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Looking to get a sharpening system and am strongly leaning towards the KME knife sharpening system. That way I can do knives and broadheads with one system. Is it really as good as everyone seems to say and if you have had any issues please let me know. Of course only constructive criticizms, no bashing.
It's that good.
Best that I've ever used. My wife was giving me a hard time last night because I was putting the finishing touches on my knife and broadheads and I had shave most of the hair off my right calf testing the edge. Never could get them that sharp in the past!
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Glenn
I really like them. I have a knife that is just awesome but is made out of hte hardest steel I have ever seen. No one could get it sharp. After a while with KME, it is near surgical sharpness!
I am also pretty rotten with broad heasds. My Stos and Magnus for my wood arrows are real sharp now. So I figure, if Ican make sharp stuff with them, anyone with a pulse can do it.
Bob.
They are not only that good but customer service and tech support are second to none.
It's really that good. Additionally, Ron will take you through it perfectly if you need help.
I have the KME broadhead sharpener and I know it's great! So, based on it and everyone's response here, I'd say go for it.
Ron will tell you that "the others" can get the job done too. He is much too humble.
The KME system is great (head and shoulders above the others), and you get Ron too!
Thanks for the comments guys. Think I might get myself a birthday present. .
How many use the knife sharpener for broadheads and will the broadhead sharpener work on the stones that come with the knife sharpener or do you need larger stones for it to be effective.
tony
pull the trigger!!
its made up on the river rd by bowhunters!![you know the area]
get the knife kit--it'll do everything you need it for!!!
----seen any deer out there yet??
--------------mike
oh yeah its for YOUR birthday--get the deluxe kit!!!!
The KME IS really that good. You would not regret it. The knife sharpener will do broadheads as well.
Thanks Mike.
I saw their phone number and thought it looked familiar and then thought oh yeh I know that area.
Havn't seen many bucks at camp but we got lots of does. Going to try for one on this years tag 27th-30th and then get one on next years as well.
before you buy - talk to Ron. He may steer you toward one or the other depending on what you want to sharpen. Certain BH's are better with the knife sharpener. Oh heck, be like me and have BOTH!!!!!
Get the deluxe with the pedestal stand.
Will do all your knife and 2 blade broadheads razor sharp once you get the "feel" for the extra fine diamond stone!
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Chief
I've used the Lansky sharpening systems since they came out and have generally been satisfied. I do not own the KME, but from what I've researched they appear to be an improved Lansky-style system, with the operative word here being improved. Lansky's have pre-cut slots in their clamps limiting your choice of angles to 17, 20, 25, and 30 degrees. This may or may not match up closely with the factory (or desired) grind of your knife/broadhead, meaning you may have some metal to remove. KME's appear to be infinitely adjustable within roughly that range, a significant advantage in my opinion. I have a complete set of Lansky conventional and diamond stones and recently ordered an additional pedestal and T-clamp. I was very unimpressed that the tolerances of these parts were sloppier than my originals with 25 years of use! The clamp wobbles around so badly, I won't use it. (how hard can it be to drill a hole the correct diameter?) I contacted the company and never heard a word. I get the impression that it would probably be a shock to their customer service dept. that sportsmen might buy their products. KME knows its customer base! Ron, aka Sharpster, cruises this site all the time and is more than happy to help you with sharpening issues related to his products or anybody elses, for that matter. That's priceless. I don't have to tell you where my next dollars will be spent. If I've misspoken on anything here, somebody that owns both is welcome to clear it up. Just my 2 cents.
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I always had trouble geting a BH sharp enough, but with the KME system, it is relatively easy. Word of caution, though. Don't bear down too hard. Use light even strokes for a superior result.
I have one each and love both. Super edges on everything I own.
QuoteOriginally posted by BobW:
before you buy - talk to Ron. He may steer you toward one or the other depending on what you want to sharpen. Certain BH's are better with the knife sharpener. Oh heck, be like me and have BOTH!!!!!
Ditto.
I own the knife kit and it is just like everyone here is saying. I sharpen my knifes and broadheads and get VERY sharp edges. Any and all questions that I've had were answered by Ron over the phone. Ron will take the time to make sure that you are 100% satisfied. Ron is a great guy and his product is AWESOME! Give it a try you will not be disappointed.
Well if you haven't bought one by now, I wonder what the problem is. I forgot to mention, but nearly everyone else did, Ron is jsut top notch plain and simple. He is not just good people, he is a great sales man and the customer servce is beyond belief. Just call him and tell him what head you are trying to sharpen. He will get one just like yours and together you will both get a razor edge over the phone.
Ask lansky to do that some time!!!! Great people, great service, great product! Go for it, Happy birthday to you!!
Bob. B. :thumbsup:
Get the knife sharpener, it will be the best birthday present you will ever get! And like said before you get Ron with the package also :) .
Denny
I bought the KME broadhead sharpener a couple of years ago and couldn't be more pleased!BUY IT NOW and never look back !
After dealing with the American attitude that they don't need customer support or back the products that they make plus ship/manufacture everything overseas I'm fed up. Enter Ron at KME ,he was a relief just to talk to , he wanted you to be happy with your product . He also backed, supported and enjoyed telling you about his products. It's sad that America has developed into what most people accept, NOT RON !
Buy it and then buy another for a friend or relative as a Christmas gift!
Jack
Yep. I have very little sharpening talent, but the KME knife sharpener (because I shoot glue-ons on woodies) makes an edge I'm proud of.
I met the guys and use the product......If you buy the knife one and dont like it... Ill buy it from ya...... No worries
The #1 Sharpener IMHO
I think so. I bought one and use it a lot.
ChuckC
The hype is real!
Thanks guys. I appreciate all the responses and just may have to get one for myself.
YES!
Rons products are very well made, and he actually answered the phone and walked me through through the broadhead sharpening process over the phone when I was having some difficulty. 10 minutes later I had the sharpest broadhead I had ever owned. I doubt you'll be dissappointed.
Look at the EdgePro made in Hood River, OR. I like it the best of all!
Here's a photo I shot of my KME knife sharpener. I think the KME system is as good as it gets.
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I love mine ! :)
I got both at the KME booth int Baltimore last year. I really like the broadheads sharpener (which will not work on the knife sharpener stones). Using a file to set the bevel saves a ton of time and I highly recommend it. I set the file along side a quarter inche Leicester of plywood that was th same thickness as the file and the slid the broadheads sharpener alongside it (don't roll it on top of the file). Removed a lot of metal quickly and particularly helped gring down the laminate tip of the magnus heads. Stripping on cardboard was a tip offered by Ron and boy does that help put a shine on. I look like I have mange now!
The knife sharpener is nice too but takes a little experience. Just did my mistreated hunting knife. I had trouble getting the drop point curve sharp, but looking back I don't think I had the blade positioned right. A longer reach changes the angle slightly and I had to do a lot more bevel setting on the part of the blade further from the clamp. Took a while but it's sharper than it's ever been.
What more needs to be said? I'm getting the deluxe BH and the knife sharpener kits. Each in it's own case and from whats been said - sharpening problems solved!
To answer your question. YES!
I own both systems and see no need to keep looking for a system that works, because these can't be topped.
Now... if they would just make one large enough to sharpen my machete.
The short answer is YES!! Ron is a great guy and has time to talk on the phone. He is very helpful in tutoring over the phone, not that much tutoring is needed, but he will teach you "little tricks" that will help. Everything I own is sharp.. Grizzly BH's cut my fingers just handling them..