I have multiple disabilities, (Including only one eye.) and I own the TSPROF KO-3, and I'm able to work it. I've only done a few blades so far, including my EDC "Delica," which I went all the way with finishing it with the 0.3 micron diamond lapping film. I'm even impressed every time I open it to use it! Amazing machine, pricey yes - but we all know we get what we pay for these days. Your a good man, Paul. Thanks for the great content...
Lapping film too that’s some dedication. I have a bunch of it in the shop but must admit in the last 5 years I’ve used it maybe 2 times. I don’t do much mirror finish work I actually try and avoid it. But I commend you sir for your patience and persistence. I am hopeful TSPROF will eventually send me a KO3 to review
@@ALXSHARPEN Afternoon, Paul... Thanks for your reply. Yes - I wanted mostly to see if I could actually achieve the "Mirror" edge so many enthusiasts seem to prize. I wouldn't necessarily keep doing it on my EDC, I think it's unnecessary...a bit of a ragged edge is good enough for me, and what I mostly use my Delica for. I hope TSPROF will indeed send you their KO-3, they'd be doing themselves a big service having you review it. I very nearly went with the Kadet Pro, but decided the KO-3 was more versatile. Also, I've been a big fan of, and a long-time subscriber to Capt. Matt @ The American Edge here on RUclips. Hope your thumb is healing nicely...
@@ALXSHARPEN I have business trickle in, but I really haven't advertised yet. I need to get a dropbox built first. Since I'm not real busy with the business, I primarily use the Kadet Pro as I really like the system.
Great video Paul! Nice to show the versatility of the Cadet. This is a very sturdy unit and does not move around like some of the others. I too have cut myself when navigating around it, so watch your hands placement. I also use kapton tape on the clamps to avoid potential scratching.
I have been meaning to look and see if anyone makes protective sleeves for them. Someone told me about a coating for tools they dipped theirs in.. it’s for putting rubber coating back on tools but I forgot the name that sounds like an interesting potential solution also
P.S. The "Atoma 140" grit stone seems to be the most popular re-profiling stone for the TSPROF and other sharpening systems, it's very frequently out-of-stock at most of the major sharpening suppliers...
If your viewers get sticker shock when looking at the Tsprof unit or are on a limited income there are some cheaper but still high quality options. For perspective, the Kadet kit and bits they sent you is more than a Tormek T8. The significantly cheaper option would be the Hapstone RS. It is smaller than the Kadet (only ~8" knives instead of up to 12" on the Kadet) but there is a small flat case available for it. The Hapstone R2 is the full size unit that can sharpen ~12"+ knives as well and it is still quite a bit cheaper than the Kadet. One pro is that you don't need to clamp it down to keep it from tipping, but you can't really take it take it down to easily transport. Another plus is that with both of the Hapstone units you just rotate them, you don't need to flip a lever to unlock them, rotate, then relock which can be difficult with disabilities. There are a bunch of clamp options available, a few flat table options, scissor attachment, chisel attachment, even a round leather knife or ulu knife attachment and they are all cheaper than the Tsprof equivalent. The S2 H4 on your bit: The S2 is the steel, and the H4 is "Hex 4mm" if you were curious.
Warm greetings from Slovakia!
Thanks for your humanity and sharing your knowledge and skills...
Godd luck!
I have multiple disabilities, (Including only one eye.) and I own the TSPROF KO-3, and I'm able to work it.
I've only done a few blades so far, including my EDC "Delica," which I went all the way with finishing it with the 0.3 micron diamond lapping film.
I'm even impressed every time I open it to use it!
Amazing machine, pricey yes - but we all know we get what we pay for these days.
Your a good man, Paul.
Thanks for the great content...
Lapping film too that’s some dedication. I have a bunch of it in the shop but must admit in the last 5 years I’ve used it maybe 2 times. I don’t do much mirror finish work I actually try and avoid it. But I commend you sir for your patience and persistence. I am hopeful TSPROF will eventually send me a KO3 to review
@@ALXSHARPEN
Afternoon, Paul...
Thanks for your reply.
Yes - I wanted mostly to see if I could actually achieve the "Mirror" edge so many enthusiasts seem to prize.
I wouldn't necessarily keep doing it on my EDC, I think it's unnecessary...a bit of a ragged edge is good enough for me, and what I mostly use my Delica for.
I hope TSPROF will indeed send you their KO-3, they'd be doing themselves a big service having you review it.
I very nearly went with the Kadet Pro, but decided the KO-3 was more versatile.
Also, I've been a big fan of, and a long-time subscriber to Capt. Matt @ The American Edge here on RUclips.
Hope your thumb is healing nicely...
I have MS and decided to start a sharpening business. The Kadet Pro is my favorite sharpener. Thanks for the review.
That's great how is your business doing and is the KP your primary sharpener?
@@ALXSHARPEN I have business trickle in, but I really haven't advertised yet. I need to get a dropbox built first. Since I'm not real busy with the business, I primarily use the Kadet Pro as I really like the system.
Great video Paul! Nice to show the versatility of the Cadet. This is a very sturdy unit and does not move around like some of the others. I too have cut myself when navigating around it, so watch your hands placement. I also use kapton tape on the clamps to avoid potential scratching.
I have been meaning to look and see if anyone makes protective sleeves for them. Someone told me about a coating for tools they dipped theirs in.. it’s for putting rubber coating back on tools but I forgot the name that sounds like an interesting potential solution also
Very well done, thanks for showing us how to use. Take care.
Thank you hopefully it helps
Great video! Very unique topic thank you for covering it! Did anyone ever tell you you kinda look and kind of sound like Steve Carell?
P.S.
The "Atoma 140" grit stone seems to be the most popular re-profiling stone for the TSPROF and other sharpening systems, it's very frequently out-of-stock at most of the major sharpening suppliers...
What about stability? Is the base large/heavy enough without clamping or holding?
Not bad but best if secured IMO the only one I have used that the base is heavy enough without securing it is the KO3 Pro Hunter It's a big heavy unit
@@ALXSHARPEN The Pioneer is available with the same base. Would that make it a better system?
@@benm2370 yes or make your own base it has holes so it would be easy to do and definitely cheaper
How much does the angle change when flipping? Kadet, and pioneer , thanks
zero
@@ALXSHARPEN wow, zero, impressive. What is longest knives one can achieve a reasonable edge?
@@lewjac3 11.5-"12" on this model of sharpener.
If your viewers get sticker shock when looking at the Tsprof unit or are on a limited income there are some cheaper but still high quality options. For perspective, the Kadet kit and bits they sent you is more than a Tormek T8. The significantly cheaper option would be the Hapstone RS. It is smaller than the Kadet (only ~8" knives instead of up to 12" on the Kadet) but there is a small flat case available for it. The Hapstone R2 is the full size unit that can sharpen ~12"+ knives as well and it is still quite a bit cheaper than the Kadet. One pro is that you don't need to clamp it down to keep it from tipping, but you can't really take it take it down to easily transport. Another plus is that with both of the Hapstone units you just rotate them, you don't need to flip a lever to unlock them, rotate, then relock which can be difficult with disabilities.
There are a bunch of clamp options available, a few flat table options, scissor attachment, chisel attachment, even a round leather knife or ulu knife attachment and they are all cheaper than the Tsprof equivalent.
The S2 H4 on your bit: The S2 is the steel, and the H4 is "Hex 4mm" if you were curious.
What do you think the bess test score was?
From the way it was cutting I would say around 175 definitely under 200