is it durable? and how do you sharpen it, since I don't have any electric tools. just a normal knife sharpener
1605059
it is very durable a normal sharpner should do the trick. and always clean and oil it asap after each use.
1605060
The Kukri is a tool that will last forever. All you need is a stone to sharpen it or a good knife sharpener and some oil to wipe down the blade every now and then it will last a very long time
1605061
Ity's been solid for me...you can't use a knife sharpener on it. I took it to a shop to have the edge put on it.
1605062
Honestly bro its Ok and I just took it to a grind stone but I prefer the Gerber its way better to me
1605063
Extremely durable. Cold Steel has a good reputation for getting the carbon mix in their steel just right for a balance of durable and flexible, the blade is far tougher than stainless. There used to be a site called knifedestructiontests.com that showed a guy locking this kukri in a vise and hitting it with a sledgehammer on the flat of the blade, he couldn't break it, it flexed but did not warp. You do need to keep it oiled or it will rust. The curve near the handle does present a bit of a challenge for sharpening, I use the Lansky dual grit hockey-puck style stone.
250187
Use the cheap roller sharpener from IKEA! I have been using that for all my Henkel's for years and found it to be the best sharpener ever. Easy and quick. A few strokes on the roller will make it sharp as new. Simple and easy and never damage your precious knives. Never leave your knives dull and abuse them for a long period. It may harm the edge too badly and that will require major surgery to revive it.
422868
I use a work sharp electric sharpener on all my knives,It' quick easy and gives me a shaving edge.about $100 but worth it.
1825671
I have not had a need to sharpen the blade. It has been used seasonally and this is the second year of use. It is extremely sharp when it arrives and it remains sharp. I'm not certain as to what I will use to sharpen when the time comes.
1860588
I like the knife my friend has the same brand but not as good a model his works very well but gets. Hotter with prolonged use I have used mine for 4 hours straight without stopping his he needs to let rest every so often . I also like the blades that came with mine it easy to do small fish with the blades that are 1/2 the thickness but they can be bought separate . I have bought and and still have a Berkley knife and a tatertwister knife they was a a waist of money in my opinion . I hope this helps you make your mind .
874667
It won't break if you use it as a normal pocketknife. It is a great knife from kershaw & should last a long time. Rub a little oil on the blade from time to time. Not sure how it handles "things" but it can handles light to medium duty tasks.
1457936
I have no idea though I have had one for some time. It's cheaper to buy a new one than conventional sharpening unless you can do it all yourself.
1821874
I have no idea because I have not yet had to sharpen it. My experience with sharpeners is that it takes quite a while before they would need sharpening, so I wouldn't base a purchase decision on it.
312685
Yes, eventually it wears off on the edges. I'm looking at mine that are at least 8-10 years old, I tried to upload a picture, but I can't, sorry. Hardly bothers me though, because I LOVE these knives! I have newer ones too, they are maybe a year old without a mark! My new ones a still beautifully sharp. I still use my old one though, I just use a knife sharpener every now and then. The kuhn rikon sharpener works great, but don't drop it! The wheel will dislodge and it'll be worthless. I recently got the "Edge of Glory" sharpener, love it! Small, suctions to the counter, and works great with a few swipes. Yes, eventually it wears off on the edges. I'm looking at mine that are at least 8-10 years old, I tried to upload a picture, but I can't, sorry. Hardly bothers me though, because I LOVE these knives! I have newer ones too, they are maybe a year old without a mark! My new ones a still beautifully sharp. I still use my old one though, I just use a knife sharpener every now and then. The kuhn rikon sharpener works great, but don't drop it! The wheel will dislodge and it'll be worthless. I recently got the "Edge of Glory" sharpener, love it! Small, suctions to the counter, and works... » Read More Yes, eventually it wears off on the edges. I'm looking at mine that are at least 8-10 years old, I tried to upload a picture, but I can't, sorry. Hardly bothers me though, because I LOVE these knives! I have newer ones too, they are maybe a year old without a mark! My new ones a still beautifully sharp. I still use my old one though, I just use a knife sharpener every now and then. The kuhn rikon sharpener works great, but don't drop it! The wheel will dislodge and it'll be worthless. I recently got the "Edge of Glory" sharpener, love it! Small, suctions to the counter, and works great with a few swipes. « Show Less
926818
I bought mine in June 2013 and it's the best electric knife I've ever own. I use it in the house for everything, from slicing home made heavy bread, to carving the Thanksgiving turkey. It has plenty of power. I haven't found anything it can't slice, carve or cut. The battery charge seems to go on forever. I have to charge the battery so little that I even misplaced the charger until this morning. The chargers output is 8.4 volts at 1 amp. I bought the extra long blade and seem to use the longer blade the most (Big turkeys need the longer blade). I'm very happy that I found this knife on Amazon. I bought mine in June 2013 and it's the best electric knife I've ever own. I use it in the house for everything, from slicing home made heavy bread, to carving the Thanksgiving turkey. It has plenty of power. I haven't found anything it can't slice, carve or cut. The battery charge seems to go on forever. I have to charge the battery so little that I even misplaced the charger until this morning. The chargers output is 8.4 volts at 1 amp. I bought the extra long blade and seem to use the longer blade the most (Big turkeys need the longer blade). I'm very happy that I found this knife on... » Read More I bought mine in June 2013 and it's the best electric knife I've ever own. I use it in the house for everything, from slicing home made heavy bread, to carving the Thanksgiving turkey. It has plenty of power. I haven't found anything it can't slice, carve or cut. The battery charge seems to go on forever. I have to charge the battery so little that I even misplaced the charger until this morning. The chargers output is 8.4 volts at 1 amp. I bought the extra long blade and seem to use the longer blade the most (Big turkeys need the longer blade). I'm very happy that I found this knife on Amazon. « Show Less
284290
Good question we have had ours for many years and have not had to sharpen. We purchased a new one for when we wear out this one.
648364
I used one for years before replacing it, for $10. seems worthwhile. If you really want to though, then the same way you'd sharpen most knives/scissors. or with a wet rock. go nuts.
1627994
Same answer as W. M. Werich. It's a long lasting sharpener for $20. So far it has sharpened a lot of edges.
932367
Mine is serrated so it can't be sharpened, but it shouldn't have to be. They call it micro serrated, the teeth are very small and close together. Don't put the blades in the dishwasher or let hard stuff hit them and it should last a long time
828838
If it is not serrated, I imagine you could sharpen it, but why? It is already very sharp,cuts any veggie. Mine has not lost any sharpness. If you do sharpen it, take care!
1434085
It's fairly sharp out of the box, but I'd recommend sharpening it yourself. The pivot on mine is a rivet not a screw. Its firm enough not to open in my pocket.
932366
You can sharpen the blade! I pulled the blade out and took it to my local knife sharpener. He did it for a few bucks and it's good as new! You can also pull the blade out and use your blade straightener on it too.