Can i sharpen a blade with a 20 degree angle with this sharpener?
652433
The carbide and ceramic plates are fixed at 40 degrees. If you have an edge, you could hone it with the diamond rod if you are steady.
652434
Should be able to. Using the slots it fits any angle. The diamond rod can be used also if you hold it to the degree you want it. It works great on all my knives.
652435
Yes, it is going to work just on the very edge and remove any burs on both sides of the blade. It works on all of my knives quite well.
535099
As in the product description, "The diamond grinding stone can take up to .5mm nicks off a blade, achieving a 35-degree angle." Which is a nice compromise, the Asian knifes are typically 30-degree and the European are usually 40-degree bevels (as per my Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmarker, that obviously does not work for ceramic knives). This diamond wheel one does a great job.
12292
No the angle is wrong for Japanese knives. He should look for sharpeners that specify for Japanese knives.Good Luck!
1820448
I've had the best luck with the Work Sharp sharpening system, available from Amazon as well. Most sharpeners I've used give you a 25 degree edge. This one sharpens at 20 degree angle, giving a much sharper and longer lasting edge.
479221
Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for... » Read More Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! « Show Less
1989243
This is like any other sharpener. It is not hard to find the best angle. You must find it by yourself because not all knives are made the same way.
1510693
It's really meant for knives with 15 degree angle. Most regular knives are sharpened to a larger angle. I've used it on some "regular knives" with very thin blades and it seems to work.
558863
$126 gets you the sharpener and one cutter. In this case, the 5/32 cutter. Timberline sells individual replacement cutters for $20. They estimate 40 sharpenings per cutter. http://www.timberlinesharpener.com/shop/additional-carbide-cutter Note that they also sell for a mere $12 a pair of angle guides. So rather than being locked to 30 degrees, you can also handle 25 degrees and 35 degrees! Nice. If only they would also support "tilt" other than just zero degrees. 10 degree tilt is very popular! Would be nice if Amazon sold these parts as well.
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You determine the angle by adjusting the arm up and down. I think one off the angles is like 10 degrees. I personal hollow ground a meat knife and then sharpened it with the unit and I think my new angle was around 15 degrees. this unit is by far the best sharpening method I have found.
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It would work very well, and actually should be used for a Gyuto knife. Because the blade is thinner and stronger than most, the 15 degree angle of the Asian sharpener is perfect. If you've used any other sharpener, again it will take awhile to get the blade to a 15 degree angle. Be patient.
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Amazon has a sharpener with adjustable angle for a bit over 20 dollars. That is appropriate, if you know what angle you want.
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Thank you for asking the question about the guides. Yes, the sharpener comes with 30 degree angle guides. You can always go to our website at www.timberlinesharpener.com to order the set of accessory guides that provide both 25 and 35 degrees for $12.
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YES! Use the Wusthof Asian-style sharpener. It does an excellent job. It has both a coarse and fine set of ceramic sharpening stones set at the proper angle for this blade. I have had this knife for quite a while and still love it.
1115068
You need to know the proper edge angle for your Gyuto knife as this sharpener is designed for the 15 degree Asian style edge which is thinner and sharper than say the traditional American blade. I know Cook's Illustrated rated this Chef's Choice Pronto the very best of it's type, but I don't recall what month the article was in nor if they mentioned using it on other style knifes. Perhaps someone can do a search for you if you ask the question again. Sorry...Ron
512678
According to the manufacturer, my favorite Victorinox Chef knives have a 15° edge (sharpen in slot 1), and their boning knives 20° (sharpen in slot 2). It's good I asked, or I would do it wrong!
2017884
No the blade is beveled to 16 degrees instead 24 so it's much safer to sharpen by hand or with shun sharpener but to get original blade like best to send back to shun for there free sharpening services
203513
Japanese knives are ground at a 15 degree angle, European at 22 degrees. Sharpeners for one are NOT compatible with the other style knife, unless you want your knife ground at the wrong angle