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Max_Power
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May 26, 2017
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Max_Power
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Aug 16, 2017
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JmunandarHey buddy,
I've been doing some research on knife sharpeners and wanted to retract by previous recommendation on the Gatco Knife Sharpening system.
I found a better Knife Sharpener system for only $15 more on top of the Gatco and it is made by Spyderco and called the Tri-Angle Sharpmaker. You can look it up on Amazon.
If you Google Gatco or Lansky Knife Sharpner, they are the same in terms of what you get for around $35, in other words, an inexpensive knife sharpening system for amateurs. However, I have read they are not that great in terms of design and build quality. They can also have problems holding knives or keeping the stones correctly aligned which leads to wavy edges and frustration.
Many people like the Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker because it blends the best of both worlds; A little bit of guided sharpening and a little bit of free hand. Free hand is the best method to sharpen knives, so with this we hold the knife in hand and just guide the knife straight down along the rods, the rods keep the angle 100% of the time. Also, there are no worries about how small or how big the knife is since it's always being held in the hand. The Spyderco system is designed more efficiently and allows more flexibility with the knives to be sharpened.
So yeah, spend the extra $15. I'm going to order the Spyderco as well. I hope my effort into researching has helped you.
I've been doing some research on knife sharpeners and wanted to retract by previous recommendation on the Gatco Knife Sharpening system.
I found a better Knife Sharpener system for only $15 more on top of the Gatco and it is made by Spyderco and called the Tri-Angle Sharpmaker. You can look it up on Amazon.
If you Google Gatco or Lansky Knife Sharpner, they are the same in terms of what you get for around $35, in other words, an inexpensive knife sharpening system for amateurs. However, I have read they are not that great in terms of design and build quality. They can also have problems holding knives or keeping the stones correctly aligned which leads to wavy edges and frustration.
Many people like the Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker because it blends the best of both worlds; A little bit of guided sharpening and a little bit of free hand. Free hand is the best method to sharpen knives, so with this we hold the knife in hand and just guide the knife straight down along the rods, the rods keep the angle 100% of the time. Also, there are no worries about how small or how big the knife is since it's always being held in the hand. The Spyderco system is designed more efficiently and allows more flexibility with the knives to be sharpened.
So yeah, spend the extra $15. I'm going to order the Spyderco as well. I hope my effort into researching has helped you.
Jmunandar
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Aug 16, 2017
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Max_PowerThanks for the response. I'll look into it. How has the knife held up so far after 3 more months since you posted this review?
Max_Power
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Aug 17, 2017
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JmunandarHey buddy,
They have been holding up well. I have had no problems with any part of knives.
Honestly, I try to keep the knives nice also, so I don't misuse them like banging on them with a mallet to chop through bone, a cleaver would be used for that. I also hand wash them and haven't put them in the dishwasher.
I am happy overall with them plus they just look really good when I use them. :)
They have been holding up well. I have had no problems with any part of knives.
Honestly, I try to keep the knives nice also, so I don't misuse them like banging on them with a mallet to chop through bone, a cleaver would be used for that. I also hand wash them and haven't put them in the dishwasher.
I am happy overall with them plus they just look really good when I use them. :)
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Pros: ++ Sturdy handles on each knife. Very important. ++ Beautiful hammered texture. ++ Nice and sharp out of the box. ++ Price is just right.
Cons: (None so far. Only three months of ownership.)
Other thoughts: Great pair of knives to have. Very nice design and sturdy handles. If you do not have a knife sharpener, It is recommended you get a decent one made from GATCO or, if you can afford it, Wicked Edge. The standard crossed Cardbide cutters can ruin your knifes edge.