those in this video. Keep the speed low - the belts run dry and heat ruins heat-treating. Any and all burrs must be polished away without over-polishing those serrations away, its a very fine line. Dont confuse a feels-sharp-as-hell burr edge with true sharpness, its not. Burred metal might feel sharp, but its bent, fatigued, weak and waiting to fall off leaving a dull edge behind. Lots of polishing is too much of a good thing - if a edge shaves hair and pushes thru paper like crazy but feels smooth when you lightly run your finger down it and it oddly struggles with a tomato, rope or a skin callus .. its over polished, maybe even blunted. On the plus side, thats typically a durable edge that won't easily chip/roll, good for bushcraft wood processing, not great for skinning/dressing but tolerates some bone contact. Compromises.. are probably the most constant *and* irritating fact of life. Finding the best edge angle and type for each knife and its intended use is an art.

[@henrybittle5234]

Thanks for your great advise, i sure appreciate it bud

[@amosmietz1801]

Dash pl

[@lovejcdc]

That was fantastic advice, I am in the process of getting into making knives and have researching some different types of blade sharpening techniques and machines. I am kinda torn between this system and the wicked edge.

[@grovesy333]

Definitely fantastic advice and you’re totally right in all of it

[@rhubarbpie2027]

I had never thought about using JB bore cleaning compound as an abrasive honing material! Good information. Thanks you!

[@michaeljohnson1057]

Doug, ran into you at the Reno show in Nov...loved the information you had at the show. Wanted to thank you for these videos.

[@davidmartins6566]

Thank you so much for this video. It answered many questions I had about knife - axe - machete sharpening, and I learned a lot. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@wesg3084]

Decades of real world experience + thousands of knives sharpened = 14 minutes of Awesome! Thank you!

[@steverenellee8713]

Doug, very much enjoyed talking to you at the Sportsmens Expo today. Thank you for spending the time in getting my knife razor sharp and can’t wait to start using my new knife sharpener.

[@marxcarmona]

Thank you for your reply. Ive been using my sharpener and I'm very glad I have it. I look forward to seeing the tango video with two bevels when you shoot it. I tried to do mine and I rounded them off... Oddly though, I like them the same. Thank you

[@1ronhall]

Best tutorial so far!! Thank you. My KO edition is in transit!!

[@Mr4TeaParty]

Just bought my Work Sharp two days ago. Previously...I'd been able to get a decent hunting knife edge....but never could get a decent edge on a fillet knife. Well, after doing a bit or research, and a LOT of reading, I bought the Work Sharp. WOW!!! My fillet knives are now sharper than when they were new. I got carried away and sharpened every knife in the house too. (Wife very happy with newly sharpened kitchen knives.) Love the Work Sharp!

[@Survived4Real]

To Doug Holser: At 56-years of age I'm still commenting & sharing with others many of the valuable life lesson my Dad & mentor taught me growing up. I was an advid outdoorsman, fisherman, Hunter, backpacker and much more. As I listened to you stress the importance of reading the instructions thoroughly to maximize you sharpening success, I heard my Dads words loud & clear again. He began his lessons & advice on instructions when I was just 6-8 years old and never stopped until He passed away in 2007 and I was 46-years old then. My Dad's advice & lessons on INSTRUCTIONS are as follows: "WHEN ALL FAILS, TRY READING THE INSTRUCTIONS.....AND IF THAT DOESN'T WORK,....TRY FOLLOWING THEM‼️‼️👍🏽😃 Doug, I appreciate your well made Video and its focus on the importance of instructions. I hope my Dad's Spin on Instructions and His Proverb was helpful to you & your viewers. I mentioned earlier " I WAS AN AVID OUTDOORSMAN...." I say, "WAS" because I suffered 4-near death accidents and broke my neck in 3-places and was completely paralyzed from the neck down, After 2-years and 3700-hours of Physical Therapy I recovered 90% of my arms, could stand up, and walk short distances 20-40 feet with a very awkward gait & severe limp with drop foot on each leg. It made it harder to wade trout streams and climb mountains to hunt. Even so, I continued to Fish & Hunt through 2005 before I had to taper off my favorite hobbies by 80%. I didn't file for disability until 2000, some 22-years after the first accident & broken neck even though I qualified. The only reason I don't own a WORKSHOP KNIFE & TOOL SHARPENER is because of the financial challenge of living off Social Security Disability Income only. It's not easy but I'll buy one ASAP given the number of knives & tools I have that need sharpening. Thanks again for your advice and excellent Video. Well done! Happy Holidays and have a Happy, & Healthy New Years 2018‼️William Sturman ~

[@pumpkinheadghoul]

I LOVE my Work Sharp sharpening tool. Best sharpener I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few. I own the original one, but it's served me quite well over the seven years I've owned it.

[@draed1845]

This guy is amazing, I have been watching a few of his videos and he sold me. I was originally going to get an expensive chefs choice electric knife sharpener but I feel like I can do a lot more with this amazing tool.

[@KnightsArmory]

Best video I've seen on this yet! Thank you

[@tb5219]

Great video, Doug. Thank you again.

[@MeAtNoWhereButHere]

Perfect! So glad I came across this channel and review! Now it's time to do some Amazon Prime shopping. :) Thank you for sharing.

[@martymorgan9977]

Excellent presentation! I’m ordering one today. You do a very good job of keeping me interested, something my wife says is impossible. Thanks Doug.

[@jaysilverheals4445]

WHAT A FUCKING PLANT BY A RELATIVE

[@DeadBaron2002]

For years I was buying and trying a variety of the "latest and greatest" sharpeners but was never satisfied with the results vs the time and effort expended until I bought the standard Work Sharp tool. Even then I didn't pay enough attention (like I should have) to the instructions until I stumbled across your KZbin video instructions a little over a year ago. Holy Cow, what a difference! I can now sharpen and re-sharpen our kitchen and my hunting knives in no time at all. I was so impressed with this tool that I just had to get the Ken Onion tool. That thing is incredible! I just bought the Ken Onion Grinder Attachment and am honing my skills on this new "toy". Thanks for all your tips and videos! Stay safe & well!

[@jimmorrison714]

I just sharpened my 32 year old Shrade LB7 Uncle Henry with this Worksharp and it is just as sharp as the day I bought it at the factory store in New York. What a difference that 6000 grit honing strip makes! Now I can shave with all my pocket knives.

[@rockandrolf8611]

Hey Doug thank you,you explained everything good. Great video

[@lanerosander7742]

I love this sharpener! The knives seemed to be sharp while I was learning how to use the WSKTS!

[@RecklessFables]

I just bought the Ken Onion and found this vid. Sooo glad this guy did a whole series. I might even read the manual too, since he said so!

[@1005del]

Just got mine today! Great video sir!! Thank you

[@natural-born_pilot]

Thank you for a great video. I have the KO knife and tool and love it. It saves a lot of time especially when you have several knives to sharpen. One of the first things you mentioned I think is the most important with this system is read the instructions carefully. From what I’ve seen failure to do this is the major reason for those that experience problems.

[@Wavester64]

Excellent Video - thank you so much!

[@HUZ9k3s5w]

Very useful this and your other videos on the Work Sharp, thanks for sharing!

[@Fresh2Salt]

Lots of good info. Been leaning towards buying one of these. As an avid outdoorsman knives are an essential part of my equipment.

[@TheHairOfElendil]

*Best Work Sharp instructional video yet. Not many people actually read the instructions.*

[@jimyocum9556]

thanks Doug just picked up my first worksharp..I'll admit I didn't read the manual yet but I have some knowledge of knife sharpening and first knife was a great success.. thanks for the video for the stubborn guys who skip the manual like me.

[@benjibanks7894]

By far the best KZbin video on this unit.

[@billystone3514]

i own one, and am a slaughterer by trade, the basic worksharp sharpener is great i use it mainly on hunting and kitchen knives but have used it on a few work colleagues knives and theyve been very happy with the out come.

[@garetitz]

great job, very informative and easy to understand.

[@bexusflexus]

Thanks for the info. Much appreciated!

[@rayedwards1884]

Bought one of these and it's fantastic.I can shave the hair off my arm with all my knives.

[@jackreeves3001]

Thanks for sharing your time!

[@taikoking1]

Thanks for the video. Now I am using the tool correctly.

[@MegaMatt333]

great video, just trying to decide which model to get at the moment myself.

[@juliusgonzo7527]

Very good video and instructions. Thank you sir.

[@steveraymond7277]

Sold, thank you for the awesome video

[@ranger6delta]

Wow thank you for the tutorial! ive been doing it all wrong. Now my knives are sharp! I can cut the paper like your were doing to see how sharp it was! Thank you!

[@LogicBob]

This video really helped me out! Thank you sir! I'll thank you in person at the next gun show I make it to!

[@SwedishSurvivor]

Love this video! You are awesome Doug! Thanks for the time u put in this video. Greetings from Sweden

[@shaggyda2758]

Very well said, I second-the-motion.

[@brunocauin]

Same! Greetings from Brazil.

[@herbking5827]

One thing I haven't seen commented on is that some knives such a Buck is factory sharpened to a convex edge at 13 to 16 degrees on each side. I had 4 Buck knives that I changed there profile to 25 degrees and they are very sharp. It took alittle while to raise a burr the first time so be aware. I love my Work Sharp. Great videos Doug.

[@ericteseniar9396]

Awesome job explaining! Thank you for sharing

[@bdcochran01]

Thank you. Have owned the original for years.

[@kimstuart3063]

great informative video , just bought the Ken Onion.

[@BladeObssession]

Very informative for a novice like me. Thanks.

[@mreightytwenty8709]

I must say you are very good at what you do.....stay safe from NZ

[@ericwhitlow7364]

Excellent demonstration

[@bull8309]

Thank you for this video Sir.

[@MountainFisher]

I've been blessed that I learned to sharpen by hand, actually have a knack for it.

[@bobbyharvill4225]

I know how to sharpen anything, by hand. I still use my work sharp. Lol. It's nice to know how to do things by hand, buts it's very time consuming.

[@joeframo3347]

Hello Doug thank you for sharing this video that's a very nice machine I'm going to order one on Amazon real soon thank you again

[@no_handle_required]

I thought this thing was a gimmick till I bought it. Now I love it. I still prefer stones, but using this is quick, it works, and it's fun to use. Guess I'll be getting the KO version too. Good stuff.

[@Tredwayj]

Great video, thanks for the info.

[@wwjj64]

great video. NO BS straight to the point.

[@deejohnson5163]

GREAT INFO, thanks !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JasonWh]

I have the Ken Onion & it's a remarkable tool. Even a novice like me can create incredibly sharp knives. It's so worth the money.

[@joshuad.3466]

Thanks Doug!!!

[@mikemccool2789]

Wow, Very detailed information!

[@jeffmcgrath8718]

Great video thank you

[@evanpschneider]

Thanks, Doug. Very helpful video

[@TomSommer]

Great video. Well done. I think I will upgrade to the newer model. Thank you.

[@tommyboy71]

Thanks Doug.

[@kevinashby3784]

GREAT Video Very Helpful

[@VanillaGorilla502]

Bought one thanks to this review.

[@jerryhudson8250]

I have recently reconected with knives and came across your very interesting video. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will be using your pointers with my own worksharp belt sharpener. Please continue sharing your knowledge with the community Jerry

[@weps2097]

Good info, thank you.

[@MrGrxxx123]

I use and love this sharpener

[@joeframo3347]

Hey Doug thank you I ordered my from Amazon I just got it today it's a Nifty tool it reminds me of the old big conveyor belts when a shark big big knives quickest why it's perfect for hunting knives and kitchen knives so I could even get it inverter and do it out in the field hey thank you for the video was great really enjoyed your brother are remember the USA the greatest country in the world God bless you and take care of thank you for sharing goodbye from Atlanta Georgia

[@peter-radiantpipes2800]

Thank you!!! Lots of useful info and I’ve watched sever work sharp videos prior. I wanted more detailed info on burrs as well and appreciate that very much. Great video!! (Santa Barbara here but all my family in Ventura. Great place to live. Feel free to come over and help me out with all my blades :) )

[@eschloz]

Great video and advice. I have this machine and it is fantastic. Thanks for the tips. I like your advice to read the owners manual. :)

[@Raphael_NYC]

Thank you.

[@jeanpaulhart2196]

Totally buying this thing

[@cookingfun6245]

Great super tips. Subbed. Great SME on this product. Got mine for Xmas and love it. It's like the Traeger of knife sharpeners. My mom and wife are happy with their knives I've practiced on. Thank you.

[@sclr]

Thanks!

[@shaneberry1695]

Another tip, You can also use a mild degreaser such as purple power along with a magic eraser and clean the purple stropping belts back to almost brand new condition. After cleaning, rinse with warm water, allow belt to dry and it’s ready to be reused. It also works on the grey 12000 grit stropping belt in the blade grinding attachment belt kit. Try it, been doing it for years.

[@trappingfur]

I like Doug ! Thanks Bud !

[@thejumbled1422]

It's so funny how many people don't read the instructions lol. With 0 experience but reading the instructions and watching 2 videos I've had no issues with the ken onion edition. Thanks for the straight to the point tips!

[@mayolormairez2527]

My man Doug I’ve been looking for u at every gun show and haven’t been able to find u man I need a machine my man

[@thechemtrailkid]

Nice video and I'm glad you were honest about what this system is designed to sharpen and what it is not. There are lots of promises in the sharpening world about some system being the end all be all in sharpening and it's simply not true.

[@leedawson22]

great vid

[@garychandler4296]

Finally an advanced video! Wish I could afford that onion, but my homemade rig has me shaving and cutting newspaper.

[@kenstogie]

i love doug's 5 to left 5 to the right dance....that's what it's all about!

[@arizonabladebroker5010]

Doug It was nice to meat you at the PHX gunshow today.

[@davelogan77]

Very informative! Thank you :-)

[@mikesheets2714]

I had something break on my work sharp and no problem getting a new part, something is to be said for a company that stands behind their product like that.

[@MrSaxpot]

Great videos! My Elmax blade takes about 3 times more strokes than the guide says. I got her sharp, cuts great. Still not shaving sharp. Guess I need to look at putting compound on a smooth belt.

[@jackshotwell5493]

Good job Doug, I have over 200 knives and I just purchased the Ken Onion Sharpener. I have a lot of work to do as you well know. I have a demo knife with a dull blade can I sharpen it for use?

[@cookscatapults]

Thanks

[@bobfletcher346]

I love the videos you do help me out quite a bit but how do you do fillet knives do you do the fillet knives the same way as a regular knife

[@BigMikeD10001]

good one

[@Triaed]

Doug, given the rotation of the belt in one direction, are there any issues with sharpening one side of the knife with the belt going towards the leading edge, and the other side against the leading edge? Possible issues with the blade geometry, or even snapping the belt? Great video!

[@zstick]

How did you know I was cringing!? Every time I see that test it makes me cringe. I can't do it. But thanks for the vid. Great tips and an excellent demonstration of the Work Sharp. I'm getting one from my wife for Father's Day.

[@MTH3h3l0l]

I tried out an electric one on a garbage blade I never thought I could resharpen. Absolutely astounding results

[@1074026]

Thanks for the very informative video. Only one thing I don’t understand clearly - do you put JB bore cleaning compound and brown polish compound into the old used 6000 belt? Do you use leather honing belt for the polish with the compound like JB Bore or Flitz?

[@loudmouth_racing1991]

Very nice tutorial, we appreciate you very much. I have the original and had a rounding tip issue. But was running the motor continuously. This should solve that. Only question is I don't ever get a burr, although I'm using D2,154cm, S30V, ect. Run more times per side until a burr is formed? I should not move on until I have a burr, correct?

[@richardwhite490]

i bought a leatherstrop for the basic model is it worth it will it make my knife sharper

[@nickpeterson8971]

Doug I need to know what kinda Bowie knife that is with the leather handle.... so cool

[@philamburgey]

Do you have cameras in my house?? Just as you placed the blade on your thumbnail and you said "Don't cringe". I looked around for your cameras. lol Great video and you have a new fan.