How To Use The Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener - Video User's Guide

[@spanishnavaja]

If you're on the fence about getting one of these, just do it already. It's so worth it. I've been wanting to buy one of these for months, but kept buying knives instead. I finally got an amazon gift card for Christmas and decided to use it for this sharpener and some green compound. I don't know why I took so long to finally get one, it's not even expensive. It's completely worth the time and money. Mine just came in today and I've been sharpening my knives for like the last 5 hours. It's really therapeutic too. Plus seeing one of your dull knives go back to hair popping sharp is awesome.

[@aloysiuswojocockowicz3855]

I'm going tp buy one right now!

[@frogsnacks]

@@aloysiuswojocockowicz3855 Did you get it yet?

[@aloysiuswojocockowicz3855]

@@frogsnacks yes. I've only tried it on my M7 bayonet. I'm not sure if I just suck at sharpening, or if it's just a hard knife to sharpen. I definitely got it sharper than it was. Then I kept going and it seemed to get less sharp. So I don't know.

[@dannyalaniz7506]

@@aloysiuswojocockowicz3855 maybe the steel on the knife just has a hard time getting an edge I use one for all my knife and it works like magic and it’s way cheaper then buying wet stones !

[@kaceyweaver8073]

Awesome! I just ordered one of these. Just found out about them today when I bought my Toor Anaconda and I’m glad this will be worth it

[@brutisfletcher]

I just purchased this, from a local hardware store, yesterday. I’d put it off for well over a year as I have never been impressed by a field sharpener. They’re usually good in a pinch at best. It won’t replace your bench stones or wet stones but this thing is INCREDIBLE for what it is!!!

[@Viper1000100]

I bought this today. I was able to sharpen all my knives. I even found my old boy scouts knife that was in a drawer and was really dull because I never sharpened it. It’s about 25 years old. I took extra time on it and it’s like a razor now. Very good product.

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

We love hearing this! Great work, take pride in that edge!

[@BassMaster.454]

My boy scouts knife was completely rounded because I would sharpen it on the back of a coffee mug. When I got into sharpening, I put a mirror edge on it.

[@jcharles-12]

Luv this thing its in my everyday pack

[@dprosser2194]

As a first timer, this video still leave me some questions. Can we get one as if I have no clue about knifes or sharpening them. I would only be 50% confident that I know what I’m doing after watching

[@sillagescents]

This thing is freaking great. I’m a master sharpener after 10 minutes of YT training, and I’m putting a razor edge on everything from my Benchmade to souvenir knives I got 30 years ago!

[@jayj4142]

You look like Prince Harry from when he was in his 20’s…

[@jimmy66603]

I was watching the video and I thought I recognised him, but I couldn't think where I'd seen him before. Now I know! 👏👌 But I can think of a better way to describe him other than "when he was in his 20s" ?? How about ..... "You look like prince Harry before Meghan Markle winked at him and leant forward not realising she'd completely forgotten to wear a bra and do the buttons up on her blouse that day" 🤩😋😁

[@ironman2326]

My step-dad took me to Cabellas to pick out my gift for Christmas this year. Went straight to the sharpeners and got one of these. Been wanting one for months. I love it!

[@metallyillmark]

You rock! Thanks for the highly informative but quick tutorial with a couple of tips and tricks in there. I’m using mine today!

[@AYellowPepper]

HES MICRO BEVELING A SCANDI! Sacrilege!!! X🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joenow9599]

Yes he is, lack of knowledge of the blade type

[@meyou9369]

I got one and the strop compound was completely dried out and just flaked all over the place. I thought it was strange that my knife edges were green after each use. I read that I could put some oil on it or something like that but I don't have that and I wasn't aware I needed extra things to use it. I finally took it back, it's just too messy. Maybe I will try another store.

[@zachstuff]

Fabulous walk through!! Keep this with me everyday! Favorite feature of this sharpener is the variety of methods to sharpen along with the strop!

[@michalurbanful]

Nice review and tips. Thanks! :)

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Tusk2001]

I work in the tree & landscaping business as ground crew. I also own a knife sharpening business. I use this almost everyday to sharpen something. I once used the ceramic to sharpen a brush cutter. I never would’ve gotten one; but I had a lot of issues ordering my Pro Precision Adjust, that they sent this to me as a complimentary, “we’re sorry for the headache,” gift. I keep this with me all of the time. Oh, and I love the ProPA as well. This is the best, unexpected, thing that I’ve gotten. Use it everyday on knives, shears, axes, yes, and even brush cutter blades!!!

[@johnsimon3324]

Love this sharpener!! I've been sharpening my knives for many years and this tool takes the place of many sharpening tools in one easy to use model. I guess the craziest thing I've sharpened would be a 45° router bit. Made like new again!!

[@jackreeves3001]

I got several of your sharpeners. They all well thought out. The manufacturering craftsmanship is impeccable. Thanks

[@frankskyle1]

The sharpener came in the mail today. I never dreamed I'd be blown away by a sharpener, but it works so so well!

[@navyvet05]

I was blown away too. If you had a vagina we could get married and live and sharpen happily ever after.

[@clemansky3320]

Such a fantastic design, you guys really are leading the sharpening industry.

[@user-jo5fz8iw3b]

"THE COMPOUND" to clean the strop?? "What Compound" ??

[@ay_yal5217]

Would be nice to see a paper test on this channel one of these days.

[@Chalz108]

It works. I got one at dunhams and after doing 1 knife I was sharpening every blade in the house! Razor sharp.

[@Chalz108]

Get one

[@AnimatedHugh]

It works really well. Its totally worth it.

[@derschtiken]

I've had this sharpener in my hunting pack for years and it has never failed to do the job. Great product!

[@MtnBadger]

I have one of these and it is fantastic for all kinds of things. I've used mine to the point I need to replace it and that's *a lot.* I keep all my pocket/kitchen/belt knives sharp, touch up fishing hooks and more. I couldn't give it a better recommendation. Just buy one and quit over thinking it. 😆

[@valeriehart4634]

Everybody who owns one needs to watch this video to find out all the things it can do. So much thought was put into it - an amazing tool !

[@johngaither5903]

You talked about restoring compound to the leather. Do you have a recommendation? I don't see that you sell that.

[@josephdehaven639]

Simple question how many people did not know the actual sharpening. Stones lifted up to reveal a secret compartment. Because I saw that with instructions and everything. And it literally blew my mind. I cannot believe I didn't know this was here and I've had this for 3 months. My God, that is amazing. I was just super curious about making sure. I was using it the correct way and then. Boom that pops up I'm legitimately blown away right now. Does product lip from an eight out of ten to a ten out of ten

[@pauliedogs]

I own this sharpener (actually have the Benchmade branded version but they are the same) and I’m watching this video learning how to use it. So I should just resharpen all my knives to a 20 degree angle? Not all knives are at 20 deg. If the blade I’m sharpening isn’t 20 deg I guess I can adjust the angle to whatever I want based on the actual angle?

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

20 is a good angle for most knives but you can certainly adjust if needed. The guides are there to help you build muscle memory not to make you sharpen a the one angle for all your knives.

[@timokomulainen]

Impressed at the quality of this video. Really clear and concise presentation.

[@Terry-7]

I received one of these sharpeners as a gift and I must say it is probably the best sharpener I have used to date. I use it almost daily to touch up kitchen knives and I take it camping with me to keep my outdoor knives sharp as well. It's very versatile and handy to have around. I did learn a few things about this sharpener by watching this video that I did not know it could do. Now I have a whole new reason to play with it when I get home, lol!

[@tymccutchen]

Just got for xmas. Wanted one for awhile. My buddy has one, he sold me on it. Nice help with the video. Thx"

[@supramike67]

I'm gonna add on my review with everyone else on here..... I bought my sharpener last week before Christmas after months debating on whether or not I was gonna spend big money and those pro-grade wet sharpening stones. I will say this, after first use and trying it on one of my pocket knives to see if I can get a bit sharper, I was left speechless on how extremely well it worked on sharpening it, it left it razor sharp. After that test, I went sharpener crazy and began even sharpening some of my kitchen knives that I mainly rely on to filet or skin meats. As of now, they are hela sharp and ready for use. Now Keep in mind for those new to sharpening knives, TAKE YOUR TIME. Patience is key to honing the skill to sharpen your knives well, 5-10 passes on 1 side and repeat on the other. Luckily with this field sharpener, it's very easy to do.

[@Woolsocks]

This thing works great I haven’t bought a new blade for my utility knife for a year I keep 5 with me and just sharpen them up when I’m done with the job, also brought the edge on my hunting knife and fillet knife to a razor sharp edge! It’s a great product!

[@Tom-uj4uf]

Wow. Just wow. This sharpener is absolutely awesome. I bought one for my dad as a Christmas present and now I just received a second one for me because I just felt like I needed my own. And this video guide is perfect as well.

[@dean9138]

Big thanks to TAC PACK for including this in the APRIL box for me. This thing is AMAZING, one pass on my pocket knife and it's razor sharp. 10/10

[@AKJJSIM]

I’ve had the blue one for about a year and use it often. Santa 🎅🏻 brought my two young Boy Scout, fishing, hunters one each for Xmas. Great all purpose tool. If I could change anything it would be an adjustable angle guide.

[@jontharpe1275]

never owned a knife before and had to get 4 spyderco blades for commercial diving. I had to purchase this sharpener because its essential i have a sharp knife. This video made things very clear, helped me tons!

[@joeframo3347]

You gave us a professional way of sharpening with the greatest tool ever Thank you so much for your professionalism I see people trying to use that sharpener on here and there not doing it right but you're 100% right on how you're doing it Thank you again 👍

[@bwax1542]

Excellent video.There are so many good features on this sharpener. But I like both ceramic rods on the Field Sharpener, and especially so for the smaller ceramic rod because without it I could never get my smaller serrations sharp again. Thanks for sharing.

[@Streaker2017]

Purchased this off my Matco tools distributor, cause I want to try a new way of sharpening my knives on the go. Now gonna sharpen my homemade 6inch long karambit knife.

[@dennismccolley1380]

I sharpend flea market stainless steel blade. Esee 1095. Vg 10 Spyderco. Case Chrome Van diem Benchmade S30v All will shave hair off my arm. So this does really work. If you are out in the field and you need to fix a knife to cut again this will do the trick. It'll set a new edge on a knife and sharpen it start to finish. Because of its design it will help someone new to sharpening knives. Just follow the instructions.

[@capnmatt41]

Stay tuned to the end for some hot tips! Funny timing, Josh! I touched up my EDC neck knife on this tool for this week's TNG. I'm definitely not as proficient as you on this tool yet but I'm a super fan of it and am working to make this the thing I gift most often. I'm of the opinion one belongs in the center console (or glovebox) of every truck. Thanks for making it and thanks too for making such an informative video about it.

[@capnmatt41]

I forgot to mention, my favorite feature is that you ship it with the strop pre-loaded with compound. Well played.

[@codyrobs0]

first time learning to sharpen knives here didn't even know they could come off and there was a manual inside lol

[@gkt47341]

I bought this sharpener because of videos I watched and they got their knife razor sharp. I can't seem to get the same results. I have a Gerber fastball. I am doing everything in the video. Does anyone have any suggestions or tips?

[@scottallen7119]

You are going from 15 degrees to 20 degrees. It will take longer to get a bur the first time.

[@janardisutono1271]

Just bought it today.. it's trully the best combo sharpener in market!! it small but can do big jobs..i sharpen all my knives from SAK to machetes without any problem at all

[@yazming1720]

I just bought this sharpener & I swear it sharpen my knife 🔪 very easily. At first without reading the directions I would lay it against the 20° angle & drag it down towards me.... believe me it made my knife really sharp. Then I read the directions & realized my mistake & followed directions wish really did make sense. THANK YOU WORKSHARP 😊 Yazmin Venice Beach CA ⛱👍💯👍💯👍

[@thomasclifton8731]

This singlehandedly changed my knife sharpening experience.im going yo upgrade to the gss with upgrade soon but i love how good and versatile this system is.thanks worksharp and god bless you all for manufacturing in the USA

[@a.t.hustle1583]

These are sweet sharpeners. I can’t get my Microtech to keep an edge however. Maybe my technique is inconsistent. These videos help.

[@ericwiltse8054]

Love this sharpener,is the one I got my first razor edge on. Thanks for the tips

[@greekveteran2715]

You should make the angle guides on the ceramic, to be 20 or 21 degrees. The 25 degrees, is way to much for knives.

[@robertg3592]

Thanks. Learned a lot. Had mine for 5 years but learned from your tips.

[@chriswhite2686]

I've had this sharpener for over a yr. I use it damn near every day. Always gotta keep a edge on my blades. Def a good cheap sharpener.

[@denniscapshaw2064]

Make the strop removable soit doesn't getloadedwith grit from the diamon blade, and make to use the ceramic blabe as well. Also make it so the guide angles can be swapped with the 15 and 17 degree sets.

[@E.D.C_aesthetic]

This this is worth its weight in GOLD 1000 times over, such a good sharpener to keep in a go bag or to just to leave in the truck

[@MrHQQX]

I absolutely love mine when I'm traveling its always with me one slight design change I'd like to see is a way to sharpen small serrations (triangular ceramic rod) not that I do that often but still if it could do that I would really be complete sharpening system in a tiny package. The craziest thing I've sharpen on it was probably my 14-inch bolo machete, granted it wasn't the best tool for the job but it worked

[@andrewk757]

Received one of these this weekend for my birthday, all i can say is i didn't realize how dull my knifes were. great little tool.

[@DontLookBehindYou1]

I finally bought mine at Lowe's today for $29.... Amazon was like $34.95 or something....

[@C4N4Dii4N]

Such an amazing product! Such an amazing video! Thank you so much.

[@rasmussyrjala1370]

Never sharpened a thing, started using this for my dull knifes, got them a little bit sharper but not great. Maybe get them sharp one day with a little bit of practice...

[@allanshpeley4284]

I just got mine this afternoon and had no problem sharpening my bushcraft knife as a relative noob to this stuff. Worked like a charm.

[@joelleckron8377]

Thanks for this video, the instructions did come rolled up inside, I found them once I figured how to access the inside! The instructions were roiled up so tighly and help together so that trying to unroll then they tore so bad they were useless.

[@franciscorubio72]

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.

[@Nukalpiaq24]

My brand new razors aren’t as sharp as my knives I sharpened with this. Love the product

[@kristianprieto4854]

This product is garbage, I'm unable to sharpen my blade to it's full potential. Scam

[@lancasteredc7773]

This tool dulled my crkt provoke…. I used every method and it won’t sharpen 😂😂😂 what the fuck is going on

[@Yuki_Ika7]

Is it able to sharpen M4 Steel? for example sharpening up a factory edge?

[@michaelmatthews4168]

Got mine today. Love it already after sharpening just one knife. Thanks guys!

[@fancystacy]

I like it very much

[@deucebigs9860]

The perfect sharper in general. The perfect portable sharpener. The perfect learning sharpener. Really well done.

[@alkishararis9347]

Always in my backpack!!! 😉

[@Michael-hs6ii]

well I've not sharpened anything crazy, but you did when you sharpened my mind

[@bill72pa]

Awesome tool. Just wish it came with a case so it doesn't get banged up in my bag.

[@Splintercelmaster1]

How would I use this to sharpen a karambit knife? Would it be the same as a regular knife

[@brickybmine]

The stropping is awesome, I need one...

[@virgoviking2331]

Where did you get that hatchet from? I love the profile, also I love this sharpening tool well worth the money!

[@thinh_pham91]

Any way to have reference for lower angles like 15 or 17 degrees? Thanks.

[@la_old_salt2241]

Just picked this sharpener up today. I think I made a great purchase!

[@TylerAlexander5280]

Talon sei got me to buy one of these. Great sponsorship! Thanks yall.

[@mosab643]

I thought the guides were adjustable. What if you don't want 20 degrees?

[@okezsoke]

Hmmm... This or the precision? I can't decide. What if I can't hold the angle? But precision has limitations.

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

If you're new to sharpening, go with the Precision Adjust. It makes success sharpening that much easier and helps reinforce what you are trying to accomplish when you sharpen with other tools. That said, if you learn to sharpen on the GFS, you'll know how to sharpen on just about anything out there. You really can't go wrong but hopefully that helps steer you in the right direction.

[@1OFGODSOWN]

I just purchased one at Walmart Today and the long white rod was broken about 3/4 of the way of the length so I used Clear Gorilla Glue and I repaired it.Most of my knives are already very sharp so I will see how well it works when I dull one down.

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

If the glue works for you good, but just know all our products are backed by a 3 year warranty. Send an email to [e-mail] and our customer service team would be happy to get you a replacement.

[@1OFGODSOWN]

@@WorkSharpOutdoor The glue Failed a couple of days ago but everything else is working great.I will check on the warranty.👍🇺🇸

[@daveruegg6769]

Man i dont know what im doing wrong here, following the tips best i can but not getting a good edge ... been working on a cpl cheap pocket knives to learn the techniques and im just spinning my wheels ... is bc cheap metal? Based on all positive reviews, everyone else seems to be getting great results ... im just struggling here

[@Rusty_Machete]

Not the metal u just gotta gold ur angle

[@Michael-uj5jl]

Very nice sharpener at home in your kitchen or during a journey I love it

[@none5355melvinMadigan]

My thing with it is very easy use to sharpen all my knives I love it

[@washingtonstatepicker3460]

I love mine! Blows my mind!

[@alexarasdace1994]

Do you press hard for this product or you let the blade do the work?

[@UltraMAGAandproudofit]

Wait, so when u take the plate off, what are the “wrenches” you are speaking of? How are they used & what are they used for?

[@Dctctx]

The wrenches are the notches. They’re used for removing broad head arrow heads

[@Equinox051256]

So does Benchmade make this for Work Sharp or does Work Sharp make it for BM, since they are identical? kzbin.info/www/bejne/n326o5d9eqeAqpo

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

We make the sharpener for Benchmade and are proud to partner with them. We also supply the Edge Maintenance Tool.

[@Equinox051256]

@@WorkSharpOutdoor Thanks for the timely response.

[@gaismaszeme7465]

Great stuff. Just t tried it out !👍👍👍👍👍

[@TonyNL87]

Got mine today in the mail after doing this stuff with whetstones for 20 years. I'm never going back to whetstones!😮 This works so much faster!! The small size takes some getting used to but I'm already changing my technique. And my first knife edge with this thing is so extremely sharp when you cut a piece of paper the little weight the blade has is enough to make it cut the paper all the way through! But I also didn't use the guide because I like my edge to be a little thinner. But it takes just a few minutes with this thing. So using it is a blast. Now lets see how long the different components are gonna last. Because I know there are a number of ways to get the diamond stuff on and the best way is if it's plated on.

[@AntiJovian]

this thing is designed so well, after using it a bunch I bought another to keep in my closet. Just in case they stop making these in 10, 20, 30 years...

[@mintybidness6614]

This thing cleaned some chips off my global

[@SouthernOutdoorRevolution]

I absolutely love the Work Sharp Field Sharpener! In fact, I love them so much I have 3, one in the house, one in my truck, and one in my pack, so I don’t leave home without one. It’s hand down the best field sharpener on the market and will dress up an edge if that is all that’s needed or take a dull knife to razor sharp! Like I said, one is always with me hunting, trout fishing or whatever my adventure may be.

[@collinjones311]

Brand new to sharpening. Curious on how that 25 degree for ceramic and strop would affect something like a becker knife wih a 20 degree factory angle. Would it still be used with the 20 degree for diamond and stones as well has still having the dame properties in terms of edge retention, sharpness, and durability?

[@WorkSharpOutdoor]

Great question! We set the guides to 20 on the stones and 25 on the ceramic and leather because the when you need to do maintenance in the field a more obtuse angle will get to the edge and yield faster results when you need them. It also creates a microbevel that will hold up longer with use.

[@collinjones311]

@@WorkSharpOutdoor is the strip prone to catching metal or diamond shavings that may dull the knife?

[@navyvet05]

I hereby proclaim the worksharp knife sharpener to be the best field knife sharpener on the market. You cannot find a better one. I will not tolerate any disagreements. This proclamation will be in effect for 50 years.

[@johnwallace8379]

Really good field sharpener. Just got mine and have been sharpening cheap knives around the house. If you’ve ever used stones for sharpening there’s not any learning curve for it. Well thought out and a great little tool.

[@MrMann703]

I love mine, I've had it for years, I don't know how many times I've used it but I'm still using the original diamond plates. It puts an edge on a dull blade fast, easy and quicker than a wet stone, mine still has life in it but I will be needing to find replacement plates eventually. Well worth owning one.

[@dodgersfnshepard8673]

I am not a knife guy! I found a cheapish knife at my hunting store and the blade was shat! I also have quite a few kitchen knives I've put off maintenance of due to being afraid of sharpening. Got this little guy to at least try and now I can't put it down, Everything in my house is sharp now! Even friends are bugging me, I'm about to order more knives and the upgraded kit/sharpener... seriously how did this happen. I haven't enjoyed using a tool this much since I went from wrench to impact gun

[@brianlocal3]

I just picked one up, I really like the feel and the variability My issue is I have free hand sharpened with small 4-6” hand held stones/diamond plates my entire life and my natural angle is somewhere between 15-17degree so the 20 degree guide kinda throws me off and it doesn’t get my full bevel Overall happy with the sharpener 😊

[@BetterEveryShave]

Thanks for the demonstration. I looked at a bunch of options for sharpeners and nothing seemed to have the versatility, ease of use, or portability of this product. I bought one about a year ago and have been using it regularly ever since. I don't get outdoors very often but it's just as useful around the house. I have even sharpened larger kitchen knives. I'm really glad that I decided to try it.

[@carsonwells1785]

Outstanding review. I have been looking at one of these as a sort of take-it-anywhere backup sharpening system. After listening to you, I'm inclined to sell off the twenty sharpening machines, kits and systems I now own and make this my only one😂. Thanks for the great video.

[@channelname1818]

If storing this inside a Kleen Kanteen Stainless Steel Water Bottle (64 oz), building a rafting survival kit, will it ruin a Suunto A-30 compass? I could wrap either in a bandana!