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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: ronedog on May 23, 2010, 09:43:00 PM
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Need some good advice on sharpening systems for Grizzly 190 El Grande and Knives. I have a Lansky that I've had for 15 years or so and really never used until recently. Bought some Grizzly 190's a month ago and found some instructions on sharpening them at this site. So I shaped the initial edge with a disc grinder and a hand file, then used my lansky to finish. I have the ceramic (I think) stones that came with the kit. I saw some other posts, and watched some youtube videos on other sharpening systems (Gatco, and KVM) and wondered if I should change from the lansky. My lansky stones sharpened the grizzly, but as I did more and more blades, the hones didn't work as good and it seemed I was having to push harder and harder, even when I cleaned the shavings out of the hone. Should I drop the lansky and upgrade to one of these other systems? Would I have better luck using the Diamond Hones on the lansky with the Grizzly?
I primarily want to sharpen the Grizzly broadheads as well as some knives.
Thanks for any advice you have?
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Do you mean KME ? If so BUY IT !!!!
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yes, I meant KME...sorry.
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Will the diamond blades be better than the ceramic?
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I got a KME and have battled with it. However, I haven't given it the effort it deserves and after reading multiple post I think once you figure it out the sky is the limit. The KME is so simplistic I can't believe I struggle with it so much which is why I gave up so soon. Going to invest some time this summer and tinker with it until I get it right. There are a ton of people on the site that have great helpful hints reference the KME. Good Luck
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KME all the way...if you have any questions or problems call Ron....he will answer your questions and give you tips on sharpening....great guy and great product.
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Thanks for the replies. Do the diamond or ceramic hones make much of a difference?
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The Diamond vs Ceramic thing is almost a matter of preference.
They both will do what you want them to.
If you've not developed a feel or preference for diamond hones I'd save the $20 and buy the standard kit.
I hope to do a review of KME's new ceramic stones here shortly.
Bottom line, KME (Ron) doesn't put junk out there. I highly doubt you'd kick yourself for not getting the diamond stones.
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I'm partial the the KME myself... :readit:
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KME for sharpening ANY head....not just grizzes.
I use a 3 sided Jewelstik in the field for touch ups.
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Originally posted by Soilarch:
The Diamond vs Ceramic thing is almost a matter of preference.
Bottom line, KME (Ron) doesn't put junk out there. I highly doubt you'd kick yourself for not getting the diamond stones.
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Thanks for all the replies!
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Check out Kustom Kings special price on KME's.
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Vernon, don't battle with the KME. Use moderate, consistent pressure. Don't bear down too hard. I stared out using excessive pressure and just when it seemed to be getting sharp, things would get screwed up. I think too much downward pressure causes the edge to roll and lose sharpness. A softer touch may give you better results.