I have the Pro Pack 1 (PP1), with the additional 1200/1600 and 1.4/0.6 micron ceramic stones. Believe it or not, I have yet to try the Nubatama stones for EP! Thanks guys, as always very good info and tips / opinions. This was totally unscripted, so I … Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. Yes, it's very real. How is he doing? You definitelyneed a little touch ,especially near the tip if you know what I mean . The idea is to get a knife repaired, sharp and back into service. The Apex version is pretty simple and functional. Sweet! Tha again for everyone's input [emoji106]. No way I'd use it or any other clamped system for maintaining an edge. I like the way you guys think. You guys crack me up. ", Look, I don't care what system you use. No system does everything and don't be surprised to end up with a variety of things to include a variety of bench stones. Any questions in my mind were solved the first time using the KME. I've been looking at four systems for some time: The Wicked Edge, the Edge Pro Apex, the KME, and the Tech Studio K02 Wranglerstar. Yes, do or do not. The EP probably has more immediately available stuff for polishing in a number of different directions. You can find yourself hours later still messing with it trying to get it "just right. Do you have any problems/restrictions/wants on the smaller stones vs the ones for the EP? The Edge Pro stones are mounted in a superior design. I love my KME but I only use it to reprofile an edge. Was 99% sure this was the system I was going to buy. I'm trying not to do every knife I own but it's hard . Discussion in 'Survive! Many people have asked why I use an Edge Pro as opposed to a KME or Wicked Edge. I am glad to hear that it is working out for you. Subscribed. Maybe he'll toss out some "basics" on abrasives and methods. I liked the concept of holding the blade vs clamping. It is not an issue. I've also added the ball joint arms, and the 1.0/0.5 micron strops. That's awesome ! Oh and remember to blame the 2 guys above me in this thread when you look at your bank statement. BTW, your sharpening setup is so clean it makes me sick! I took your advice and picked up a KME with a base and strop attachment. Narrowed it down to the two best as far as I could tell from research, any thoughts would be appreciated. Absolutely no problem, just shorter strokes. Come join the discussion about optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The "hand clamping" thing will come with practice. Kme isn't too terrible if your blade stock where you clamp the knife in is flat on both sides. No way! Absolutely no problem, just shorter strokes. SFRIGON1 said "I put some cash aside for a knife and realized what good are they if they aren't sharp ! I thought about this too before I purchased and started using my KME. If you do go for the knockoff stay away from the Pro copy. I'm a heretic, and honestly I think the. But the gold diamond stones are the way to go. After mailing Edgepro I got a reply from 'Ben', he actually recommended me to start with the counterfeit edge pro. ", https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7H9Kux4TAE, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CY6DJ0PQxyA, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fI9ae283-Ns, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. It derives from this "tactical tomahawk" craze. The base is nothing like a real EP and doesn't hold well. Civit cat coffee. I went from EP to KME and was concerned about the 4" stones vs 6". If you just want to take dull steel and make it sharp again I don't see why the KME kit wouldn't be perfect for you. ). Dwade retired? I cold never hope to polish a blade as purty as some of The Tourist's pics show, but for now I'll settle for just sharp, something I have never really been able to do freehand on a stone. I think I'll start with the KME, and go from there. Regarding those of you using a KME vs the Edge Pro. You still keep in touch with him? Cheapest package ($165) left budget for an additional stone, etc. Edge Pro: Seems to be the one everything is measured against. Lansky vs KME vs Edge Pro vs Wicked Edge I give up on whetstones because either my wrist is retarded or my whole arm is challenged. I just read the thread on the KME setup Amos Iron Wolf was using to polish the Glock knife. So I will, if I like it I think (as he recommended in the mail) I will invest in the real one. I'll be anxious to see Ken "Mr. Wizard" Schartz over here! Speaking of an evil hand, we're all in for it now! Wicked Edge Precision Knife Sharpener. thx man , so I haven't figured out The pics yet. 7-97 to 7-1-13. Yes, you can polish, but bflying is correct. The construction and ease of use are amazing I'm feeling like my knives are new again which is a nice feeling and I'm not really itching for a new blade ,which is also a good thing ! I could never hope to polish a blade as purty as some of The Tourist's pics show, but for now I'll settle for just sharp, something I have never really been able to do freehand on a stone. It’s an easy system to learn and master, and it has its upsides! My issue with clamped systems is the uneven blades when clamping blades that are either full flat ground or Ffg and tapered. Ahhh, the "curse." Any questions in my mind were solved the first time using the KME. Even then the angle in the clamp can vary. Soo.. I haven't seen him around KF much. Knives' started by sfrigon1, Feb 19, 2017. Hey, I made a fixture for the Edge Pro out of old door jamb hardware and metal shelf brackets. I even tried using a sharpie to mark the edges so I know where I'm sharpening but I'm either changing the angles while I'm sharpening or doing something else. To the best of my knowledge the patents ran out on that one. JavaScript is disabled. In other words, I should've just gotten the Pro Pack 2, but really, the Pro Pack 1 is more than enough, I just had some extra Christmas money to spend. A forum community dedicated to all 1911 firearm owners and enthusiasts. Likely not an actual issue, but I wasn't super interested in KME to begin. But you must also consider that Amos and I are at two extremes of our careers. You can do so with the KME, but it means a little inventiveness or going with the Chosera stones which are currently out of stock as Ken Schwartz catches back up. Hopefully this will answer some of your questions. It's like the draw-muscles needed when first learning to shoot a bow. I honestly believe that the KME is by far the best bang for the buck system on the market, and second only to the WE, and only by a slight margin. Or going with a full set of kangaroo strops and full set of CBN emulsions. Yeah, Ken signed up this afternoon, hope he stops by soon. Will we get some pics of your work? Way to go sfrigon! The final knife sharpener we've reviewed in this category is … Edge Pro Clone + good stones: I have not been able to bring myself to pull the trigger on one yet. I went from EP to KME and was concerned about the 4" stones vs 6". Regarding those of you using a KME vs the Edge Pro. In operation since 1998, BladeForums.com has led the industry since Day 1. Wicked Edge - this is now my go-to. But there will be a time that you find yourself up at 2am working on a blade you actually finished hours before. Yup. It took some practice but I'm pretty good at it now . My best friend of 16 years, Cheech, RIP. It's pretty easy to screw up on the tip , I should have practiced some beaters first but I don't really have any. Even Ken Schwartz mates his stones to various widths of mounts for the Edge Pro. http://forums.1911forum.com/showthread.php?t=449078, http://www.japanwoodworker.com/product/155798/7-Chef-Knife-Wa-Gyuto--Yoshikane.aspx, http://www.cheftalk.com/t/79711/how-do-i-sharpen-these, Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Edge pro or even a hapstone which is similar to edge pro. :scratch: Charlize :dope: Theron. I got my kme and man I'm having some fun here ! The first day is awkward and you hurt all over. Just because your mind keeps saying....sure it's looking great, but what if I tried this? Both are good machines. Do you have any problems/restrictions/wants on the smaller stones vs the ones for the EP? Good question. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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