Is there a fine edge guard available for this cleaver? I thought I saw one at one point but can't find it now. Hank
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Never seen one. I continue to use the container it came in for storage and travel. Easy enough to make. A piece of wood, a table saw and some bungee cord.
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Messermeister has a six inch edge guard that is sold as an "add-on" item for less than $3 from Amazon. I don't know why it wouldn't work as it only covers the blade. Hope this helps.Terri
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I purchased the one sold by Outfitter Country storefront, on Amazon. 100% authentic new in box. I would be willing to sell mine for the right price which is still under the $170 Amazon price. It has never cut anything but a couple sheets of paper. I rarely carry it because I have so many blades in rotation. :)
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AG...just received my force today. it has the straight edge which is what I wanted. mine came from amazon, not one of the other suppliers so I'm not sure if the other suppliers are also shipping the straight edge
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Mine does not work on serrated edges. I think there are some others that do.
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Thanks! Exactly what I needed to know. Was debating between this and the half-moon edger.
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I've found that it's relatively easy to make a saya type guard for knives that don't fit in a block. If you follow this http://imgur.com/a/f6QNS you'll end up with a pretty sturdy cover.
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A bit disappointing that - mine came with a razor edge and has held it very well. There are lots of good sharpeners out there, and it's really whatever works for you. I have a old stone, which I use under a tap to keep it wet and stop clogging. Friends of mine swear by their Lansky kits, which I never got the hang of using.
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I would get in touch with the Stanley company at http://www.stanleytoolparts.com/ where they ave parts and accessories. Frankly, though, the blade is SO sharp and well-tempered that I would think it would be a very long time before it would have to be replaced.
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No, I threw mine away. In my opinion I believe it to be a very low-quality product and makes the condition of your knife edge worse. I recommend going on eBay and buying a strop from Starshaving. They are less then 20$ shipped, made in the USA and works for my EDC's my kabar and straight razors. You cant go wrong with a real strop, learn from my mistake and don't waste the few dollars on garbage. Good luck!
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You need to purchase one. I ordered Messermeister 12" Slicer Edge-Guard Messermeister 12" Slicer Edge-GuardSold by: Amazon.com LLC
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I am not sure, never broke one. I was able to order a replacement blade guard online. I would suggest contacting Hitachi Customer Service, get the part number, then try finding it online unless the Hitachi price is reasonable.
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I don't have a cleaver but I can stack my chefs knife and my santoku almost on top of each other. It is best for a smaller knife collection.
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The image on this item is not correct. The image at ridgid.com shows the current model. I have the current model, and at least both the stand and blade guard have been updated. The rest looks the same, but can't be sure.
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I tried going to arms2armoury and it looks like they are no longer in business. I emailed them, called their phone numbers and tried to live chat them - operator said the numbers no longer exist. So, I wouldn't recommend ordering from them on their website. Besides, they have an F rating by the Better Business Bureau which is not good - so beware. I have not found the scabbard anywhere else.
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(whew! I knew I saw it before, but had trouble finding it again after you asked. Guess I should order a couple now before I can never find them again). http://www.amazon.com/LawnMaster-CB1001-Replacement-Chipper-Blade/dp/B00845WJ8E
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Wish I could help, but I too, purchased a blade that would not cut. Lucky for me, that I bought two of them, the other cut just fine. But the one that didn't work, it was like it didn't have an edge on it. Perhaps it didn't. I tried and tried to use it, then finally gave up and put the other blade in and it cut through with ease, like a knife cutting through soft butter. I suggest you return that blade for another.
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I just use the cardboard guard the knife came with. I have others that I have kept for years and they work well.