3.5 years later, I appreciate this video. I always wanted to get the KME system and this video reaffirms the thought that I don't need to buy every stone/attachment available off the bat.
I bought my kme deluxe and added the diamond set films after watching arm wresting videos and stumbling across KK. You made a believer out of a guy who wasn't even looking to sharpen a friggin knife hahahhahaha.
I've tried so many knife sharpeners and got poor results but I haven't tried the KME. Watching this video has given me a renewed desire to give this setup a try.
Appreciate you taking the time to show us Newbie’s the basics of knife sharping ,It’s so important to learn the correct way starting out before you move on to the next stone . Really enjoy all ur down to earth videos making us think as you said in one of ur videos ( Do I really need all these knifes ? ) saying is it just the hunt of the next knife that makes us happy? Please keep these videos coming as it brings joy to our souls to learn & discuss our love for knifes .Howie 🔪
Freaking excellent video. Thanks for taking the time to go ALL the way through the process. Everybody else fast forwards it, or cuts out footage. I really needed to see this. Thanks again.
I bought the basic KME system a couple of months ago mainly on the recommendations of everyone on the internet. However as soon as I got it I became overwhelmed by it. This video showed me that it's pretty simple and I should finally use it. Thanks!
In your 101 video, you clamped the knife fairly straight. In this one you use the imaginary heel-to-tip line. Would you recommend using the heel-to-tip line method for all blades with a belly? Can you suggest how you would go about clamping a CRK Umnumzaan and Sebenza with the drop point blades? Thanks!
Been looking for a while. This video just sold me on this system. Had a 5 stone lansky and it worked ok. This seems so much better. Will be ordering the deluxe kit tonight. Thanks
Thanks for the Gitr Done video. I won one of your knives on a give a way. Very sharp and nicely stone washed. Thanks for sharing your skills with all of us.
Really wonderful video. I purchased the deluxe kit after watching an earlier video of yours but it's nice to know that even with the basic kit I would have all that I need. Thanks so much for this public service you've provided. KME should be paying you for such an excellent instructional of their products.
Thanks for this simple video showing the basic kit. I've been drowning in information about all the technical ways of using the KME with the seemingly endless accessories you can get for it. I'm sure once I buy one I'll be interested in all the techniques and extra toys to take things to the extreme, but as a beginner this has helped me make up my mind that the KME is the sharpening system I'd like actually purchase. Although I'm still trying to justify the $200 price tag since due to only owning about $200 worth of knives at this time. lol
Thanks for doing a video on just the basic kit, Nice to know I can use just that to get scary sharp blades. I don't care for Mirror polish, I just want even consistent edges
Nick amen. I've sharpened knives to a mirror finish, it looks great. But it doesn't seem to last longer than the edge from the KME basic. Certainly not a big enough difference to warrant the extra work or money. At least for me.
Another nice demo! I just got my KME sharpener, and this vid helps alot with starting out! Hoping you can answer one question: How much pressure are you putting on the stones while using the kit, heavy pressure, or just basically just using the weight of the stone with a quick up and down motion? Keep up the good work!
I would same medium to lite pressure. Medium or more with the low grit stones. If you need yo remove lots of metal. High grit stones lite pressure. I’ve always used more pressure than just the stone weight. Thanks for watching.
I just want to say that your videos are great... I saw a couple of your videos about tips/do's and donts when sharpening and they helped me to finally get a razor sharp knife even on a crappy lansky system...I am just trying to get used to sharpening before jumping onto the KME...Thank you for making these videos.
Like many other folks, I really wish I just got one of these instead of messing around with the lansky. The Lansky system is fine for what it is, but it really has a lot of shortcomings when compared to the KME. Then you have the Wicked edge, which imo is waaaaaay overpriced when you compare it to the KME. Sure it does both sides at once, but how much wasted material is coming off because you're not feeling for a bevel?
Hey Matt, could you possible do a video on how to correct uneven bevels/off center edge on each side of a knife using the KME? would be greatly appreciated!!!
Hey, you mentioned that on a very dull knife you dont really want to wait for that burr, but I remember you said in a previous video that even if you fond that burr on the other side, you should keep on going until both sides have equal looking bevels...what do you think about this
I watched your 101 video and you put the blades in so that the flat portion of the edge was parallel with the edges of the jaws, but I see you have this one angled in this video. Any reason in particular?
Hurts my soul whenever I see anyone active hurt the edge lol great video my friend! Might switch to this kit or wicked edge from my good ole Lansky kit
I've had my KME for a good while now, but watching this video has given me some great pointers to improve my sharpening experience. Just need to learn how to properly strop, still can't get that down for the life of me.
Lately been wanting to get knives as sharp as factory new and started to watch videos . Got a few Case folding knives as well as a Crescent and Dewalt ones . Just got a higher end Buck fixed blade one with S35 VN steel . knives are just very handy to have . I've used an old sharpening stone to the ones that you hold with one hand then run blade thru those narrow V slits to hone / sharpen them . The stones might get them sharper than the other way though not quite factory new . Might get a diamond one to a Lansky stone
I am getting a KME system for my 40th birthday next week so I am watching your video's to help me get started. I have used a Lansky for a couple of years but it is time to step up. Just a few short questions. I see people using the diamond hones wet and dry. Is the one method better than the other for results and/or the longevity of the stones? The second question is whether or not to use water or oil on the lapping films. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks for watching. Don’t use water or oil on the diamonds stones. The diamond particles will build up in the slurry on the blade and scratch it. Use honing oil with the lapping films.
Great video. Thank you for sharing it. I have a problem with the KME. I am getting micro abrasions or scratches on the blade behind the edge when I use it. I never used to get this when I used a Lansky. I am afraid to use it on a quality knife so I have been limiting it to SAK's, but the issue seems to repeat. I can't figure it out. What am I doing wrong?
I plan to get a KME system. My goal is to put a ripping sharp edge but a "mirror finish show edge" isn't necessary. Some of my knives belonged to my dad and grandfather, old but very nice hunting and folding pocket knives with nice steel. Many of the knives are very dull and some even rusted do to water damage. My other knives are very high quality kitchen knives German steel used daily. My question, given my needs which kit a long with accessories ( if needed) would you recommend with out going over board? Thanks Great Vids!
@@KnifeKrazy. Thanks, just ordered one. The stock knob gets uncomfortable pretty quickly. And thanks for the instructional videos, they’re very helpful. I’ve learned a lot from watching them.
I was going to ask these questions over in the Edge Snobs Facebook group but it looks like either I got booted for whatever reason or the group no longer exists. So far I've only been sharpening at the factory angle (removing sharpie) and never really paid attention to what the actual angle I was sharpening at. I don't know why this information is so hard to find but are the markings on the KME dps or inclusive? Also just to verify, the angle indicator on the part that moves is the top edge of the bracket and not the center of the ball, correct?
Generally if the knife just needs a touch up, a strop should do it. You might can start with say the 300 in some cases, but if it’s dull enough to sharpen it. Start low enough to get your apex quick. And work your way through the stones. You don’t want to over work your high grit stones.
For the money, the KME is great. It's the only sharpener I can get my knives very sharp with. That's my fault and I don't know why, but the KME with a bit of practice even with just using the basic kit as shown here, I can now have my knives pass my sharpness tests. I big part of passing the complete tests is that the very tip must have a point that slices with ease. Just about all my knives failed that test even when new. it actually takes focus and a method to get the tips great.
Hello. I have had the KME system for about 3 years or so. I really like it. However, I have some play between the base and the sharpener itself. Meaning the cylinder that is screwed onto the base does not match up exactly with the actual sharpener. In this video, it appears you have something different. Does it reduce the wiggle between the sharpener and the base and, if so, what is it? This can mess up my angle measurement between the base and the sharpener, when I zero out the angle cube. By the way, I played this video numerous times to learn with, when I first got it. Thanks for that very much.
This is the same post at comes with the base. I understand your complaint with this. This is one of the problems with the KME. This should be improved on future models. But I’m not sure if KME will. Thanks for watching.
My guess is he made the base. Looks like he’s got his logo on there. It would be cool to maybe go over that real quick. And then tell us how he got that major scar across the top of his right hand? Yikes! Great no nonsense video. 👍🏻👍🏻
I'm looking into getting a guided system to sharpen my knives and this KME looks really promising but I have a question that I hope you can answer. I mostly collect traditional style knives which can sometimes have very small blades. How does this sharpening system work with blades that can be as small as 1 1/2 inches long and 1/3 inches from spine to edge? Does the clamp work well on blades as small as these?
To put a good quick and dirty edge on very dull but not really damaged high-quality kitchen knives which stones would you use and what basic technique? Also only for demo proposes would it be possible to do a video on sharpening an actual butter knife?
Start with the 140 grit if you only have the basic kit. Use the same technique you would use for any other knife. Find the Apex flip back-and-forth go through the stones
I did exactly what you mentioned at the 04:30 mark on the last knife I sharpened and now one of my bevels is a tad bigger than the other. Does this effect functionality, strength or edge holding? Or is it, hopefully, just not eye pleasing? Thank you for any response.
It will work fine. Some people don’t like the bevels uneven. Just sharpen the smaller bevel side more and it will make the larger side smaller. Keep watching until it’s corrected. Thanks for watching.
Say for example my knife is not butter knife dull,I mean it's sharp,but not sharp sharp,will I still need to use all for diamond,or can touch with 600 to 1500? Still new to sharpening.
Love this video. I'm an E.P. guy. I'm seriously considering getting a KME. Just for the clamping system on it. And how do I get a knife crazy sticker? Keep up the wonderful content
I don't believe you could sharpen my ule or larger than kitchen knives. But for most knives it works fine. Thanks for showing. Agree about first stone to being burr
I appreciate these vids. You might have said this before but how much pressure are you applying when you're doing your back and forth motion trying to get the bur?
Do you always use your stones dry? I’ve been wetting mine with a few drops of water but not sure it’s necessary. Btw I’ve learned a ton from your videos and get great edges with my kme - so many thanks!
In an effort to save money I first got a spyderco sharpmaker. It's decent but can be inconsistent at times. Then I bought a Lansky deluxe kit and the base and that thing is a royal pain in the butt. Just getting the knife placed correctly in the clamp is a difficult process. It's flimsy, the stones get filthy quickly and cleaining them with the oil is a big mess. To me the Lansky was $50 wasted money. It didn't produce any significant better results than the sharpmaker. After seeing this video and many others that are very happy with the KME, I'm going to get the basic system and base. I can always add on accessories as I want. I'd advise anyone thinking of saving money and buying the Lansky to save that money and put it towards a higher quality unit like the KME. I don't regret getting the sharpmaker when I did, I only had a few knives at that point. Now I have over 50 knives worth somewhere in the $2k-$3k range and they deserve a good quality sharpening system. I really can't over what a pos that Lansky kit is. Thanks for this video helping me to confirm my decision to get the basic KME system.
@@BellyUpFishGarage I did. So much better than that Lansky. I first got the basic kit with the stand. Then I got the 50 and 100 grit stones if I want to reprofile the angle. Also added the 3 and 6 micron lapping films. I finish with the knivesplus preloaded strop. End up with a mirror polish. I'll still use the sharpmaker for quick touch ups. But when I really want a seriously sharp edge and have some time, I'll use the kme. Helps to have some good music playing and a nice, cold beer!
When I flip my kme over to the other side of the knife theres a wider space where the clamps meet at the 2 detent balls so one side of the knife has a smaller bevel then the other. Can't figure out why . Just got the KME today..
Hey man, thanks for the video. I know this video is like 5 years old but I was hoping you could answer a few questions. I just ordered the KME System with the stand, the XX course(100 grit) stone, a few kangaroo strops with different micron pastes. I’ve been told my someone who has been sharpening with this system for a while to not use any pressure when sharpening, that just the weight of the stones is all you need. I saw in the comment thread that you said you use medium to lite pressure. I’m guessing there are different techniques to sharpening and maybe one answer isn’t necessarily right but what do you think about this?
Hey man don’t know if you going to answer butt hope you do, I basically do everything you just did but why the up strokes ?? Does it really affect if I don’t do them ?
Just curious if you like the KME better than the gritomatic? Most of your videos you use the KME but you raved about the gitomatic. I am looking to purchase one.
I've recently contacted "Mrs. KME," as my stone carrier became unglued, and I was supposed to receive the #140 grit stone, too. Only got the 300, 600, and the fine 1500... Really need the 140, though. And, am not sure if I should attempt to re-glue the stone carrier together, or what would be an appropriate adhesive? Still haven't heard anything back...a tad disappointed as I'm quite handicapped and is way difficult advocating for myself, trying to navigate here on my little 'phone. But, I'm surely impressed w/ the KME, it's one of the few things I'm still able to do, and actually helps give me reason to get out of bed for another day. Been trying to work - up the "Angle" on my EDC S&W folder, w/ the "Tanto" type blade...but then as I placed a corresponding stone into the carrier, the wood & milled aluminum portions became separated. Anxious to get moving forward to it...she'll be a beauty! Thanks again for your easy to follow episodes here. -D.S.
Any good epoxy will do. Just clamp it between to chunks of wood.Just don't use JB weld, as it rusts. Marine Tex is cheap, and works real good. Check amazon. Hell gorilla glue would probably work just as well. But that marine tex you'd never have to worry about it again.
I struggle with my Lansky with traditional old school slip joint pocket knives. I will get one side done but when I flip it over and start, the knife tilts downward because of the tapered clamp, the stones make it fall down. I have heard of people shimming their Lansky clamp and I even saw a video of a guy with a 700 dollar system and he had to shim his clamp. Could you please make a video using the KME to sharpen a smaller knife such as a Case Trapper or a old Barlow knife? Is the KME clamp superior to others? Thanks
If you're talking about the aluminum, hand-held, Lansky clamp, I found it's MUCH easier if you replace the thumbscrew nearest the knife with a phillips screw but leave it loose for now; then, put your knife in the jaws and adjust the REAR thumb screw until the jaws are parallel with the part of the knife you're clamping on. Once you get the jaws parallel with the face of the knife, tighten the phillips screw with the PROPER SIZE screwdriver (very important or you'll strip it) and really crank down on it. Don't overdo it, though, since the threads are aluminum after all. Doing this way, I was able to securely clamp my skinny Swiss army knife blade without any problems. The key is getting the jaws as close to parallel as possible to the knife face; it makes a huge difference.
I want one of these systems so badly, my lansky does not like my spyderco full flat grind so haven't even attempted to sharpen it. Eventually I may be able to afford it but thinking this is the one I want!
What blade steel did this have? How well do these stones wear or last? Do they get a belly to them? Thanks Great video PS this video is two years old is this still a great system
Technically yes. But, the first stone is the most important to establish a full Burr from both sides. After that, you don’t have to worry about the burr. It will make the burr on the higher grits automatically, just by sharpening back and forth.
I just saw a video where you went through your custom bases and talked about Louis Clark. Thanks a lot for the info. Good videos. Had my KME for about 1-2 weeks. It's awesome! Have a good one!
hey could you go over what to do (in terms of positioning the knife) when you have a long knife, a kitchen knife for example? would you re-position it and break the knife into separate sections and sharpen them one by one or what? That is what I do currently using a Lansky but in a few months I will probably get the KME along with The Beast, and Lapping Stones. I also have questions about that...I dont know if you need to use all of the lapping stones, or if using the 6 and 3 micron or something is good enough, because frankly, I do not want to spend $180 for them, it is out of my budget and I would rather spend $50 for two of them
It the blade is more than 10” doing it in section is a great idea. Less than 10” I would set it in the middle and good for it. You can buy what you can afford. But, keep in mind, you must go in order. If you are only getting one or two lapping films, start with the first one and work your way down. Don’t skip. Get the 9 and the 6.
KnifeKrazy hey thanks for replying and answering in a detailed manner. I will try to do it without sections, but because of the way rhe lansky works Im afraid I will run out of stone before the end of the knife so I wont be able to cover the whole knife in one swoop, maybe 4-5 inches tops
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This might be the best video on the Internet.
Thank you
3.5 years later, I appreciate this video. I always wanted to get the KME system and this video reaffirms the thought that I don't need to buy every stone/attachment available off the bat.
I bought my kme deluxe and added the diamond set films after watching arm wresting videos and stumbling across KK. You made a believer out of a guy who wasn't even looking to sharpen a friggin knife hahahhahaha.
I've tried so many knife sharpeners and got poor results but I haven't tried the KME. Watching this video has given me a renewed desire to give this setup a try.
Appreciate you taking the time to show us Newbie’s the basics of knife sharping ,It’s so important to learn the correct way starting out before you move on to the next stone . Really enjoy all ur down to earth videos making us think as you said in one of ur videos ( Do I really need all these knifes ? ) saying is it just the hunt of the next knife that makes us happy? Please keep these videos coming as it brings joy to our souls to learn & discuss our love for knifes .Howie 🔪
Great job 1st time I have seen someone truly dull a blade before sharpening
Thanks
Freaking excellent video. Thanks for taking the time to go ALL the way through the process. Everybody else fast forwards it, or cuts out footage. I really needed to see this. Thanks again.
Thank you for the short-and-sweet video. You have me teetering on the edge of buying one of those systems.
Mind’s made up. I’m getting this one. And the video is over a year old.
Very fine demonstration,,, very fine. 👍🏼
hands down the best videos on knife sharpening for these sytems.
Thank you
@@KnifeKrazy. no worries man. im about to order my kme are the diamonds stones suitable for chefs knifes?
Yes. I think the Diamond stones will be good for just about everything.
I bought the basic KME system a couple of months ago mainly on the recommendations of everyone on the internet. However as soon as I got it I became overwhelmed by it. This video showed me that it's pretty simple and I should finally use it. Thanks!
You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
In your 101 video, you clamped the knife fairly straight. In this one you use the imaginary heel-to-tip line. Would you recommend using the heel-to-tip line method for all blades with a belly? Can you suggest how you would go about clamping a CRK Umnumzaan and Sebenza with the drop point blades?
Thanks!
Been looking for a while. This video just sold me on this system. Had a 5 stone lansky and it worked ok. This seems so much better. Will be ordering the deluxe kit tonight. Thanks
Thanks for the Gitr Done video. I won one of your knives on a give a way. Very sharp and nicely stone washed. Thanks for sharing your skills with all of us.
by far the best video on knife sharpening I've seen yet. thanks for sharing the process from start to finish!
Tighten them jawls! 🤣 Thank you sir, great video.
Really wonderful video. I purchased the deluxe kit after watching an earlier video of yours but it's nice to know that even with the basic kit I would have all that I need. Thanks so much for this public service you've provided. KME should be paying you for such an excellent instructional of their products.
Thank you.
Thanks for this informative video! I am brand new to sharpening. I just received my KME kit and now I know the basics to get started!
You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for these videos. They are fantastic. I also enjoy your southern draw.
Thank you
Thanks for this simple video showing the basic kit. I've been drowning in information about all the technical ways of using the KME with the seemingly endless accessories you can get for it. I'm sure once I buy one I'll be interested in all the techniques and extra toys to take things to the extreme, but as a beginner this has helped me make up my mind that the KME is the sharpening system I'd like actually purchase. Although I'm still trying to justify the $200 price tag since due to only owning about $200 worth of knives at this time. lol
Thanks for doing a video on just the basic kit, Nice to know I can use just that to get scary sharp blades. I don't care for Mirror polish, I just want even consistent edges
Nick amen. I've sharpened knives to a mirror finish, it looks great. But it doesn't seem to last longer than the edge from the KME basic. Certainly not a big enough difference to warrant the extra work or money. At least for me.
Another nice demo! I just got my KME sharpener, and this vid helps alot with starting out! Hoping you can answer one question: How much pressure are you putting on the stones while using the kit, heavy pressure, or just basically just using the weight of the stone with a quick up and down motion? Keep up the good work!
I would same medium to lite pressure. Medium or more with the low grit stones. If you need yo remove lots of metal. High grit stones lite pressure. I’ve always used more pressure than just the stone weight. Thanks for watching.
I had a hard time watching you run the knife across your hands LOL
Good work!
lol.
I just want to say that your videos are great... I saw a couple of your videos about tips/do's and donts when sharpening and they helped me to finally get a razor sharp knife even on a crappy lansky system...I am just trying to get used to sharpening before jumping onto the KME...Thank you for making these videos.
Thank you for watching.
No nonsense to the point video, excellent demo from blunt to sharp, awesome. I’m going to get one. Thanks
Like many other folks, I really wish I just got one of these instead of messing around with the lansky. The Lansky system is fine for what it is, but it really has a lot of shortcomings when compared to the KME. Then you have the Wicked edge, which imo is waaaaaay overpriced when you compare it to the KME. Sure it does both sides at once, but how much wasted material is coming off because you're not feeling for a bevel?
Great video I'm subscribing to you thanks for showing this being still new to this part of knifes this helps a lot
Where did you get the black bulb handle for the rod that holds the stones?
Hey Matt, could you possible do a video on how to correct uneven bevels/off center edge on each side of a knife using the KME? would be greatly appreciated!!!
Hey, you mentioned that on a very dull knife you dont really want to wait for that burr, but I remember you said in a previous video that even if you fond that burr on the other side, you should keep on going until both sides have equal looking bevels...what do you think about this
Superb video, my friend! Thanks for posting this overview for KME beginners like me! ⚔️😎👍
Just ordered because of this video 👍
So you don’t keep count on how many times up and down across the blade? I was under the impression it needed to be the same amount for each side
I really appreciated this video! Thank you! What angle would you recommend for a Benchmade Steep Country plain edge knife?
I would stay 20-25 degree range.
Fucking great vid! No static, no noise.
I watched your 101 video and you put the blades in so that the flat portion of the edge was parallel with the edges of the jaws, but I see you have this one angled in this video. Any reason in particular?
Hurts my soul whenever I see anyone active hurt the edge lol great video my friend! Might switch to this kit or wicked edge from my good ole Lansky kit
Dude your awesome! Love the videos! I just ordered my KME basic kit. Cant wait to get my ZTs going!!
Great video, really good. Would you recommend this diamond kit over their more basic RPSH for VG10 steel?
I've had my KME for a good while now, but watching this video has given me some great pointers to improve my sharpening experience. Just need to learn how to properly strop, still can't get that down for the life of me.
Excellent presentation, Friend...
Straitforward...covered all of the elements necessary for a successful edge...
Appreciate...
Lately been wanting to get knives as sharp as factory new and started to watch videos . Got a few Case folding knives as well as a Crescent and Dewalt ones . Just got a higher end Buck fixed blade one with S35 VN steel . knives are just very handy to have . I've used an old sharpening stone to the ones that you hold with one hand then run blade thru those narrow V slits to hone / sharpen them . The stones might get them sharper than the other way though not quite factory new . Might get a diamond one to a Lansky stone
I am getting a KME system for my 40th birthday next week so I am watching your video's to help me get started. I have used a Lansky for a couple of years but it is time to step up. Just a few short questions. I see people using the diamond hones wet and dry. Is the one method better than the other for results and/or the longevity of the stones? The second question is whether or not to use water or oil on the lapping films.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks for watching. Don’t use water or oil on the diamonds stones. The diamond particles will build up in the slurry on the blade and scratch it. Use honing oil with the lapping films.
Thank you for your kme series of video they've help me a lot.
Extremely helpful man, thanks for an informative video 👍
Great video and straight to the point. Thank you very much.
Great video. Thank you for sharing it. I have a problem with the KME. I am getting micro abrasions or scratches on the blade behind the edge when I use it. I never used to get this when I used a Lansky. I am afraid to use it on a quality knife so I have been limiting it to SAK's, but the issue seems to repeat. I can't figure it out. What am I doing wrong?
I have a video on the scratches you are talking about. Go to my KME videos.
Could you find and set the angle by placing the stone on the edge and moving it until the shadow disappears then just tighten the the angle holder.
I plan to get a KME system. My goal is to put a ripping sharp edge but a "mirror finish show edge" isn't necessary. Some of my knives belonged to my dad and grandfather, old but very nice hunting and folding pocket knives with nice steel. Many of the knives are very dull and some even rusted do to water damage. My other knives are very high quality kitchen knives German steel used daily. My question, given my needs which kit a long with accessories ( if needed) would you recommend with out going over board?
Thanks
Great Vids!
The KME Deluxe kit is the way to go.
Great video and very instructive. And I need one of those stickers for my KME base!!! 😂
Thank you. That’s not a sticker. It was laser etched by one of my subscribers. It was gift.
@@KnifeKrazy. That's awesome!
Could you tell me where you got that aftermarket knob for your stone carrier? I need one of those. LOL
@@Mainrollman McMaster-Carr. 1/4”x20 knobs
@@KnifeKrazy. Thanks, just ordered one. The stock knob gets uncomfortable pretty quickly. And thanks for the instructional videos, they’re very helpful. I’ve learned a lot from watching them.
I see that you angle your clamp from heel to tip. Others recommend keeping it straight with the belly. How critical is that? Thank you.
it will just make the belly have slightly more of an angle and be a bit sharper is all
Thanks!
I was going to ask these questions over in the Edge Snobs Facebook group but it looks like either I got booted for whatever reason or the group no longer exists. So far I've only been sharpening at the factory angle (removing sharpie) and never really paid attention to what the actual angle I was sharpening at. I don't know why this information is so hard to find but are the markings on the KME dps or inclusive? Also just to verify, the angle indicator on the part that moves is the top edge of the bracket and not the center of the ball, correct?
I watch your videos all the time you do a great job.. Sorry I have to ask how did you get the scar on top of your hand?
Thanks. It’s a bad habit.
If you've got a Knife the has a Fairly good edge to start with. Let say a 7 out of 10. Do you still need to start with the coarse stone 140 grit?
Generally if the knife just needs a touch up, a strop should do it. You might can start with say the 300 in some cases, but if it’s dull enough to sharpen it. Start low enough to get your apex quick. And work your way through the stones. You don’t want to over work your high grit stones.
I just got a basic kit..... I have hopes to get the same results as you
There will be some learning curve, but you will get it.
For the money, the KME is great. It's the only sharpener I can get my knives very sharp with. That's my fault and I don't know why, but the KME with a bit of practice even with just using the basic kit as shown here, I can now have my knives pass my sharpness tests. I big part of passing the complete tests is that the very tip must have a point that slices with ease. Just about all my knives failed that test even when new. it actually takes focus and a method to get the tips great.
Hello. I have had the KME system for about 3 years or so. I really like it. However, I have some play between the base and the sharpener itself. Meaning the cylinder that is screwed onto the base does not match up exactly with the actual sharpener. In this video, it appears you have something different. Does it reduce the wiggle between the sharpener and the base and, if so, what is it? This can mess up my angle measurement between the base and the sharpener, when I zero out the angle cube. By the way, I played this video numerous times to learn with, when I first got it. Thanks for that very much.
This is the same post at comes with the base. I understand your complaint with this. This is one of the problems with the KME. This should be improved on future models. But I’m not sure if KME will. Thanks for watching.
@@KnifeKrazy. Ok, thanks for the quick reply KK, it is appreciated.
Where did you get the metal collar down by your base for your KME?
Can you do a single bevel sushi knife with the KME ? And how would you get the flatness on the back with this?
Just like you would any other chisel grind. I have a how to video on sharpening a chisel grind on the KME.
Didn't think the basic KME kit came with the base. Did you make yours?
This was custom made for me.
My guess is he made the base. Looks like he’s got his logo on there. It would be cool to maybe go over that real quick. And then tell us how he got that major scar across the top of his right hand? Yikes!
Great no nonsense video. 👍🏻👍🏻
I'm looking into getting a guided system to sharpen my knives and this KME looks really promising but I have a question that I hope you can answer. I mostly collect traditional style knives which can sometimes have very small blades. How does this sharpening system work with blades that can be as small as 1 1/2 inches long and 1/3 inches from spine to edge? Does the clamp work well on blades as small as these?
KME makes a Pen Knife Pro Jaws. Made for small blades.
@@KnifeKrazy. Good to know, thank you very much!
Can this system be used to renovate blunted (by family) Global steel knives?
I just purchased the wicked edge pro pack 2, after seeing this I really hope I didn’t make a mistake!!
Bryan 213 well seems to work amazing
Nope not new I mean it puts a mirror polish how can that be bad?
Bryan 213 you got a video and I bet that 250 does some ripping!!
To put a good quick and dirty edge on very dull but not really damaged high-quality kitchen knives which stones would you use and what basic technique?
Also only for demo proposes would it be possible to do a video on sharpening an actual butter knife?
Start with the 140 grit if you only have the basic kit. Use the same technique you would use for any other knife. Find the Apex flip back-and-forth go through the stones
I did exactly what you mentioned at the 04:30 mark on the last knife I sharpened and now one of my bevels is a tad bigger than the other. Does this effect functionality, strength or edge holding? Or is it, hopefully, just not eye pleasing? Thank you for any response.
It will work fine. Some people don’t like the bevels uneven. Just sharpen the smaller bevel side more and it will make the larger side smaller. Keep watching until it’s corrected. Thanks for watching.
@@KnifeKrazy. ok that’s great news. Thank you for the response.
You said that you shouldnt do the up/down motion for the belly, but what if the knife has a completely straight edge?
Say for example my knife is not butter knife dull,I mean it's sharp,but not sharp sharp,will I still need to use all for diamond,or can touch with 600 to 1500? Still new to sharpening.
I would use a strop for touching up. If it’s dull enough to sharpen it, then sharpen it.
Love this video. I'm an E.P. guy. I'm seriously considering getting a KME. Just for the clamping system on it. And how do I get a knife crazy sticker? Keep up the wonderful content
I don't believe you could sharpen my ule or larger than kitchen knives. But for most knives it works fine.
Thanks for showing. Agree about first stone to being burr
Can I use this system on a convex knife?
It's a fällkniven s1x thanks in advance!
Yes. KME makes a convex rod.
@@KnifeKrazy. thanks mate!
I appreciate these vids. You might have said this before but how much pressure are you applying when you're doing your back and forth motion trying to get the bur?
I’m not doing hard pressure. But I am putting pressure. On the first stone when finding the burr.
@@KnifeKrazy. 10 4. Thanks for the response. Newb here obviously. I do love this sharpener
Really nice video. How long will the diamonds last if used often? Just curious. Thanks!
Depends on your technique, the stone and the blade steel
hard to know when your moving the stones up and down if you applying pressure both ways or lifting and applying in one direction??? Great video.....
111111111Tiger he hearted your comment yet didn't answer. What is this
@@tennicktenstyl somebody hearted it , not necessarily him .
@@RodgerMyers somebody who has access to his channel
@@tennicktenstyl I didn't know that it showed who hearted it by tapping the heart . So etching learned 👍
Do you always use your stones dry? I’ve been wetting mine with a few drops of water but not sure it’s necessary. Btw I’ve learned a ton from your videos and get great edges with my kme - so many thanks!
Thanks for watching. Yes I use my Diamond stones dry. No need to use them with water.
You run the diamond stones dry? No water/soap or oil mixture on the stones?
Yes
Just for fun, have you sharpened a utility/box cutter blade with kme?
In an effort to save money I first got a spyderco sharpmaker. It's decent but can be inconsistent at times. Then I bought a Lansky deluxe kit and the base and that thing is a royal pain in the butt. Just getting the knife placed correctly in the clamp is a difficult process. It's flimsy, the stones get filthy quickly and cleaining them with the oil is a big mess. To me the Lansky was $50
wasted money. It didn't produce any significant better results than the sharpmaker. After seeing this video and many others that are very happy with the KME, I'm going to get the basic system and base. I can always add on accessories as I want. I'd advise anyone thinking of saving money and buying the Lansky to save that money and put it towards a higher quality unit like the KME. I don't regret getting the sharpmaker when I did, I only had a few knives at that point. Now I have over 50 knives worth somewhere in the $2k-$3k range and they deserve a good quality sharpening system. I really can't over what a pos that Lansky kit is. Thanks for this video helping me to confirm my decision to get the basic KME system.
Thanks for watching.
Did you ever buy the KME?
@@BellyUpFishGarage I did. So much better than that Lansky. I first got the basic kit with the stand. Then I got the 50 and 100 grit stones if I want to reprofile the angle. Also added the 3 and 6 micron lapping films. I finish with the knivesplus preloaded strop. End up with a mirror polish. I'll still use the sharpmaker for quick touch ups. But when I really want a seriously sharp edge and have some time, I'll use the kme. Helps to have some good music playing and a nice, cold beer!
You definitely work for the company kme hahaha
I just used my Lansky and got a shaving sharp blade. But hey I'm no knife expert either.
Hi, just wondering where you got the handle for the stone holder.
McMaster-Carr . Com
Knobs 1/4”x20 thread
When I flip my kme over to the other side of the knife theres a wider space where the clamps meet at the 2 detent balls so one side of the knife has a smaller bevel then the other. Can't figure out why . Just got the KME today..
Did you work it out James?
Hey man, thanks for the video. I know this video is like 5 years old but I was hoping you could answer a few questions. I just ordered the KME System with the stand, the XX course(100 grit) stone, a few kangaroo strops with different micron pastes. I’ve been told my someone who has been sharpening with this system for a while to not use any pressure when sharpening, that just the weight of the stones is all you need. I saw in the comment thread that you said you use medium to lite pressure. I’m guessing there are different techniques to sharpening and maybe one answer isn’t necessarily right but what do you think about this?
I think no pressure would take forever. You have to put some pressure or the stones will not cut good. Thanks for watching.
Hey man don’t know if you going to answer butt hope you do, I basically do everything you just did but why the up strokes ?? Does it really affect if I don’t do them ?
Probably not.
Just curious if you like the KME better than the gritomatic? Most of your videos you use the KME but you raved about the gitomatic. I am looking to purchase one.
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I've recently contacted "Mrs. KME," as my stone carrier became unglued, and I was supposed to receive the #140 grit stone, too. Only got the 300, 600, and the fine 1500...
Really need the 140, though.
And, am not sure if I should attempt to re-glue the stone carrier together, or what would be an appropriate adhesive?
Still haven't heard anything back...a tad disappointed as I'm quite handicapped and is way difficult advocating for myself, trying to navigate here on my little 'phone.
But, I'm surely impressed w/ the KME, it's one of the few things I'm still able to do, and actually helps give me reason to get out of bed for another day.
Been trying to work - up the "Angle" on my EDC S&W folder, w/ the "Tanto" type blade...but then as I placed a corresponding stone into the carrier, the wood & milled aluminum portions became separated. Anxious to get moving forward to it...she'll be a beauty!
Thanks again for your easy to follow episodes here.
-D.S.
Any good epoxy will do. Just clamp it between to chunks of wood.Just don't use JB weld, as it rusts. Marine Tex is cheap, and works real good. Check amazon. Hell gorilla glue would probably work just as well. But that marine tex you'd never have to worry about it again.
@@Kman31ca thank you....I used an epoxy, thin layer. Seems to be good.
Appreciate your suggestions!
Can I sharpen Kitchen Knives with this or only pocket knives.
Both.
I struggle with my Lansky with traditional old school slip joint pocket knives. I will get one side done but when I flip it over and start, the knife tilts downward because of the tapered clamp, the stones make it fall down. I have heard of people shimming their Lansky clamp and I even saw a video of a guy with a 700 dollar system and he had to shim his clamp. Could you please make a video using the KME to sharpen a smaller knife such as a Case Trapper or a old Barlow knife? Is the KME clamp superior to others? Thanks
If you're talking about the aluminum, hand-held, Lansky clamp, I found it's MUCH easier if you replace the thumbscrew nearest the knife with a phillips screw but leave it loose for now; then, put your knife in the jaws and adjust the REAR thumb screw until the jaws are parallel with the part of the knife you're clamping on. Once you get the jaws parallel with the face of the knife, tighten the phillips screw with the PROPER SIZE screwdriver (very important or you'll strip it) and really crank down on it. Don't overdo it, though, since the threads are aluminum after all. Doing this way, I was able to securely clamp my skinny Swiss army knife blade without any problems. The key is getting the jaws as close to parallel as possible to the knife face; it makes a huge difference.
I want one of these systems so badly, my lansky does not like my spyderco full flat grind so haven't even attempted to sharpen it. Eventually I may be able to afford it but thinking this is the one I want!
The KME works great with FFG blades. It’s a great system.
How can I do a Leatherman multi tool with it. The stones hit the jaws and will not go low enough no matter if I turn the guide round either way.
KME makes pen knife jaws. Made for narrow blades.
no oil or water needed on the stones?
What blade steel did this have? How well do these stones wear or last? Do they get a belly to them? Thanks Great video PS this video is two years old is this still a great system
420 Stainless Steel
They wear fine. No they don’t cup. The stones are on a steel backing.
Quick question, how did you know it was time to move from the 300 grit to the 600grit?
It doesn’t take long. You can feel it get smoother. You can see the grind lines changing.
@@KnifeKrazy. Thank you
Should you establish a burr all the way down with every stone until your finest stone or leather strop
Technically yes. But, the first stone is the most important to establish a full Burr from both sides. After that, you don’t have to worry about the burr. It will make the burr on the higher grits automatically, just by sharpening back and forth.
Delux + honing kit should be here on Monday
Hi,
Where did you get the decals for your KME base? Thanks!
It’s not a decal. It was laser etched.
I just saw a video where you went through your custom bases and talked about Louis Clark. Thanks a lot for the info. Good videos. Had my KME for about 1-2 weeks. It's awesome! Have a good one!
Where can I get the knobs you have in this and other videos?
I got it from McMaster-Carr.com
It’s an Oval knob 1/4”-20 female threads.
Will it shave arm hair?
Would you recommend the basic KME kit or the deluxe kit? My goal is a mirror edge.
If you want a mirror. I would do the deluxe kit and add the lapping films.
I have a question, does this sharpener work well on larger blades?
8-10” no problem.
how sharp microtech LUDT ?? what angle ? I just order KME diamond set.
hey could you go over what to do (in terms of positioning the knife) when you have a long knife, a kitchen knife for example? would you re-position it and break the knife into separate sections and sharpen them one by one or what? That is what I do currently using a Lansky but in a few months I will probably get the KME along with The Beast, and Lapping Stones. I also have questions about that...I dont know if you need to use all of the lapping stones, or if using the 6 and 3 micron or something is good enough, because frankly, I do not want to spend $180 for them, it is out of my budget and I would rather spend $50 for two of them
It the blade is more than 10” doing it in section is a great idea. Less than 10” I would set it in the middle and good for it. You can buy what you can afford. But, keep in mind, you must go in order. If you are only getting one or two lapping films, start with the first one and work your way down. Don’t skip. Get the 9 and the 6.
KnifeKrazy hey thanks for replying and answering in a detailed manner. I will try to do it without sections, but because of the way rhe lansky works Im afraid I will run out of stone before the end of the knife so I wont be able to cover the whole knife in one swoop, maybe 4-5 inches tops