What is the difference between this model and the accu sharp ? I just want a knife sharpener
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I really don't know. This model is the only one I have ever used. It is small and handy and does a good job. My daughter also has one and she is very happy with it. She says it does as good a job as any more expensive sharpener she has had.
1626576
im not sure but i know it works great it sharpened my knife to the point of easily cutting a piece of paper in half
1626577
Having never used the accusharp one, I can only say we bought this one because it is compact, a good price point and easy to use. It has a fine and a coarse side which makes it faster and easier to get an edge on a knife. We have bought these for four different people and no one has been disappointed.
1626578
The two-step version is for knives that have gotten so dull that they need an edge put on first, then that edge finely honed. I keep my knives pretty sharp, so I don't often need both steps.
895644
I do not think they are different. Only the difference is possibly older model and newer model. With my experience, I satisfy on all Sharp models. They run very quietly and they are very reliable, except the new one, New SHARP CV10CTXB 10,000 BTU that I do not have experience.
886971
So much better! I have both and the Lansky sharpener is my go-to. The weight of the Lansky sharpener gives me a better grip, and the quality of their ceramic stone is much greater. I get a better edge with the Lansky sharpener.
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I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass pro I am a knife lover and it is the best product I have found to give you a easy factory edge. I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass... » Read More I use a machine called the worx sharpener. It is a small belt sharpener that has changeable blade guides it basically puts the factory edge back on the knife. The edge depends on the use intended use the smaller the angle of the edge ie 20°the sharper but this will also dull faster. So I use 25° the edge holds up longer. My knife came with a good edge on it all I have done is rehone the factory edge back to sharp. But if you get it extra dull then you will have to use a more abrasive stone or belt which ever you have on hand. You can purchase a worx sharpener online or at cabelas or bass pro I am a knife lover and it is the best product I have found to give you a easy factory edge. « Show Less
511197
I don't know. I bought an extra when I got the clippers and haven't had the need to sharpen or replace yet! Sorry!
1894582
I would say no you don't. All I have is the Presto sharpener and it has sharpened evert knife in my house to a fine blade. It's so awesome having knives that actually cut! I'm very happy with my purchase.
643231
I've purchased several of these at Sam's Club, each time hoping the previous one was just a lemon. I think the model is a lemon. One stopped working a minute after plugging it in. When working, they sharpen fast, but I don't think you should buy one!
833513
Could the SELLER please respond? I understand it is a Japanese DESIGN, but WHERE is this sharpener actually MANUFACTURED? In particular, were is the CUTTING MECHANISM manufactured?
1633727
I don't believe it matters what brand knife you own. I have several brands of knifes and it works better than any of the other two sharpeners I have owned. It's a winner, unlike the Cubs.
1767523
The accusharp is easy to use. Three or four swipes per blade before you use it is more than enough. And it's like having a new knife. I ordered an expensive new knife before I got the sharpener, and was sorry afterward. My old set of knives were perfectly adequate, just not sharp. Nothing like a sharp knife. You'll be amazed.
931413
I have actually used both. I like the three stage unit because it seems to keep the blades sharper longer. It is angled for Global knives, which are different than some others, and the three stages seems to result in a finer edge, especially when dealing with paring knives and the like.
434804
For sharpening at home I love this thing! Easy to use and works great! I have all Wusthof knives so I figured I'd get their sharpener too. You should also have a steel. Once you get a good edge from the sharpener you use the steel between sharpenings to keep the edge super sharp! I use my steel almost every time I so I don't have to use the sharpener much.
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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
223323
Hey Dan, The Komachi's ship with the blade sharpen to percise, very thin measure's. Funny thing that I've experienced is if I use a different sharpener, it never works as good as the one I used originally. I'll go back to the original and I've got a shrp blade again. So I would imagin that if that was the only sharpener you use it would work, but I would use it very delicate. Another fit and very inexpensive sharpener that will work is the Rada Knives sharpener.
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Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese angle blade. I almost messed that one up before I caught my mistake. Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese... » Read More Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese angle blade. I almost messed that one up before I caught my mistake. « Show Less
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Personally I just use the spyderco sharpmaker. Seen here - http://m.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=77 It works beautifully to sharpen knives, among other things as well. It's on a amazon for just under $60. Seen here - http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000Q9C4AE
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Asian knives and Henckles, Wustof ie western variety have different edges, relating to the angles. Do a google search to get the precise info, but in any case if you have the "western" knives, get the non-Asian sharpener. BTW, I love the Chef's Choice. It is elegant in its simplicity and efficiency and does a great job of sharpening.