@@GUARDIAN.13 silence of the wet stones 😂😂😂 ….I put thin sliced Black Forest ham on my face and stare blankly into space while re surfacing my wet stones..
They are really good. I've always been a whetstone guy myself, but I bought one of these to sharpen knives and small axes/hatchets in the field, and it's been absolutely incredible. I use it all the time now whether I'm on the go in the field or not.
Its nice to find a knife channel ran by a guy I think actually uses knifes. Bravo. Most of these channels feature people with huge collections of knives that sit in drawers and sometimes as a vanity item for their pocket.
I've noticed that as well. The difference is that I'm a wilderness survival instructor and my knives are all tools not collectors items. I appreciate them and take care of them but they are going to get scratches and damage. That's life and it's beautiful. Thank you for your comment.
@@GerstBladeworksAs a person with a disorder that causes excessive biting of the skin in my hands, fidgeting factor is something I'm inclined towards, keeping my hands busy helps cut down on the biting. But, it is still a stupid category to rank knives by. It makes no sense.
@@GerstBladeworks Not really. I mean I've made some odd trinkets that work as 'toys', but I usually end up forgetting. I usually sit there playing with my knife, electrical tape, pen, or knipex pliers.
Follow the compass north: thanks for this review; dad bought a rather expensive one a while back, and while visiting, I noticed that all his Knives were absolutely doll. That’s never happened in my entire lifetime before. I tried to use the new sharpener, and it was almost useless. So I’m glad to know about this new idea. Thank you.
Is it easy to remove too much steel with a diamond sharpener? I have huge diamond file, not for blades, and that thing will eat anything. I may buy that Sharpal anyways because it looks like a must have for a survival bag.
@@Pugrug. I second this! I keep one in my backpack. It's a great tool. It's about the same size as the sharpal but packs more utility. I really like that it has a multi-face ceramic rod on it for quick touch ups when the strop isn't aggressive enough
Been using this exact model for a year or so, been very happy with it! I've noticed that it doesn't hold its grit for as long as a whetstone but it's basically the same price and far more convenient because you don't need water and it will fit in your pocket.
Diamond plates need to be broken in, they're extra rough at the start but after 10 knives or so they get to their normal state and stay like that for many years. What you perceived as 'loss of grit' might just be this breaking in process. I've seen and heard from people who have owned a good diamond plate for well over a decade. If you sharpen a lot of knives you'll go through a bunch of whetstones in that time.
I like that you do this 👍 I'm seriously out of practice, but my Papa showed me how to use a whet stone when I was around 11-12 years old. It's nice to have had cool grandparents 😎
I use the dual side diamond stone from sharpal all the time. It's my favorite no contest, it came with a plastic case that doubles as a holder.with rubber bottom to prevent slipping. It works very good. Ive not found a better diamond stone that works better and is also inexpensive. Sharpal has not disappointed me yet.
I know this because of Fireball Tool. Did you know that it was based off of old file productions that didn't have modern Rockwell hardness numbers? The problem is that most people still freak out about filing both ways an I'm tired of responding to the dumb comments. You are 100% correct.
Came to the comments to say this, but you've got it covered. Also, die filers have existed for how many decades? How do people think you control the backstroke there?
I bought the same Sharpal dual-grit diamond sharpener. Used it on all kinds of knives, shovels and axes, it worked great until about 2 months of use the extra fine side is almost completely smooth, the course grit side still has some life left In it. All in all this is a great sharpener for the price, definitely got my moneys worth out of it.
Literally a file and a strop is all you will ever need for axes and hatchets... This diamond plate will not be enough to take away enough material to sharpen or re profile an axe. Unless you plan on spending days on end doing it. A cheap belt sander, or a simple file and strop will get you shaving sharp in no time.
@@cosmicbilly I respectfully disagree to a point. Diamond stones come in many grits. I just put a new edge on a Gransfors hatchet with a diamond paddle. I find files work on many softer axes without issue at all, but a diamond stone (or a few grits thereof) will bring any hatchet to razor sharp in no time.
@@JSaltyfabricator Yes, diamond plates are great for finishing touches on the apex. They are good for honing and finishing an already established edge geometry. However, there is no diamond plate in the world that can RE PROFILE an axe better than a good ol bastard file can. Ive been restoring axes and knives for over 30 years, and I've used hundred of diamond plates, and all sorts of sharpening tools and stones over the decades. And absolutely nothing beats a good quality hard file, and/or belt sander. The only time i use my diamond plate, is when i have the geometry finished and where i want it, and will then use the diamond plate to finish the apex. But that's about it. Otherwise I'll be there for weeks trying remove as much material as a good file or 1x30 belt sander.
Ive got oil and waterstones but after using the Fällkniven DC04 I bought a DC521 which is a full sized Diamond/Ceramic stone but i then picked up diamond plates. Diamond and ceramic is the way of the future.
Great video! This is definitely worth looking into and keeping one for your toolbox, go bag, etc. I love how it's lightweight and how the back doubles as a strop.
I saw how fast the edge started shining and it blew my mind and then you said Diamond sharpener. Now it all makes sense. Yeah it is a really good tool to carry around when you are going to camping for long periods of time and such.
Actually files can be used either way without reducing life-time almost at all but being alot more effective, youtuber did a few tests though i forgot the channel name.
My man, imo, ( for I am never humble ) this is a GREAT review. You introduced yourself& your credentials qualative to endorse quickly. Your use of verbally ignored, visual aids to shore up your subject matter experience, spot on. I WILL listen to a man re: sharp weapons, who slices open a fully sealed and closed clamshell package retailing the product he's reviewing!! (Subliminally begs the question..." His knife is ALREADY that sharp... How good is the sharpener he's going to review?" To close you hit the points that seem most practical... Which are important to me. I am also the whetstone guy... The guy my ex's bring to me ... To show and to teach THEM how to sharpen knives.
I'm pretty well invested in my Japanese whetstones for my knives. However, this tool looks like it would work perfectly for my mandolin slicer since the blade isn't removable. I have been looking for something like this. Thanks
Check out something called speedy sharp. If you’ve got an edge that’s absolutely screwed, it can get it to the point of continuing with a whetstone within a couple passes. Alternatively, I also use mine as a ferro striker (barely needs any pressure to shower sparks because of how sharp it is).
Oooh! Something cool and easy to use! You had me at works better than a stone! I'll have to get one and try it out! Thanks and may you have an excellent day and weekend!
Remember to never press hard on diamond stones. The diamonds will separate from the glue and it won’t be as effective anymore. It will cut extremely well with just very light pressure. Trust me, or Google it
Did you press hard? The weakest part is always the glue. More pricey stones aren’t glued, but rather electroplated. Also monocrystaline is a good word to look out for when buying. I hope you will have as much fun with your stones as I do. 🥳
I love this sharpener. Keep one in my "GoBag" for use at work and outdoors but use my whetstones, specially Japanese water stones for normal sharpening.
You should try the worksharp guided field sharpener if you haven’t already. It’s by far the best sharpening method for field use. I’ve used it after/during dressing medium/large game, works like a charm.
Diamond stones will leave a little more tooth or bur unless you go down to a much finer grit, so there is still some value in finishing with a fine ceramic stone before stropping.
Teeth / 'microserrations' are a myth. If you have a burr left on your knife you are sharpening wrong. Remove it. You do not need a fine abrasive to get a good edge. You can produce shaving edges off as low as 120 grit stones.
Diamond sharpeners are great for fixing damaged edges or severely dull knives. Ive brought s lot of old hickery and chicago cutlery knives from the dead with a pencil rod version. ❤
The thing that catches my attention the most is the basic but great concept of a leather sheath for a field sharpener with enough surface to use as a strop...
Once you try diamonds, a lot of us never use anything else ever again. Such a pleasure to work with. I’m a total nerd about it so I use anything and everything. I’m one of the guys hunting down vintage stones and will pay way to much for them.
Honestly, the amount of things you can strop/sharpen a blade with kind of make me question buying stones Slapping through Bush and branches for hours with a machete only to get a paper-cutting edge back by stropping with a fuckin tree Made me beam like the sun every time out of sheer novelty.
These diamond stones are amazing I use dmt products and use wicked edge diamond emulsion spray on my strop. I use a ceramic rod for burr removal. The only bad thing is you got to be careful with diamond stones bc they’ll remove metal fast
These things are intended to be used in the field. Don’t be like this guy, use even strokes the entire length of the edge keeping note of how many passes you make. Repeat the same number of passes on the other side. Aggressively scrubbing the edge with no rhyme or reason will only create uneven bevels, and roll the edge. 😊
I'm a bladesmith and can keep an even bevel without beginner tricks. You can clearly see that my bevel is perfectly straight on my knife. No variances in thickness or angle. However, your tip about even strokes on each side is excellent for beginners and you can watch my full length deep dive video on sharpening techniques, bevel development, honing vs grinding, and the merits of stropping if you like! You may even learn about intentional burr development! Keep learning James!
@@FollowTheCompassNorth with years experience sharpening on various whetstones I used to think the same thing. It wasn’t until I got my wicked edge sharpening system that I realized how very wrong I was. I fucking love that thing. I also sharpen knives part time for a forge out of Idaho, we use a wheel system with laser guided edge angles. Pretty sweet stuff.
Fellow knife maker, and professional sharpener here; Counting strokes is something I actually stopped teaching people and recommending, I realised it doesn't actually make a difference (I never used the method myself, only taught it.) Full length strokes are not required, especially on areas with uneven wear and obscure shaped blades. Generic drop point shapes aren't the only thing that exist. Aggressively scrubbing has it's place, and it something I frequently do when setting bevels, or refreshing old bevels. Perhaps I'm just really good at holding and angle, but I never found it to cause issues with my bevels. Sharpening direction (edge leading or trailing) doesn't have a meaningful impact on resulting edge either. Uneven bevels (slightly biased to one side, or an area that is slightly lower/higher in one spot) is not really a big deal -- not something I would give to a customer, but for a user knife is fine. For example, while I am a skilled sharpener, my previous main carry, on the heel of the blade it had 3 facets on the bevel, one side was convexed scandi, the tip geometry was horrid (fat, because I broke the tip off and was to lazy to properly grind it.) Was it sub optimal? Sure. Did it cut bad, or be problem enough for me to fix? Certainly not. Never had issues with it cutting. You don't need to worry THAT much on a working knife. Guided sharpeners are not without their flaws either -- they don't produce consistent angle across the edge (the tip will usually be gradually more acute), they're slower, more clumsy, and don't have the same versatility (size and shape) as stones. I never found guided sharpeners to give me a meaningfully better edge either; because I have no troubles with consistent angles, or properly deburring, it never was worth the time to use.
Whetstones are perfect for at home sharpening and are very calming. Diamond sharpeners like that are perfect for long trips into the woods where you may use you’re axe/knife to the point where it needs to be sharpened. I know if I were to ever get lost in the woods I’d would love to I’m have a knife sharpener on me.
Whetstones really aren't perfect for at-home sharpening. They're really the worst option for sharpening a knife. Well, other than those stupid pull-through ones, but those don't count.
@@Cooler_By_The_Lake Whetstones really aren't perfect for at-home sharpening. They're really the worst option for sharpening a knife. Well, other than those stupid pull-through ones, but those don't count. Idiot.
Thanks for the review, I just recently got a karambit, and I can't sharpen the middle of the blade because of the way that it is curved. So I definitely will be buying this.
The product in the video is still flat just like 99.9% of sharpening stones out there, diamond or not. It will not help sharpen a recurve/karambit blade. I'm not sure why the video made you think it would...
I got a small diamond sharpener from Ganzo in 100, 400 and 600 grit. I mostly use the 400 and 600, but it works great and definitely have replaced my whetstone for the most part. Usually use it then strop but to get truly fine sharp edge on my carving knives, I will always go back to my fine grit sharpening stone. But for my pocket knives, the diamond sharpener and a strop is sufficient.
Just FYI, Jason at Fireball tool did an experiment and found that one way filing is basically a myth. It doesn’t dull your files and it’s perfectly fine to do. Unless you have really trash soft files to begin with, which wouldn’t have lasted anyway. If you’re interested I can link the video for you, it’s pretty awesome! He builds a massive crazy contraption to file thousands of strokes while cleaning the file teeth.. it’s really cool!
I keep a card size diamond sharpener in my wallet (since 2008), it's super fine and doesn't grind down the edge too fast and gives my wallet a nice weight.
i started out with whetstones and oil stones, after a few years it just got to be a hassle to me, so i just got some diamond and ceramic stones and rods, no oil or water. just get straight to sharpening. so much easier and less time consuming.and diamonds and ceramics will sharpen any super steel you throw at it
DMT make the best diamond stones available. You can get the Diafold double sided stones that folds and fits in your back pocket or pack. Great for sharpening in the field. The green/red stone is all you need. You can also get the bench stones for at home sharpening.
I use the sharpal wallet size diamond stones, 360, 600 and 1200 grit, they fit in a pocket easily and are very quick to come up to an apex. I can get shaving sharp with the 600 and a strop.
I get it, I'm a whetstone stone guy but when I bought my 1st DMT, wow! I use both, depends on the knife and it may be a combination of diamond and whetstone. But I still love my Arkansas stone, she's bellied out a bit but I'm in process of leveling her out, I may use diamond but I always finish with my Arkansas stone.
They sell a 3 pack of different grits that I've had in my back pocket for years with a chunk of belt leather. Don't claim to whittle hairs, but I regularly shave my face to prove the edge is ready.
My wife bought me a new pocket knife last year that is D2 steel. My simple sharpeners cannot give this blade a good edge! Im not a huge blade type of guy. But i want sharp blades!! I just need my lil pocket knife to be sharp and do what a knife should do. D2 sucks for folks that dont have good sharpeners!😊😊😊
I'm into pocket knives and I've been using diamonds to sharpen my knives for years now. I love them, I can sharpen any type of super steels and I haven't had to flatten my stones yet. They are expensive, specially the higher grits, but it looks like they will outlive me if I don't drop them and shatter them.
It all depends on time in my opinion I would have both and get really good with both wet stone for home use and Diamond for out side use because it’s more compact and versatile since you can use it on both knives and axes
while i do love my diamond stone's i have to say that if you do a lot of sharpening be prepared to replace them sooner than you might expect. i've worn out more than a few over the years. a couple of them got to the point that they just weren't removing material anymore and a few were still cutting but the performance eventually gets so diminished its just not effective anymore.
I'd take a whetstone over this any day. After I got done sharpening my k bar which was a restoration, the grit was almost completely gone. If you do decide to go with a diamond plate make sure you go with the resin bonded ones. They last a very long time but kind of pricey
I like having a whetstone in my home to sharpen my tools or knives before I go out the the field. But I keep one of these in my pack in case my knife or axe gets dull or a good nick in it easy, light, field expedient fix.
I have a pull through sharpener that does a superior job to a diamond hone. But it's hard to beat a diamond hone you can carry in your pocket. The hone that is where you need it when you need is most useful. It's still nice to have a very accurate hone on the work bench.
You can file in both directions with a normal file, Fireball Tool did a video on this and the results spoke for themselves. If you mean in the context of sharpening then sure, but light pressure as you reset your stroke will help a LOT more in keeping your angle consistent than lifting off the edge each time with no damage to the edge.
This looks like it would be great for camping/survival bags but if you're sharpening at home might as well do what you're most comfortable with and use a whetstone
That is the culprit responsible for getting me away from whetstones, too. It will last far longer than expected, but when it finally wears out... Things get crazy. 10x4 extra course, 8x3 medium and fine.. Then a little birdie informs that resin-bonded diamond stones exist. That poor wallet.. Good luck, brother
I’d just got with a DC3 from fallkniven or soyderco doublestuff. Smaller package. Also if you haven’t yet, try a norton cyrstolon. It’s a SIC stone and just hogs material away, even on my rex 76 knife at 69HRC
Nice I like the accusharp sharpner. it hones both sides at once so i think it keeps a good shape on the blade. they have it at walmart. it can get a knife scary sharp.
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They included your video on there Amazon promotion, idk if you want that there but they didn’t blur any of your info out.
Yeah they used you’re vid
They got rid of the part where it said you are not affiliated with them
That knife sucks the sharpener sucks
Is something wrong with the RUclips links? They don't show blue for me.
Wet stones are 100 percent therapeutic…. I personally dim the lights and put on pantyhose when sharpening my knives… it’s a great time.
Wet stones give a truer blade too.
Silence of the wet stones
@@GUARDIAN.13 silence of the wet stones 😂😂😂 ….I put thin sliced Black Forest ham on my face and stare blankly into space while re surfacing my wet stones..
@@tristanswain4328 would you strop me? I'd strop me...
@@GUARDIAN.13 “would you sharpen me? I’d sharpen me so hard”
Very nice! A good tool to keep around for any sharpening needs.
Absolutely!
@Follow The Compass North what is the name of the diamond sharpener
@@christianmiracle6054 It says "sharpal" everywhere, including the video's title.
@Jons LG I've just been and seen multiple positive reviews on amazon, was this not a good buy for you?
They are really good. I've always been a whetstone guy myself, but I bought one of these to sharpen knives and small axes/hatchets in the field, and it's been absolutely incredible. I use it all the time now whether I'm on the go in the field or not.
Its nice to find a knife channel ran by a guy I think actually uses knifes. Bravo. Most of these channels feature people with huge collections of knives that sit in drawers and sometimes as a vanity item for their pocket.
I've noticed that as well. The difference is that I'm a wilderness survival instructor and my knives are all tools not collectors items. I appreciate them and take care of them but they are going to get scratches and damage. That's life and it's beautiful. Thank you for your comment.
Yeah, and they judge a knife on how good it is by wether or not you can fidget with it... Lol idiotic
@@GerstBladeworksAs a person with a disorder that causes excessive biting of the skin in my hands, fidgeting factor is something I'm inclined towards, keeping my hands busy helps cut down on the biting.
But, it is still a stupid category to rank knives by. It makes no sense.
@@autumn5592 I feel you on that ! Do you partake in EDC fidget gadgets?
@@GerstBladeworks Not really. I mean I've made some odd trinkets that work as 'toys', but I usually end up forgetting.
I usually sit there playing with my knife, electrical tape, pen, or knipex pliers.
I own one for my knife sharpening business and they are amazing. Fully and completely without hesitation recommend this product.
Nice!
Putting aside nostalgia and habit and admitting when a new tool is an improvement is a quality i don’t see enough. Thanks for the review
Follow the compass north: thanks for this review; dad bought a rather expensive one a while back, and while visiting, I noticed that all his Knives were absolutely doll. That’s never happened in my entire lifetime before.
I tried to use the new sharpener, and it was almost useless.
So I’m glad to know about this new idea. Thank you.
Is it easy to remove too much steel with a diamond sharpener? I have huge diamond file, not for blades, and that thing will eat anything. I may buy that Sharpal anyways because it looks like a must have for a survival bag.
It's similar to a file on there coarse side but the fine side doesn't take off that much, great for honing but very controlled.
You should buy the worksharp guided field sharpener. It’s a lot better.
@@Pugrug. I second this! I keep one in my backpack. It's a great tool. It's about the same size as the sharpal but packs more utility. I really like that it has a multi-face ceramic rod on it for quick touch ups when the strop isn't aggressive enough
@@Rayle1993 Very true, and it’s good for beginners who probably don’t have the muscle memory to use an unguided sharpener.
@@Pugrug. is there a link to that? I wanna get into wood carving and I think this tool will help if I want to carve wood I see along the road!
Been using this exact model for a year or so, been very happy with it! I've noticed that it doesn't hold its grit for as long as a whetstone but it's basically the same price and far more convenient because you don't need water and it will fit in your pocket.
Diamond plates need to be broken in, they're extra rough at the start but after 10 knives or so they get to their normal state and stay like that for many years. What you perceived as 'loss of grit' might just be this breaking in process. I've seen and heard from people who have owned a good diamond plate for well over a decade. If you sharpen a lot of knives you'll go through a bunch of whetstones in that time.
I like that you do this 👍 I'm seriously out of practice, but my Papa showed me how to use a whet stone when I was around 11-12 years old. It's nice to have had cool grandparents 😎
I use the dual side diamond stone from sharpal all the time. It's my favorite no contest, it came with a plastic case that doubles as a holder.with rubber bottom to prevent slipping. It works very good. Ive not found a better diamond stone that works better and is also inexpensive. Sharpal has not disappointed me yet.
Very nice!
@@FollowTheCompassNorth I just got the sharpal in the video. It works 👍
Where can I get mine
Nice I've been wanting to get the dual stone cuz that file is nice. I'm on the sharpal wagon now
From a machinist you can file in both directions. It will not hurt the file. It's an old wives tale I promise you.
I know this because of Fireball Tool. Did you know that it was based off of old file productions that didn't have modern Rockwell hardness numbers? The problem is that most people still freak out about filing both ways an I'm tired of responding to the dumb comments. You are 100% correct.
Is this sharpener suitable for all types of knives of any type of steel?
@@deepb249yes sir. Diamond is the hardest material harder than any metal traditional or crucible steels
Came to the comments to say this, but you've got it covered. Also, die filers have existed for how many decades? How do people think you control the backstroke there?
Well a traditional file only cuts in one direction so doing both directions would be pointless.
I bought the same Sharpal dual-grit diamond sharpener.
Used it on all kinds of knives, shovels and axes, it worked great until about 2 months of use the extra fine side is almost completely smooth, the course grit side still has some life left In it.
All in all this is a great sharpener for the price, definitely got my moneys worth out of it.
I was looking into finding a way to sharpen my hatchet without taking it in. Always helpful and interesting friend. TY!
Any time!
Literally a file and a strop is all you will ever need for axes and hatchets...
This diamond plate will not be enough to take away enough material to sharpen or re profile an axe.
Unless you plan on spending days on end doing it.
A cheap belt sander, or a simple file and strop will get you shaving sharp in no time.
@@cosmicbilly I respectfully disagree to a point. Diamond stones come in many grits. I just put a new edge on a Gransfors hatchet with a diamond paddle. I find files work on many softer axes without issue at all, but a diamond stone (or a few grits thereof) will bring any hatchet to razor sharp in no time.
@@JSaltyfabricator Yes, diamond plates are great for finishing touches on the apex.
They are good for honing and finishing an already established edge geometry.
However, there is no diamond plate in the world that can RE PROFILE an axe better than a good ol bastard file can.
Ive been restoring axes and knives for over 30 years, and I've used hundred of diamond plates, and all sorts of sharpening tools and stones over the decades.
And absolutely nothing beats a good quality hard file, and/or belt sander.
The only time i use my diamond plate, is when i have the geometry finished and where i want it, and will then use the diamond plate to finish the apex.
But that's about it.
Otherwise I'll be there for weeks trying remove as much material as a good file or 1x30 belt sander.
Yes,well, I have ordered it and shall try it out soon after it arrives. Either way, I've got a new tool to sharpen my blades. :)
Ive got oil and waterstones but after using the Fällkniven DC04 I bought a DC521 which is a full sized Diamond/Ceramic stone but i then picked up diamond plates. Diamond and ceramic is the way of the future.
Great video! This is definitely worth looking into and keeping one for your toolbox, go bag, etc. I love how it's lightweight and how the back doubles as a strop.
Thanks for watching!
@@FollowTheCompassNorth you're very welcome buddy!!!!
I saw how fast the edge started shining and it blew my mind and then you said Diamond sharpener.
Now it all makes sense. Yeah it is a really good tool to carry around when you are going to camping for long periods of time and such.
Actually files can be used either way without reducing life-time almost at all but being alot more effective, youtuber did a few tests though i forgot the channel name.
It was Fireball Tool and I wasn't saying it hurts the file, it just doesn't cut both directions while this does.
@@FollowTheCompassNorth beat me to it!
@@FollowTheCompassNorth it does actually, just like a saw. It cuts *less* in the reverse direction but it still cuts.
My man, imo, ( for I am never humble ) this is a GREAT review. You introduced yourself& your credentials qualative to endorse quickly. Your use of verbally ignored, visual aids to shore up your subject matter experience, spot on. I WILL listen to a man re: sharp weapons, who slices open a fully sealed and closed clamshell package retailing the product he's reviewing!! (Subliminally begs the question..." His knife is ALREADY that sharp... How good is the sharpener he's going to review?" To close you hit the points that seem most practical... Which are important to me. I am also the whetstone guy... The guy my ex's bring to me ... To show and to teach THEM how to sharpen knives.
I'm pretty well invested in my Japanese whetstones for my knives. However, this tool looks like it would work perfectly for my mandolin slicer since the blade isn't removable. I have been looking for something like this. Thanks
Anyone who actually uses their knives isn't sharpening with a whetstone. All you're doing is damaging your blade.
Check out something called speedy sharp. If you’ve got an edge that’s absolutely screwed, it can get it to the point of continuing with a whetstone within a couple passes. Alternatively, I also use mine as a ferro striker (barely needs any pressure to shower sparks because of how sharp it is).
Nice!
Oooh! Something cool and easy to use! You had me at works better than a stone! I'll have to get one and try it out! Thanks and may you have an excellent day and weekend!
Thanks Patrick! You as well.
@@FollowTheCompassNorth you're most welcome and thank you!
Remember to never press hard on diamond stones. The diamonds will separate from the glue and it won’t be as effective anymore. It will cut extremely well with just very light pressure. Trust me, or Google it
Diamon stones are great. They don’t last long though 👍
Did you press hard? The weakest part is always the glue. More pricey stones aren’t glued, but rather electroplated. Also monocrystaline is a good word to look out for when buying.
I hope you will have as much fun with your stones as I do. 🥳
The good versions are not glued at all....
Exactly! They are electroplated
@@FollowTheCompassNorth The Venev stones praised highly by some are resin bonded.
I love this sharpener. Keep one in my "GoBag" for use at work and outdoors but use my whetstones, specially Japanese water stones for normal sharpening.
Those are nice.
You should try the worksharp guided field sharpener if you haven’t already. It’s by far the best sharpening method for field use. I’ve used it after/during dressing medium/large game, works like a charm.
love the field worksharp its such a good design lives in my rucksack 👍🏻
I have used it! It's pretty great.
Diamond stones will leave a little more tooth or bur unless you go down to a much finer grit, so there is still some value in finishing with a fine ceramic stone before stropping.
A ceramic stone is still a very visible tool. Whetstones, not so much.
Teeth / 'microserrations' are a myth.
If you have a burr left on your knife you are sharpening wrong.
Remove it.
You do not need a fine abrasive to get a good edge.
You can produce shaving edges off as low as 120 grit stones.
Diamond sharpeners are great for fixing damaged edges or severely dull knives. Ive brought s lot of old hickery and chicago cutlery knives from the dead with a pencil rod version. ❤
Sure it works, especially when you use a marshmallow of a steel that is 1095.
The only time I pull out the diamond plate is when sharpening stainless blades or reworking a carbon steel edge that’s seen years of abuse.
Lmao diamonds are harder than any metal out there. That's why they have diamond tipped saws for cutting metal, glass, concrete whatever you want.
The thing that catches my attention the most is the basic but great concept of a leather sheath for a field sharpener with enough surface to use as a strop...
Nice!
Thank you! Cheers!
With how small that thing is, definitely a tool I would bring for a long camping trip.
Once you try diamonds, a lot of us never use anything else ever again. Such a pleasure to work with. I’m a total nerd about it so I use anything and everything. I’m one of the guys hunting down vintage stones and will pay way to much for them.
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@@FollowTheCompassNorth Where could I find this exact sharpener?
I always have sharpened back and forth on a edge that needs work. I feel like the circle method gives a clean shiny edge. 😊
Audio is a bit off on this one, sounds a bit sped up maybe?
Yeah it was just over a minute so it's at 105% speed....
@@FollowTheCompassNorth How dare you!
These work great. I have the black molded handle model and use it for garden tools.
Honestly, the amount of things you can strop/sharpen a blade with kind of make me question buying stones
Slapping through Bush and branches for hours with a machete only to get a paper-cutting edge back by stropping with a fuckin tree
Made me beam like the sun every time out of sheer novelty.
Had the exact one for a few years now. Love it.
I’ll never give up my wet stones or grindstone for my axes.
These diamond stones are amazing I use dmt products and use wicked edge diamond emulsion spray on my strop. I use a ceramic rod for burr removal. The only bad thing is you got to be careful with diamond stones bc they’ll remove metal fast
I was just looking at this product and I thought it was amazing I love tge style and set up of the product it's awesome
These things are intended to be used in the field. Don’t be like this guy, use even strokes the entire length of the edge keeping note of how many passes you make. Repeat the same number of passes on the other side.
Aggressively scrubbing the edge with no rhyme or reason will only create uneven bevels, and roll the edge. 😊
I'm a bladesmith and can keep an even bevel without beginner tricks. You can clearly see that my bevel is perfectly straight on my knife. No variances in thickness or angle. However, your tip about even strokes on each side is excellent for beginners and you can watch my full length deep dive video on sharpening techniques, bevel development, honing vs grinding, and the merits of stropping if you like! You may even learn about intentional burr development! Keep learning James!
@@FollowTheCompassNorth with years experience sharpening on various whetstones I used to think the same thing. It wasn’t until I got my wicked edge sharpening system that I realized how very wrong I was. I fucking love that thing. I also sharpen knives part time for a forge out of Idaho, we use a wheel system with laser guided edge angles. Pretty sweet stuff.
Fellow knife maker, and professional sharpener here;
Counting strokes is something I actually stopped teaching people and recommending, I realised it doesn't actually make a difference (I never used the method myself, only taught it.)
Full length strokes are not required, especially on areas with uneven wear and obscure shaped blades.
Generic drop point shapes aren't the only thing that exist.
Aggressively scrubbing has it's place, and it something I frequently do when setting bevels, or refreshing old bevels.
Perhaps I'm just really good at holding and angle, but I never found it to cause issues with my bevels.
Sharpening direction (edge leading or trailing) doesn't have a meaningful impact on resulting edge either.
Uneven bevels (slightly biased to one side, or an area that is slightly lower/higher in one spot) is not really a big deal -- not something I would give to a customer, but for a user knife is fine.
For example, while I am a skilled sharpener, my previous main carry, on the heel of the blade it had 3 facets on the bevel, one side was convexed scandi, the tip geometry was horrid (fat, because I broke the tip off and was to lazy to properly grind it.)
Was it sub optimal? Sure. Did it cut bad, or be problem enough for me to fix? Certainly not. Never had issues with it cutting. You don't need to worry THAT much on a working knife.
Guided sharpeners are not without their flaws either -- they don't produce consistent angle across the edge (the tip will usually be gradually more acute), they're slower, more clumsy, and don't have the same versatility (size and shape) as stones.
I never found guided sharpeners to give me a meaningfully better edge either; because I have no troubles with consistent angles, or properly deburring, it never was worth the time to use.
Whetstones are perfect for at home sharpening and are very calming. Diamond sharpeners like that are perfect for long trips into the woods where you may use you’re axe/knife to the point where it needs to be sharpened. I know if I were to ever get lost in the woods I’d would love to I’m have a knife sharpener on me.
Whetstones really aren't perfect for at-home sharpening. They're really the worst option for sharpening a knife. Well, other than those stupid pull-through ones, but those don't count.
@@Cooler_By_The_Lake Whetstones really aren't perfect for at-home sharpening. They're really the worst option for sharpening a knife. Well, other than those stupid pull-through ones, but those don't count.
Idiot.
These are great! I own two of them. They also make a 600-grit rod that has two sizes and is great for serrated blades.
This seems perfect to keep in your camping kit.
Love how the added your video for demonstration
I’ve got a small wet stone that’s 1 inch by three and man do I love it! I’d rather use that than both of those!
Thanks for the review, I just recently got a karambit, and I can't sharpen the middle of the blade because of the way that it is curved. So I definitely will be buying this.
The product in the video is still flat just like 99.9% of sharpening stones out there, diamond or not. It will not help sharpen a recurve/karambit blade. I'm not sure why the video made you think it would...
I just carry a puck in the field and use a guided Sharpener at home. Puck is great on axes and knives
I use a Tormek T8 on all my blades but this looks great to have out camping or hiking.
I got a small diamond sharpener from Ganzo in 100, 400 and 600 grit. I mostly use the 400 and 600, but it works great and definitely have replaced my whetstone for the most part. Usually use it then strop but to get truly fine sharp edge on my carving knives, I will always go back to my fine grit sharpening stone. But for my pocket knives, the diamond sharpener and a strop is sufficient.
I've been using a diamond sharpener for all my professional kitchen knives and my EDC for 5 years now😊
I've been really impressex with diamond sharpeners also. Such a thin little plate and it cuts so well.
All their products looks pretty good. This one would be great for a bug bag or camping.
Just FYI, Jason at Fireball tool did an experiment and found that one way filing is basically a myth. It doesn’t dull your files and it’s perfectly fine to do. Unless you have really trash soft files to begin with, which wouldn’t have lasted anyway.
If you’re interested I can link the video for you, it’s pretty awesome! He builds a massive crazy contraption to file thousands of strokes while cleaning the file teeth.. it’s really cool!
looks like a good camping tool to have for the axe, hatchet and cooking knife .
Awesome for a back pack. Light and easy to use when you’re out in the middle of nowhere and need to get a knice edge on any tool.
Learned on a wet stone. Hard to find a good one . I bought a diamond stone. And I'm hooked.
I keep a card size diamond sharpener in my wallet (since 2008), it's super fine and doesn't grind down the edge too fast and gives my wallet a nice weight.
Nice to see that someone else uses their ESEE-5 enough to need to sharpen it!
As A Forty yo grumpy Foo I appreciate the No bullsh*t review!!! I will be buying one Ty.
i started out with whetstones and oil stones, after a few years it just got to be a hassle to me, so i just got some diamond and ceramic stones and rods, no oil or water. just get straight to sharpening. so much easier and less time consuming.and diamonds and ceramics will sharpen any super steel you throw at it
DMT make the best diamond stones available. You can get the Diafold double sided stones that folds and fits in your back pocket or pack. Great for sharpening in the field. The green/red stone is all you need. You can also get the bench stones for at home sharpening.
They do not make the best diamond stones.
They used to, not anymore.
It's a good product. I was able to sharpen most of my knives. The only knife I had a true problem with was the crambit.😅
Great info. Dare I say? You CUT straight to tha POINT. 🥁😅
I use the sharpal wallet size diamond stones, 360, 600 and 1200 grit, they fit in a pocket easily and are very quick to come up to an apex. I can get shaving sharp with the 600 and a strop.
They are nice, i keep one in my wallet as well. I did a video on it.
Was planning to buy one of these but this review made it a sure thing.
Great video! Been on the fence on pulling the trigger on purchasing this very product.
Good choice!
I think the Tumblr sharpener is also really good
I get it, I'm a whetstone stone guy but when I bought my 1st DMT, wow!
I use both, depends on the knife and it may be a combination of diamond and whetstone.
But I still love my Arkansas stone, she's bellied out a bit but I'm in process of leveling her out, I may use diamond but I always finish with my Arkansas stone.
They sell a 3 pack of different grits that I've had in my back pocket for years with a chunk of belt leather. Don't claim to whittle hairs, but I regularly shave my face to prove the edge is ready.
I have no problem ditching methods/tools for superior methods/tools .
I bought one of these, sharpens very nice but definitely need to strop afterwards. The course side will remove a lot of steel very fast.
My wife bought me a new pocket knife last year that is D2 steel. My simple sharpeners cannot give this blade a good edge! Im not a huge blade type of guy. But i want sharp blades!! I just need my lil pocket knife to be sharp and do what a knife should do. D2 sucks for folks that dont have good sharpeners!😊😊😊
Just bought that sharpal file and it's my go to now I love it and gonna get more
I was genuinely surprised by how much I have liked Sharpal's products. I hadn't expected much from them since I hadn't ever used them before.
I use all abrasives: wet and dry paper, diamond files and plate, and combo oil stone. Each has it's duty.
you're exactly right
I'm into pocket knives and I've been using diamonds to sharpen my knives for years now. I love them, I can sharpen any type of super steels and I haven't had to flatten my stones yet. They are expensive, specially the higher grits, but it looks like they will outlive me if I don't drop them and shatter them.
That's probably accurate for these higher quality versions.
It all depends on time in my opinion I would have both and get really good with both wet stone for home use and Diamond for out side use because it’s more compact and versatile since you can use it on both knives and axes
I actually strongly agree with this comment. Good stuff!
Looks like a good field sharpener. I prefer a 8x3 diamond bench stone for home or shop work.
Thanks, I ordered one, hope it is as good as shown.
Hope you like it!
Just bought this and was hesitant about it thanks for sharing your thoughts
while i do love my diamond stone's i have to say that if you do a lot of sharpening be prepared to replace them sooner than you might expect. i've worn out more than a few over the years. a couple of them got to the point that they just weren't removing material anymore and a few were still cutting but the performance eventually gets so diminished its just not effective anymore.
That will be great for axes. Really like the Sheath for a strop.
You are absolutely right, diamond sharpeners are superior, they sharpen even high-end-steel blades with 65+ HRc and don't wear out like whetstones.
Almost bought one of these last week, now im wishing I did🤣 guess ill be ordering one now
I used it again today for my kitchen knife and Holy crap! Super nice edge.
I'd take a whetstone over this any day. After I got done sharpening my k bar which was a restoration, the grit was almost completely gone. If you do decide to go with a diamond plate make sure you go with the resin bonded ones. They last a very long time but kind of pricey
Literally got it today and may have fallen in love
I got the same exact sharpener with the black handle and I really like it. I'd love to find a curved one for a scythe to replace that wet stone.
I will definitely be needing this. I have so many damn dull knives thanks to my grandma being sloppy
Thanks to you not sharpening them…. Gotta take responsibility QBQ
I like having a whetstone in my home to sharpen my tools or knives before I go out the the field. But I keep one of these in my pack in case my knife or axe gets dull or a good nick in it easy, light, field expedient fix.
I have a pull through sharpener that does a superior job to a diamond hone. But it's hard to beat a diamond hone you can carry in your pocket. The hone that is where you need it when you need is most useful. It's still nice to have a very accurate hone on the work bench.
I can promise you, as a professional sharpener, you do not have a pull through sharpener that does a better job than diamond abrasives.
@@autumn5592I second this. Lmao no pull through sharpener is going to be better than diamond stones or water stones
You can file in both directions with a normal file, Fireball Tool did a video on this and the results spoke for themselves. If you mean in the context of sharpening then sure, but light pressure as you reset your stroke will help a LOT more in keeping your angle consistent than lifting off the edge each time with no damage to the edge.
There are dozens of different diamond files sizes and styles. There are different grits for various needs.
This looks like it would be great for camping/survival bags but if you're sharpening at home might as well do what you're most comfortable with and use a whetstone
CBN and Diamond stones are the best IMO!
Love diamond sharpening although I don’t do it dry I use diamond lapping fluid it works so much nicer than using the dia dry
Very nice tool, I have something similar- same concept though the diamond grit does wear down, online though you can replace the faces.
That is the culprit responsible for getting me away from whetstones, too. It will last far longer than expected, but when it finally wears out... Things get crazy. 10x4 extra course, 8x3 medium and fine.. Then a little birdie informs that resin-bonded diamond stones exist. That poor wallet.. Good luck, brother
I’d just got with a DC3 from fallkniven or soyderco doublestuff. Smaller package.
Also if you haven’t yet, try a norton cyrstolon. It’s a SIC stone and just hogs material away, even on my rex 76 knife at 69HRC
Nice I like the accusharp sharpner. it hones both sides at once so i think it keeps a good shape on the blade. they have it at walmart. it can get a knife scary sharp.