I recieved it but it spin with no traction without using both hands, I have to grab sharpener's body with a pencel and then spin the other hand. But it is too different.How can I use it only one hand? When I use one hand after put a pencel, it spin...
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This type of sharpener is wall-mounted or table mounted. Spin the canister to find four screw mounts to secure it to a wall or table top. Wood should be at least 2 cm thick to support the sharpener. Once secured, it is the sturdiest most long-lasting best pencil sharpener you have ever used.
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I just got mine and I'm wondering if I should return, my drive shaft appears slightly bent and when I grind with nothing inside it scrapes ceramic on ceramic at one section of the rotation. :(
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...not sure if it is "normal", but the same thing happened to me. I just ignore it.....what other choice do you have? If you want the blade sharpened as far as the handle, there doesn't seem to be any other way. Holding the blade level as you draw it through the slot seemed to ameliorate that problem somewhat. I do like the product. I don't see any other way to get the blade sharpened as far as the handle.
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I did a quick touch up to mine and it seems if you follow the curves with your re sharpening it should stay its shape. Also remember they have a free sharpening service at Kershaw only paying for shipping there.
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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.
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My response to your questions is: I haven't tried it that way yet. I didn't realize it can go 3 different ways to drag until I read some more reviews more carefully yesterday. I tired it smooth side, and tines going back side. Didn't try the tines forward way and don't think for our property sake it will work correctly because lots of rocks are mixed in deeply with the soil. I think from just using it the 1st time, for me the drag corners tend to flip over - from going to fast and possible flipping from bigger rocks when I used it. I think it will for my intended uses take some time using it for what a harrow is designed to do. My response to your questions is: I haven't tried it that way yet. I didn't realize it can go 3 different ways to drag until I read some more reviews more carefully yesterday. I tired it smooth side, and tines going back side. Didn't try the tines forward way and don't think for our property sake it will work correctly because lots of rocks are mixed in deeply with the soil. I think from just using it the 1st time, for me the drag corners tend to flip over - from going to fast and possible flipping from bigger rocks when I used it. I think it will for my intended uses take some time using... » Read More My response to your questions is: I haven't tried it that way yet. I didn't realize it can go 3 different ways to drag until I read some more reviews more carefully yesterday. I tired it smooth side, and tines going back side. Didn't try the tines forward way and don't think for our property sake it will work correctly because lots of rocks are mixed in deeply with the soil. I think from just using it the 1st time, for me the drag corners tend to flip over - from going to fast and possible flipping from bigger rocks when I used it. I think it will for my intended uses take some time using it for what a harrow is designed to do. « Show Less
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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.
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Mig, did the black plastic on the inner (not visible when closed) part of the crank/sharpener somehow become separated from the chrome handle? Mine are fused together, and the both pieces stay connected when I unlock the sharpener. I'm just trying to get a visual of what you're describing in case I can help.
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There was no pedal with the unit I received. It had the switch to change from Tig to Stick. I don't recall if it had a stick stinger- The unit arrived damaged and I sent it back same day I received it. I did not think it was the micro 185 because of the stick option and the pictured unit on the Amazon page did not show the stick option. However I have since learn the 2013 models do have the stick option. Everlast has not updated the photos only the text of the 2013 models on their website to reflect the extra button to switch from Tig to Stick modes. I was not able to test the unit due to damage made me leery to attach a plug. There was no pedal with the unit I received. It had the switch to change from Tig to Stick. I don't recall if it had a stick stinger- The unit arrived damaged and I sent it back same day I received it. I did not think it was the micro 185 because of the stick option and the pictured unit on the Amazon page did not show the stick option. However I have since learn the 2013 models do have the stick option. Everlast has not updated the photos only the text of the 2013 models on their website to reflect the extra button to switch from Tig to Stick modes. I was not able to test the unit due to... » Read More There was no pedal with the unit I received. It had the switch to change from Tig to Stick. I don't recall if it had a stick stinger- The unit arrived damaged and I sent it back same day I received it. I did not think it was the micro 185 because of the stick option and the pictured unit on the Amazon page did not show the stick option. However I have since learn the 2013 models do have the stick option. Everlast has not updated the photos only the text of the 2013 models on their website to reflect the extra button to switch from Tig to Stick modes. I was not able to test the unit due to damage made me leery to attach a plug. « Show Less
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There is two possibilities here, Mr. Me. The first and most likely is that, when one side is not turned enough and you begin to turn another side, the tension will cause a piece or two to go flying. Don't worry, 99% of the time the pieces are fine and will pop right back in. The second possibility, though less likely, is that you received a cube that should have been picked out by quality control. If this is the case, contact the seller directly and explain. Just keep in mind that there is a language barrier so you email should be kept brief and direct.I hope this helpsW.G
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First, if it's still making noise when you put in a pencil, it's probably just jammed. Take something small to fit in the mechanism to get it out. However, if it's making NO noise when you put in the pencil, try the guarantee. Supposedly, you should be able to have the motor replaced if it's not even recognizing a pencil. None of the teachers on my campus have ever gone through the effort of the warranty because it's not as simple as we wish it could be. We are all switching over to manual sharpeners.
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This sharpener has three spinning grinding wheels. The one on the far left by itself is a coarse wheel which will remove alot of metal to put the right angle on the blade. The wheel in the center is a finer grit wheel which is used after the coarse wheel puts the angle on the blade. This finer wheel will make the knife sharp. The final wheel on the far right is a ceramic wheel which will put very sharp edge on the blade. Once you have done the 3 step process you can then just occasionally touch up the edge of your blade with the ceramic wheel, as long as you havent been abusing the cutting edge. All of the spinning wheels are dry, no water is used for this sharpener. Very nice sharpener for the price, I would buy it again if I needed to.
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No I though the same when I fist got it. It works better in time. It's tight at fist. Just grab it with a good grip and pull it apart. Wiggle it a bit and it will pull intwo. Do not twist it it will come apart. That's not how it works. I love the one I have.
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I don't know about for a left hand issue but the pair I got was so dull that it pulls the hair on every dog I've tried to use it on. I've gone back to the $11 ones. At least they are throwaway when they get dull. Probably just a bad pair. I'm going to try to find someone who will sharpen but don't want to spend half of what I paid for something to get it to work well. Not sure I would recommend. Sorry.
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I haven't actually used one of the pencils down to the end yet. But I remember attempting to sharpen one out of idleness and it sharpened... But don't do it unless the top piece is completely finished! Cause it gets messy otherwise lol
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It is possible that the blade is not all the way in. Mine had to be turned a little and carefully pushed in to the appropriate position. But once I got it on and tried to start it IT froze up on me. I could 't get it appear and ended up sending it back dirty. I DIDN't get another. I got a different brand. I hope you have a better experience than I did. Good luck.
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I do not own any Shun knives, and only one Heckels. I do have several Victorinox knives, one of which is their 8" chef's knife which has a 15°± Asian edge grind rather than the 20° European/American edge. This sharpener has two primary wheels, one for 20° and one for 15°. The final honing wheel is designed to put an amazingly sharp edge on either edge angle. Note that the honing wheel is ceramic rather than diamond dust as on some previous models. I had an earlier Chef's Choice with the diamond honing wheel. It was sufficient, but the edge didn't come close the sharpness the ceramic wheel on the 1520 is capable of producing. It's close to razor sharp. I love my 1520; I give it a five-star recommendation. I do not own any Shun knives, and only one Heckels. I do have several Victorinox knives, one of which is their 8" chef's knife which has a 15°± Asian edge grind rather than the 20° European/American edge. This sharpener has two primary wheels, one for 20° and one for 15°. The final honing wheel is designed to put an amazingly sharp edge on either edge angle. Note that the honing wheel is ceramic rather than diamond dust as on some previous models. I had an earlier Chef's Choice with the diamond honing wheel. It was sufficient, but the edge didn't come close the sharpness the ceramic... » Read More I do not own any Shun knives, and only one Heckels. I do have several Victorinox knives, one of which is their 8" chef's knife which has a 15°± Asian edge grind rather than the 20° European/American edge. This sharpener has two primary wheels, one for 20° and one for 15°. The final honing wheel is designed to put an amazingly sharp edge on either edge angle. Note that the honing wheel is ceramic rather than diamond dust as on some previous models. I had an earlier Chef's Choice with the diamond honing wheel. It was sufficient, but the edge didn't come close the sharpness the ceramic wheel on the 1520 is capable of producing. It's close to razor sharp. I love my 1520; I give it a five-star recommendation. « Show Less