This is one of the best KME how-to videos and explanations of the various hones, stones, and strops. A big thumbs up!

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+tacticaltrev Thank you so much.

@greekmaster1001

3 жыл бұрын

Sure is

I don't comment much on videos but I wanted to tell you how great this is. You remind me so much of my dad and point out little things to help beginners like me, thank you for posting this even though a few years have passed!

Still the best KME videos on the internet IMO.

@KnifeKrazy.

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@tannermartin3103

Жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. thank you for all you do helping others learn and improve in this money pit of a hobby we all found 😂. After getting my first KME this past week your videos made sure I didn’t ruin my knives.

This video has helped me tremendously, I’ve watched it several times now. I bought the KME and a few extras and man does this thing get an edge, I’m super pleased with it and this video has helped me learn to use the sharpener. Thank you for the great instructions!!!

Just wanted to say thanks for all your videos! I have found yours to be the most helpful on this system and I’m super excited to get it and start sharpening!

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

Such an informative and helpful video. Thank you for putting it together.

This has to be the best video I've seen so far on how to sharpen a knife very detailed that I like had no idea there was so much to getting a great edge but that's what I'm looking for thanks for sharing

Couldn't agree more with about the quality of Ron at KME. Great instructional video. Thank you.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Sharpbevel Thank you

KnifeKrazy, thanks for the video. Ron and Ms. Bernice are awesome and as Ron told me on the phone, this ain't rocket science. I was making too much out of it. Your video fixed me up. This is a great product and you do a great job of showing "newbies" the proper technique. I purchased the Kit with 4 diamond stones and I also bought the base. After trying to re profile my old buck 119, I got frustrated, called Ron with my problem and bought the 100 grit, watched your video and am completely satisfied. Thanks for your help. Ron, if you see this, you have made an awesome product and are great to work with. People, don't worry about the price American made quality, great customer service, and people like KnifeKrazy to help as well.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Just got a KME! Will be using this as a reference video as I learn!! Thanks!!

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Big Red. Thanks for watching. I have lots of KME videos. I probably have a video for every question you can think of. Lol

Can't argue with your results !! Thanks

I know these videos are several years old but I really like them! I've been using a KME for about 6 months and I love it! I learned alot from this channel,Shabazz,birdshot, before even buying the system.

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I’m glad I can help.

Thanks for these videos. You have sold me on the kme. Ordering today.

Quality instruction from you. Thanks for your insight and for sharing your experience.

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

I noticed on some knives (particularly 940 Osborne) the blade would move as I tightened it down and then definitely more when I started sharpening so I put painters tape on the blade where the clamp goes and it seems to have solved the problem

Wow. thank you so much for showing us how to get 110% usage of our product.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Cesar Coreas No problem. Thank you for watching and subscribing.

Thanks bro, been looking for all I can learn about the KME

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Donnie Vigil No problem. Thank you.

You encouraged me to buy the kme!! Thanks man!

@KnifeKrazy.

6 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. I hope you enjoy it. Let me know how it goes.

Great tips thanks. I'm waiting for my new KME in the mail.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Congrats. Thanks for watching.

I have one of these KME knife sharpening system and it beats the others out there, thank you for sharing this video.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Freddie Slaughter Thanks

Starting to like this system. Very nice vid. Very helpfull. Thanks.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+KnifeCollector031 The Netherlands (Messenhobby) Thank you

Love your work.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Great video. Very helpful. Now I know some of my issues.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

I'm going to buy the KME Diamond system & I watch you & DeanO's videos more than anyone else's because I learn more from the two you than any other persons videos on the KME.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Joe Pagley Thank you for the kind words. I hope you enjoy the KME as much as I do.

@jp456011

8 жыл бұрын

+KnifeKrazy I'm sure I will.

awesome tips on using the KME! I was thinking about getting another sharpening system but think this one is much better.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Don MacArthur It's a very good system. And not bad on the wallet either. Thanks for watching.

Cheers Mate! That’s Awesome.

Great work!

Just purchased the deluxe kit along with the boxed set of all 6 lapping films tonight. Hopefully i wont be disappointed. Definitely not a cheap investment.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

It's going to be a learning curve. Don't expect to open it up and put a beautiful mirror edge on a blade. Remember this, crawl before you walk.

Great video, and very nice results! :-)

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Andris Kompelien Thanks

Great video . Confirm I should get a Burr on each stone . Ty for your time

Nice job kme for me thanks !!

Heck man, that's plenty sharp enough for me. I'll be getting a KME here in the next few months, and I'll just be getting what you used in this video because I don't need no high mirror polish on my knives lol, I just want them to be sharp. Thanks for the video.

Very helpful, im like you im OCD about having that very refined mirror polish thank you.

@KnifeKrazy.

9 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

I tell ya what, it was well worth watching this video, just to see that knife so silently, effortlessly & smoothly cut that deep S-curve in that phone book paper. THAT is impressive.......and makes me wonder why in the world anyone would even consider a different system vs this KME Sharpening System. I have been totally convinced for well over a year now, that THIS SYSTEM is head & shoulders above ANY other system on the market today. No cheap plastic frame.......all steel & solid cherry wood......and ZERO margin of deviation from your precise set honing angle, thanks to that killer spherical bearing that the rod passes through. This system is so precise, you can even use it without its base. TRY THAT with any other system & still keep your precise working angle! I would still buy & use the base of course. All the other systems on the market still have the chance of deviation & movement. Of course some common sense is still needed, like using that angle finder device when switching to different stone thicknesses while still sharpening the same knife, but that's par for the course. Whenever I get around to buying a sharpening system, it WILL be this KME system. It's well worth every dollar spent. I enjoyed your video, and just subbed your channel too. Thank you!!!

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Howabouthetruth Thank you for all the kind words.

I use the dollar store pink rubber erasers to wipe my stones clean to save them. When I'm done. It works for me...

Lol, thought it thru some more.. Nevermind... Great Video.. Thanks

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+randal norris Thanks

I just got the kit and am looking to grab a translucent Arkansas stone, but there is the regular and the super fine. Is it the super fine I am after?

I enjoy my kme kit as well. My current issue is deciding what angle best suits a given blade. I just sharpened a Rat1 at 17 degrees and now I'm wondering if that is too shallow. It slices well but now I'm uncertain if it's too weak.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Molokairider A good rule of thumb is, stay at or around 20 degrees. I think this will give you your best EDC edge. Thanks for the comment

Tired of knife sharpeners and my inability to do it properly but this device may fix my problem with dull knives!

It is obvious you have mastered this unit but your hand sure does get close to the blade..... 18 percent, 18 percent....😜.... good video, Thx

I realize this video is years old, but thank you. Just bought a KME and this was super helpful. When you get to the tip, to you try to keep the stone flat, or roll it with the tip?

@KnifeKrazy.

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have a tip for tips video under my KME videos. Watch it. It will help.

Should you not do the Arkansas stone before the 1500? According to Dana website the translucent stone is 1200.

Thanks so much for the video. I am getting more comfortable with my KME now because of your videos. I have the basic set plus the 4 micron emulsion strop. I would like the edge to have a little more of a mirror finish. What would you recommend next? Another strop emulsion, lapping stone, Arkansas stone? Thanks!

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I would start getting the lapping films.

@johnnygimms4523

3 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. Will do and thanks again!

any tips on clamping a para3? my usual tricks don’t work very well, what with my painters tape and what not. beautiful work on that edge there chief!

@KnifeKrazy.

Жыл бұрын

I have a video on this. Thanks for watching.

speaking of the pm2, how does the clamp work on a flat ground blade? As there's no flat part of the blade to clamp on to.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

The clamp has rubber inside. It forms around it. Just put the blade in the clamp as even as possible.

knife crazy. Would the main holder for your hand work better if unscrewed and flipped around for when using on base. it's fine if holding in hand. think about it. but the finger cutouts are wrong while working the stones back and forth while holding main wood holder.

@bamafaninky861

3 жыл бұрын

I wondered the same thing.

Hey man great video. Subscribed. I am a complete novice to sharpening. Do you think this would be what I need to start sharpening? Or should I start on something else. I am planning on purchasing the base model that currently includes a strop. I also was planning on adding 4 micron cbn. Do you think I should add anything else to start or would this be a good starter set up? Thanks

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Anderdale2 Thank you. I think this would be a great starter kit. If you see yourself reprofiling edges you might want to get the 100 grit and maybe the 50 grit. If you are just sharpening at the same edge that the blade came with then you should be fine. The starter kit will get you a razor sharp knife. If you are looking at getting a mirror edge you will need to add other items. But you can do this as you go. Get good at sharpening the knife first, before you move on to mirror edges. That's a whole different ball game. Remember the word "BURR" you must get a burr on each side before you flip the blade. This is sharpening 101. No matter what why you are sharpening.

Hi, it looks like you are working those diamond stone dry. I just got my kit yesterday, and was wondering if I should add a drop of water to the stones (bottle came with my gold diamond kit). Great video!

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+KngFhearts You do not have to use water or oil on your diamond stones. I find it better if you don't. Thanks

Matt, thanks for the amazing vid! Question about the Arkansas translucent stone... which one is that you use specifically?? I'd like to buy it as I only have the basic kit. I looked on the KME store and amazon and saw that was around $80. Does that sound right? Big thx ahead of time!

@KnifeKrazy.

6 жыл бұрын

The Dan’s Hard Arkansas Translucant is around $20. It’s on the KME website. Thanks for watching.

@PeteWojMusic

6 жыл бұрын

Thx so much for your reply! Im assuming the strop and 4 micron emulsion oil is on there too?

Not sure about yours but mine leans about 2-3 degrees just sitting on it's post. if you are setting zero on the base your angles might be off by a few degrees. not sure how to set a true zero but i been zeroing out on the underside of the blade and measuring the top side and dividing in half. Also if you are grinding until the burr on one side first you actually ground it twice as far as it needed to go. Recommend switching sides every few passes to find the edge evenly between both sides together. And one more thing is it helps to use some soapy water spray with the diamond hones.

So you didn't use any water when using the Diamond Stones? The directions that come with the KME Sharpener say to use a couple dabs of water.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

You don't have to use water or oil on diamond stones.

Great video ! , I notice you dont use any water/lube with your diamond stones ? I was under the impression its beneficial to use some water ? anyway great video , keep it up

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

I tried the water and honing oil on the diamond stones. I did not like it. The metal and diamond particles seamed to get caught on the blade and scratch it. I don't like to have to wipe it ever few strokes. I tried them dry and it seemed to work better for me. Thanks

Thanks for being so though.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Reino B You're welcome.

can i use oil on diamond stones or do i have to use water only THANK YOU MUCH

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

You can use either one or you can use them dry.

Great video!! How much pressure are you exerting on the diamond stones?

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+EnduringEagle On the 50 and 100 grits, I put a little more pressure than normal. Because i'm re-profiling the blade. The other grits I don't do much pressure at all.

@EnduringEagle

8 жыл бұрын

KnifeKrazy Thanks! Does reprofiling an s30v blade take a lot longer?

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+EnduringEagle The Beast (50 grit)makes short work of any blade. It's a must have Diamond stone. I haven't noticed it taking any longer to sharpen S30V or any other type. If you were trying to reprofile with the 100 or 140, it will indeed take longer.

Are you pressing hard on the blade with the stone? Thanks for the vid

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Not hard. Just a little pressure. Thanks

SO im messing with my paramilitary 2 and trying to figure this out. I got the angle set of the one and it wiped the sharpie off good, flipped the blade and it doesn't get all the sharpie off. Not sure why im not getting the same angle. I only used lite strokes with the pink Arkansas stone right now, dont want to go at it with a heavier one until I figure this angle issue out.

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

Check out the new video i just posted.

@sawtoothscream1521

5 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. will do thanks

I have an Apex Edge Pro and really like it, is the KME a better system? I also use my iPhone for my angles OCD also lol..

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

If you have an Apex Edge Pro. And you like it. Then you don’t need a KME. But yes, I think it is a better system. I like clamp systems. No movement errors.

@willtrax71

3 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. ok and yes Old eyes I need a fixed angle guide..

Hi, I recently got the KME and am very happy with it. I am however having issues with the angle reading. I am using the Gold series diamond stones and also the thicker surgical black. I have the igaging angle cube, and find that regardless of the blade size (spyderco, mora, victorinox) the angle cube reads 2.5 degrees less than the KME angle reading. The angle cube gives dead on readings on other known surfaces or angles. I also checked the angle with the app on my phone and it is roughly the same, 2-3 off. Is it possible that something is wrong with the KME? Any ideas? Have you experienced this?

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+sojourner pasajero The readings on the KME is just for reference only. It's just to get you close.

How do you avoid the light scratches/grind lines on the finished edge? I have the feeling that I do the 50 or 100 grit to hard or don't remove these micro scratches properly... How is it done correctly?

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

Just make sure you don’t skip any grits. When you switch stones make sure you work it enough to remove the scratch pattern from the last stone. Even after doing all this correctly you will still have some light scratches. Grit will leave scratches.

Where did you get the leather strop to fit the KME? I can't find one on Amazon.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+PizzaPimp812 Buy direct from KME.

Can you provide more links to the stone storage pouches, the black knob etc?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

The stone pouches are from KME. The Knob on the stone holder is from McMaster-Carr. The size is 1/4x20 thread

Hey Matt - what are the exact dimensions (width and length) of that little steel bar you glued on the top of your carrier?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

4" L X 7/16" W

@lucacadianalbert

7 жыл бұрын

thank you!

I subbed you about two weeks ago. Your channel is awesome. I'm loving your videos. Could you post a link to where you purchased the aftermarket wooden knob for your system? I've checked their website and it's daunting to find anything on there. Thank you for your time sir

@76Stankfinger

7 жыл бұрын

Never mind. I found your link on a comment below. Thanks you sir.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thanks for the video! Could you post a link to a source for that larger aftermarket knob you mentioned?

@KnifeKrazy.

6 жыл бұрын

McMaster-Carr Oval Knob 1/4x20

Do you think the water stones are necessary? Have the full diamond and ceramic set coming with the strop, and 3, 1,. 0.5 and 0.1 tapes coming think I'll be able to get a mirror with this? If so why the need for the super expensive water stones?

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

What you have coming in, will do just fine. You don’t need water stones. I always do Diamonds>full set of lapping films>0.1 strop. I’m happy with the results.

@halfbaked3373

4 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. brilliant and thanks for quick reply will deffinetly be using your videos to get myself used to the kme

I have a question sir. I go through the progression of 140-300-600-1500, but when I get to the 1500 grit stone it seems to crumble the edge. Through the rest of the stones it gets sharp, but when I finish off with the 1500 it seems like little chips in the blade. I would appreciate any help. I’m using light pressure as well

@fullfire0

5 жыл бұрын

Could be you're making the edge too thin. What types of steel are you sharpening?

@49giants3

5 жыл бұрын

fullfire0 cts xhp, S35vn, zdp189. The 1500 grit stone was flawed. Kme sent me a new one, now my knives are sharp again. Kme has great customer support

How often you need to add the liquid micron on the lapping tapes?

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

You don’t use CBN on Lapping Films. You use CBN on Leather Strops. Once you get it loaded good when the strop is new. You don’t have to add it very often.

@greekmaster1001

2 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. so don't use anything on lapping films?

I have a delica 4 and according to my sharpmaker one side is 20 degrees but the other is a bit steeper, only sharpens at the edge using the sharpie test, maybe 18 or 19 degrees. If I want both sides right at twenty would this be considered reprofiling? And would I need a coarser diamond stone than the xc-140 which comes in the basic kit?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming you're talking about the VG 10 version Delica. Yes that would be reprofile/profiling. If you have the VG 10 the 140 can do it but, it will take longer than it would if you used the 100 or 50 grit.

@dp2826

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, this one is VG 10. I guess I will pick up the 50 and 100 along with the kit, as I'm sure I will need them soon enough. Love your videos, keep it up! Thank You!

@nathanhuxtable5758

6 жыл бұрын

dp2826 In a pinch, you can use double sided tape to stick a strip of 100 grit wetdry paper to the flat face of one of the 140 stones. Lube with a little soapy water. Clean the adhesive off with soap/hot water and a soft bristled toothbrush. They do make sticky backed sandpaper

How thick of blade will the jaws accept?will a odd shape blade like a hollow grind fit? Thanks

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

I think it will take 1/4 blade stock. I’m not 100% sure. Check with KME.

@georgeronnieburnettburnett4684

4 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. Thanks for all your answers

#knifecrazy is the Arkansas translucent needed or can I go from 140 to 300 to 600 to 1500 to 4 micron strop?

@KnifeKrazy.

2 жыл бұрын

Ark Trans is not needed. It’s just an extra tool in the sharping Arsenal.

I noticed you are often taking angle measurements w/ degree cube. You are taking angle degree left to right (east/west). Just wondering if you should also take north/south measurement , since tool is on swivel. Just wondering if this additional extreme accuracy is necessary? Meaning taking more angles than you advised.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+randal norris As long as you make sure you take the measurement in the same direction everytime you're fine. Consistency.

@randalnorris8068

8 жыл бұрын

Yes Sir , but you also need to leave the blade in same position as measurement taken. By being on swivel , you would not want to deviate side to side. Correct?

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Are all of the stroping plates from KME. If so do you have to get them from KME or can they be purchased from Amazon or eBay.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

KME has distributors also. You don't have to buy direct.

Awesome tips, looks like your right hand felt some cold Steel :(

Do you do a burr removel on every stone?

@KnifeKrazy.

Ай бұрын

Pretty much. Realistically, you’re not removing it while you’re still sharpening you’re just moving it to the other side of the bevel. It’s just getting smaller as you go through the higher grits.

I have the basic kit and would now like to order more stones. I'll need the lower grit stones for (re)-profiling, but to go above ... could you recommend a grit progression to go to a mirror polish? After the 1500 diamond, I could get the whole set of Choseras, which top out at 10,000. I'm familiar with waterstones from freehand sharpening, and I like that system. Say I go that route. Then after the 10,000, what would you recommend?

@KnifeKrazy.

6 жыл бұрын

I would just get the Lapping Film set. After the 1500 diamond work your way through the lapping films.

@greggoode3450

6 жыл бұрын

KnifeKrazyThanks - will check the KME site tmrw...

What angle cube do you use?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

igaging Angle Cube

In one of your videos you said not to use the 50 grit without using the 100 grit.Could you do decent reprofiling with just the 100 grit and skip the beast?Buying one of these keeps getting mpre expensive.lol.

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. If you have the 100 grit. Then that will be fine in most cases. It just might take a little longer.

I have the kit from when it was first offered and have the limited stones. I can't for the life of me stop the stones from putting hairline scratches on the blade without taping the entire blade and then using the stone to eat the tape away at the edge. Have you had any issues with this?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

I did when i first started. Not anymore. I made a video about scratches.

@footdickbubblehair

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, makes sense. Also, this may be a dumb question(s), but when you're using the angle cube, how do you know that you're on the knife's exact edge just by placing the stone on the blade? Are you that experienced that you can just tell? Seems like I'd have to constantly adjust the KME and use something like a marker to make sure I'm hitting the whole edge before using the angle cube to determine what the edge is currently set to. And lastly, my angle cube reading changes based on where I attach it to the arm. How do I know which reading to use, or do you just make sure you put it in the same exact spot each time? I love the idea of this setup and I have gotten edges shaving sharp pretty easily, my biggest issues are knowing what angles I need to use and how to ensure I use them.

@footdickbubblehair

7 жыл бұрын

Example: Here is my Skyline after I ran through all my stones and I'm now on the original thicker white one. I adjusted it to be as close as I could to the angle I've been sharpening at (about 15 degrees) and after I put a mark on the blade, I see that it's not getting to the very edge. Due to the flexing of the KME it's not possible to get the angle down to the hundredth of a degree every time, so is that the difference and I just have to keep powering through? imgur.com/ZI40OxO

How much pressure do you use with the 50?

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to describe pressure. But I would say light to medium. Probably more medium.

I also just recently got a KME system. I notice 2 things in your video that differ from what KME says to do: 1) you do not seem to use any water with the diamond stones. Their booklet says to use a drop or 2. Probably not a big deal, just noticed it though. 2) you do not seem to ever do an "into the edge" sharpening step with any of the stones. KME shows doing a few swipes into the edge, and then many 1 on each side "into the edge" passes. Is there any reason you do not do that? PS. Happy New Year! Love your videos. Learning a lot and becoming addicted to sharpening now that I have a system that really works for an amateur!

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Sam Schorr You don't have to do either of those. The more you start to use the system you will find what works for you. As long as you are doing the must do things you will be fine. Just keep using it and it will start to become so easy you won't have to think about it anymore. Thank you for the kind words.

@samschorr4735

8 жыл бұрын

+KnifeKrazy Thank you for such a speedy response! And I thought I would be bored when I retired... :-)

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Sam Schorr Now the problem will be have enough knives around to sharpen. Lol

@Mex_the_Fox

5 жыл бұрын

KnifeKrazy now the real problem will be that your family, friends and workmates will come to you wanting you to sharpen their knives (for free of course 😅) - so you get that smooth and sexy shiny edge on their (mostly crap) knives - just for them to be back after one week telling you that it's already dull (because they abused it)... I'm crying right now 😅

Fucking Ron the owner of KME is a genius, amazing sharpener!!

Could you please give me a link for the knob you added, and the size needed??

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Thumper1119 www.mcmaster.com/#oval-knobs/=12bk7p4

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Thumper1119 1/4" x 20 threads

@Thumper1119

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir

for some reason i don't get a symmetrical bevel on my pm2 using the kme... really not sure what's going on there.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+cryptomnesiac What is your lowest grit diamond stone?

@cryptomnesiac

8 жыл бұрын

+KnifeKrazy my kit just came with the 4 original stones.

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+cryptomnesiac Ok. Is the PM2's edge in good shape? If so, you should be able to get a great edge with those stones. Start with the 140 grit and don't stop using the 140 until you have the edge the way it needs to be. Work the one side until you have a burr on the entire edge. Then switch to the other side and repeat. Then work the bevels until they are symmetrical on both sides or until you are happy with it. Then you can change stones and work your way up in the grits. Make sure you are working both sides equal amount of strokes and finding your burr in every grit. Then strop.

@cryptomnesiac

8 жыл бұрын

KnifeKrazy yeah, i reprofiled it from the factory edge down to 18 degrees but one side seems to have a much larger bevel. i guess i should get one of those angle finder cubes and see just what the heck is changing if anything.

@Mrsingingdude1

8 жыл бұрын

+cryptomnesiac it's probably just a never that was ground on one side more than the other from the factory. Just keep going at the thicker angle and it should even out

Do you use the dmt diamond or gold?

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

Gold

Have you sharpened a 940 on the kme? If so, where did you clamp it?

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

No I haven’t.

@sawtoothscream1521

4 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. ok Have a question though. Say I put the sharpie on the edge and have to set my kme to 20 on one side to wipe off the sharpie and when I flip it I have to go to 25 before it removes the sharpie fully on that side. When I sharpen do I keep the angle set for 20 and just work on the 25 side until a bit forms ? Or work on that side until the bevel looks the same and then start moving to the finer grits?

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

sawtoothscream 1 If you start at 20degree, you need to stay on 20degree. Do not change the angle when you flip it. Lots of factory angles are not right. Also make sure the blade is even in the clamp. Blades that don’t have a flat spot on the blade where the clamp goes. Can cause this issue.

how much do you charge to Sharpen 4 pocket knifes

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

email me ugadawgs1975@gmail.com

I like his attitude!!!! KISS Keep It Simple Stupid!!

Are you supposed to lube the kangaroo strop before you use it? Can you use it dry?

@KnifeKrazy.

4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t call it lube. It needs to have CBN Diamond emulsion or a polishing paste. I guess theoretically you could use it dry. But for best results and a shiny edge, you would need one of the top two items.

@MykeD913

4 жыл бұрын

@@KnifeKrazy. just ordered the 4 micron solution. Thanks man

Can you get a knife sharp with finishing with the 1500?

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

You can get a knife sharp with the 140 grit. If you know what you are doing.

@beals6631

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. For the informative video and the quick response. I guess it’s time to practice

@KnifeKrazy.

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

I was just about ready to pick up this system but i noticed it only goes down to 17 degrees. Does this mean I won't be able to retain my factory edge of 30 degrees inclusive on my Paramilitary 2's?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

I've never seen a factory bevel on a PM2 at 15 degrees. Most Spyderco's are around 20 degrees per side. Plus the 17 degrees on the KME is lower the farther the edge is away from the end of the jaw. The numbers in the KME is about the angle. You can also get lower by turning the ballpoint slide upside down. Be careful you will start to hit the jaw at that angle.

@mike7958

7 жыл бұрын

Ok. Well i guess the real question is, if i want a 15 degree bevel on the PM2, can i achieve it with the KME? Or am i going to be grinding down the jaw before i ever hit the edge of the blade.

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

You should have no problem doing 15 degrees on the KME.

@mike7958

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I really appreciate your help. Always super speedy to respond. Keep up the awesome videos.

If you were going to touch this knife up after completely reprofiling it with the 50 grit all the way up. What diamond would you start with or would you do any of the diamonds. Just the trans and the strop or just the strop?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

It depends how dull you get the knife before you touch it up. If it dull you can start with the 140 or 300. I wouldn't go all the back to the 50. If it's still sharp you could do the 1500, trans or just a strop might do it.

Bro. That's a gnarly scar! I thought it was a shadow. Did you punch a bear in its tooth? Looks painful :(

@KnifeKrazy.

8 жыл бұрын

+Stoney Beek No not a bear. It was a lion. Lol. It's not painful.

are you still sharpening knives if people send them to you, my rgriptilian with cpm 20cv steel needs sharpen the factory was okay but not as nice as yours please let me know how much if so please and the cost delivered to Florida

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Email me at: ugadawgs1975@gmail.com We can discuss what you want and how much. Thanks

@KnifeKrazy do you have his number? I tried calling the numbers on the website and they didn't work

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

Who’s number?

Excuse me sir, but do you think this system would work on a knife as large as a bk7? Thanks

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Yes it will work. A BK7 is only "7.

@49giants3

7 жыл бұрын

KnifeKrazy thanks for the reply. Just subbed!!

It is 18% of 90 degrees

what does the water stones do that the diamond stones will not ?

@KnifeKrazy.

7 жыл бұрын

Water stones refines the edge more. Makes it have a mirror edge. Bling.

Is edge snobs not an open group anymore i sent a request too join about 3 days ago an havent been excepted any ideas?

@KnifeKrazy.

5 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure. I don’t do Facebook anymore. Sorry.