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Chances are you've heard it said "a sharp knife is safer than a dull one". I believe this quote originated from first hand experience and I find it to be true. The Sharpmaker was Spyderco's first product, which they made and sold before getting into the knife business. It's true -- First they made things sharp, then they made sharp things.
The Tri-Angle Sharpmaker includes two sets of high alumina ceramic stones: A pair of medium-grit (brown) stones for aggressive sharpening and a set of fine (white) stones for professional grade finishing. The stones are triangular for sharpening Plainedges on the flat sides and SpyderEdges (serrations) on the corners. A furrow running the length of each stone lets you sharpen pointed items like fishhooks, darts and awls. Included is a set of brass safety rods - protecting the users hands while sharpening. All components snap into the self-contained ABS plastic base and lid -- ready to travel with you.
Die-cut into the base are keyed slots and holes fitted for the stones. They accurately set the stone's sharpening angle at a 30° (15° each side) or 40° (20° each side) for knives and a 12.5° scissor setting. Turn the base over, a channel lets you lay two stones side-by-side (flat-side up) for use as a benchstone. The lid snaps halfway over the base creating a handhold for stability while you're sharpening. Included is a set of brass safety rods to protect the users hands while sharpening.
Ceramic stones, like glass, will break if dropped -- handle carefully. Use them dry - without oil, water or lubricants. To clean simply scrub the stones with a plastic scouring pad and powdered abrasive cleaner then let them air-dry. Also autoclave safe. System comes with instruction book and DVD.
MSRP: $74.95
A Personal Note: I purchased this sharpener over 20 years ago and it is still going strong! I highly recommend this for those who do not want to spend a lot of time using a flat stone as well as for the quick edge touch-ups for those of us who enjoy taking an half-hour to get "The Razor Edge" on a flat stone.
Dave Jones, Founder
YourPerfectKnife.com