My favorite method to polish and remove scratches from knives.

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  • čas přidán 7. 09. 2022
  • So this is my favorite method to polish and fix scratches in knives. I will also at times use Scotch Brite belts and small mandrels for Dremel tools but the Radial Disk is my favorite secret weapon. The brand name ones are not cheap, but are total worth it and they last a long time and make almost no mess. I have not found any ones in the two inch or 3 inch that are not 3M or Dedeco but in 1 inch and smaller there are many.
    Dedeco 6 PLY I use these to even the final finish these are very high quality.
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    Dedeco Store has all their other products
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    FPPO 42 Piece 1” Disk This brand has worked great for me and for only 15.99 and they also have up to 2500 grit many others stop at 1000
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    OPAVIOC Jewelry Polisher- Comes with a nice supply of things to get started and only around $85
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    Flitz Paste my favorite polish. The regular is good but I prefer the paste.
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    Dremel 8220
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    Dremel Vice
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    Rotary Tool Stand Holder
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    Flitz
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Komentáře • 222

  • @user-dz3dc7ho7m
    @user-dz3dc7ho7m Před 7 měsíci +65

    Hi I am a little old and not in good health, so sitting at my work bench polishing and sharpening knives takes a lot off my mind. I like Buck knives and have acquired several older knives. What I have discovered is a lot of people don’t know how to sharpen Buck knives, so I have some with a lot of scratches on them. I am the kind of guy that learns from videos, so you have been very helpful. Thanks

    • @hope4ourfallen
      @hope4ourfallen Před 7 měsíci +4

      Hoping you will have the honor of passing your skills down to the next generation ❤

    • @carolinabarbershop
      @carolinabarbershop Před 6 měsíci +1

      What methods do you use for sharpen Bucks and what do you see people doing wrong?

    • @MidNiteR32
      @MidNiteR32 Před 6 měsíci +8

      Wish you nothing but good health!

    • @buck2.050
      @buck2.050 Před 3 měsíci

      BLESS your heart do you know LORD JESUS CHRIST as your own personal savior and LORD of your life

    • @JustJimJr
      @JustJimJr Před 10 dny

      Right on brother. I'm in a similar boat. Busted up/disabled veteran, playing around, sanding & polishing knives. Just got 30 Japanese knives. I wanna learn new handle making also.

  • @henryhilliard3332
    @henryhilliard3332 Před 7 měsíci +9

    Professionalism and dedication, rare these days.

    • @wesleycotten9580
      @wesleycotten9580 Před 2 měsíci

      To be the devils advocate, its hard to make money with todays cost of living spending this much time on something but it’s good to see people doing it. But if you can establish yourself and build a reputation then people will be lined up out the door for your services if you do it right.

    • @mattsadventureswithart5764
      @mattsadventureswithart5764 Před 15 dny

      It's just as common as it was in the past.
      The difference, now, is that few are willing to pay for it. If you're not willing to pay for it, you won't see it all around you.

  • @ninety2amigos27
    @ninety2amigos27 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Ten bucks for having my knives handled and sharpened with your passion is an absolute steal I'd say man. Don't doubt your prices, most knife customers have the mentality of "if i get someone to sharpen my knives when i cant myself, ill pay double if not triple the normal rate just to know my knives are being treated with the same respect i give them myself"
    Just picked up a dremel for knife maintence and handle making so thanks for the great video & tips!

    • @RealBoiJare
      @RealBoiJare Před 3 měsíci +1

      I agree 100%. It’s a totally fair price

    • @mattsadventureswithart5764
      @mattsadventureswithart5764 Před 15 dny

      I've got a couple of good kitchen knives and would be happy to pay for sharpening with this level of care.
      I've got a tormek, and am capable of doing them myself, but paying someone to do this would be worth it.

  • @flitz
    @flitz Před rokem +26

    Dude! Thanks for the Flitz love! 👍👍👀 Sweet job on that Buck! For the record, our paste polish come in between 4000 and 4500 grit. The liquid between 6000 and 6500. Both technically "non-abrasive", but the fact is everything is sort of abrasive. (Paper towels are the worst!!) Glad you're digging the Matte Finish Cleaner!! Keep up the great work!!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +4

      Very cool thanks for providing the exact stats I just got 3 more tubes of paste in yesterday I try to have extra as customers sometimes want to buy it but I do love the entire product line have used the wood wax as well on wood knife handles and fire arms and I own the full set of your polishing balls for my drill and the are really awesome on my Ram truck and going to do the Chrome on my boat soon. Thanks for checking out my video. They do sell some cool knife and gun restoration kits with multiple products. The matte finish clean is awesome fellow sharpeners on EDC’s you don’t want shiny-best product I have found.

    • @marcn8750
      @marcn8750 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN gray thanks. For a satin finish, what grit would you use?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      @@marcn8750 I would say No higher than 400 the 220 is probably perfect but also depends on the metal

    • @freedomenergy6644
      @freedomenergy6644 Před 5 měsíci

      ​@@ALXSHARPENThankyou for sharing. What brand do you use to polish you ram truck?

  • @asc3ndantone
    @asc3ndantone Před rokem +7

    I have seen these in my Dremel set for years and never used them because I had no idea what they were for 😅 thank you for this.

  • @richarddixon2612
    @richarddixon2612 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Having recently inherited my dad's knife collection, I've been watching a lot of knife sharpening and restoring videos. By far yours have provided the most detail. I shall practice on my cheap Chinese knives before I tackle any of my fathers'. Subscribed to your channel right away.

  • @mattpearson8843
    @mattpearson8843 Před rokem +5

    In this ocean of "how to polish" videos you nailed it man... Excellent tips... Thank You and keep up the good work..!

  • @mikeposton527
    @mikeposton527 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I glad to have watched this video, I think it is the small things like giving the knife a shine up before returning them to the customer, it is something they probably wouldn’t do themselves and I think they will start thinking about your service when they start looking shabby again.

  • @31emxof
    @31emxof Před 14 dny

    I've had a Dremel sitting, rarely used, for a long-long time. The more I get into knives and sharpening...considering it as a side-gig, I'm sure glad I kept it around!

  • @Bmo1414
    @Bmo1414 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for sharing these tips, this very helpful and priceless information.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 20 dny +1

      no problem thank you for watching it

  • @danielbottner7700
    @danielbottner7700 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing, I have looked at most of those products for finishing knives. Showing us how to use them & the results is very helpful. I am starting to make custom kitchen knives, looking for ways to achieve a commercially viable finish in a reasonable time frame.

  • @loubonaparte5063
    @loubonaparte5063 Před rokem +2

    incredible content again... as usual!!!

  • @tomdowser
    @tomdowser Před rokem +3

    Thanks for sharing
    Really enjoyed the info.

  • @MateoLukeShare
    @MateoLukeShare Před rokem +1

    Thank-you that is so helpful!

  • @MrSoarman
    @MrSoarman Před 8 měsíci +1

    Great service

  • @gs637
    @gs637 Před rokem +2

    Good stuff, thanks!

  • @knife_knut
    @knife_knut Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for this video AND for the links! Outstanding!!!

  • @johnsmith-fz3qk
    @johnsmith-fz3qk Před rokem +2

    Made a lock knife for my father, scratched some of the metal surfaces during the process (new to carpentry) and was looking for a method to remove some of the scratches. I'm sold! Trying this out on the weekend!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      just be patient work through your grit progressions another good way is Scotch Brite belts on a 1x30 if you have really bad scratches to get out.

  • @seansmart3440
    @seansmart3440 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great video. Thank you!

  • @lumanpaul
    @lumanpaul Před měsícem

    Thanks... I'm going to try these practices.

  • @ghatonn78
    @ghatonn78 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great information learned a lot cheers.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I have a recent video showing the same disks on jewelry buffers that I now use they are really awesome. Have a pretty nice collection of radial disk options in my shop.

  • @wccross4147
    @wccross4147 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Wow ! You have packed a lot of super useful information in this video. As someone just inching my way into the sharpening world, I don't know if I could justify the expense, but know the possibilities if called for. Thanks !!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Just do it a little at a time as my business picked up I added more gear. Now I have a lot but I paid for it all with money from sharpening. It doesn't take log.

  • @CalvinMorris-cf8jk
    @CalvinMorris-cf8jk Před 7 měsíci +1

    thank you for sharing. good job.

  • @Orlosthedruid
    @Orlosthedruid Před 5 měsíci

    AWESOME STUFF !!!!

  • @steveocvirek6671
    @steveocvirek6671 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video - thank you for making it. Lots of useful info - especially starting at a finer grit and working to a heavier grit on an unknown surface. (wish I knew that one in the past)...

  • @fredchevalier2333
    @fredchevalier2333 Před rokem +11

    Great video and THANK YOU! You just saved me some money, I'm a beginner knifemaker and was about to purchase a variable speed bench grinder to polish metal as my current model isn't variable speed. The model I was gonna get costs @170 and it only turns down to 2000 rpm, that Opavioc polisher looks to be a better way to go! Liked and subbed! 🙂

  • @MemoriesRR
    @MemoriesRR Před rokem +1

    Thank you.

  • @RzTheTree
    @RzTheTree Před 2 měsíci

    These seem like theyre an amazing investment for keeping beautiful blades nice and pristine for long time. Only sharpen my own knives and other coworkers knives but this aould be a nice tool to add to my kit

  • @user-dz3dc7ho7m
    @user-dz3dc7ho7m Před 7 měsíci

    Wow great video I have wore out bags of steel wool and I have two dremel tools. Going to try your way thanks

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      i am working on an update I now use two jewelry buffers with them and 3" radials check out this video too czcams.com/video/G5A5I4j179E/video.htmlsi=kGhJp8eiCJnWzQHd

  • @chethaynes5802
    @chethaynes5802 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing all of the information.
    A Very Minor Detail.
    "FLITZ" does not contain an "N".

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      Yes thanks I know I have corrected its pronunciation in my more recent videos. Has been mentioned many times…I just can’t help it that I wish it had an N in the name.

    • @chethaynes5802
      @chethaynes5802 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN
      I do appreciate you sharing your expertise 🙂👍

  • @kengolden8445
    @kengolden8445 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I smiled when seeing your video. I was seeing you use the same equipment and attachments that I've been using for over four years and I agree with you as to how easy it is to get a knife looking as best as it can be. Although I haven't used any Flint products but I use Diamond 20.000 grit paste and some one micron My business is Ultra Sharp and I sharpen most anything from Circukar saw and chaisaw blades to and including Hair stylist scissors. I enjoyed wathing your video

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 6 měsíci

      Nice I have an updated video on polishing I just did the other week this one is a bit dated and I have added a lot more gear to the polishing table. What state are you in?

    • @trumanhw
      @trumanhw Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@ALXSHARPEN I hope you've worked on your camera work ... bc you had no clue how much slower you have to show things ... the camera needs time. The way to solve that is to not look at the knife directly, but to look through the camera until you see what you want us to see. It CANNOT WORK the other way.

  • @alaskajohn5695
    @alaskajohn5695 Před rokem +1

    Wow, very helpful, New Subscriber, Thank You …

  • @johngilbert974
    @johngilbert974 Před 8 měsíci

    Very interesting!

  • @ericward9159
    @ericward9159 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you

  • @joejones9520
    @joejones9520 Před 11 měsíci

    Flitz, the type in the gray tube like you have, is utterly amazing, it's like magic the way it makes things shiny and glossy, I never dreamed Id be able to get my knives so shiny, it works great just by hand too if you rub it until it starts to dry, I use WD40 to remove the black residue it leaves on things like mother of pearl handles.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Awesome never tried the WD40 to remove the residue but I’m definitely going to try it now thanks for the Tip👍🔪

  • @j.p.4541
    @j.p.4541 Před 4 měsíci

    Damn good video sir,
    I too love using Flintz. Use it a lot on my Falkniven knives and other stainless knives. Thank you for sharing.

  • @garetkonigsfeld2
    @garetkonigsfeld2 Před 7 měsíci

    I get the same type of wheel but in 6in. They will put a factory scratch patern on your blade in seconds. Good info. Thanks for sharing. 👍

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Nice this video is from Nov 2022 I now use the the 3” ones a lot on 2 jewelry buffing machines I am working on an updated video. I would love the big one you have but I don’t really have the room right now for any more buffers in the shop. Those are also really expensive but probably last forever-

  • @tdematteo01
    @tdematteo01 Před rokem +2

    This is a great video. I get streaks when I polish with a dremmell type tool. Do these type eliminate that problem?

  • @trueblu8
    @trueblu8 Před rokem +2

    13:42 Flitz ✨

  • @trueblu8
    @trueblu8 Před rokem +7

    Awesome video! This is just what I needed to see. I have gotten into collecting and restoring vintage straight razors. It's a lot of work trying to restore these things by hand. And it really beats up your hands and fingers. I was wondering if there was an easier way to do this with power tools. And your video is perfect because it shows us just how to do that. I have a Dremel and Flitz. All I would need to get are those dental polishing attachments, and a Jeweler's buffing machine. Thank you so much.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      Do you sharpen straight razors. I get ask about them every so often but I don’t have any whetstones higher than 8000 so I have never really gotten into them. If you do was just wondering what your process is for sharpening them if you don’t mind sharing

    • @trueblu8
      @trueblu8 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Yes. It's pretty easy. Guys usually charge $25 to hone a razor. Just do a search for how to hone or sharpen a straight razor. There are so many good videos on the topic. Guys like Dr. Matt, geofatboy, Lynn Abrams, Robert Ortiz and so many others do a great job of showing you how to do it. I'll see if I can find a good video and post the link here.
      czcams.com/video/9xl4w3JrF0s/video.html&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      @@trueblu8 what grit stone is the highest you use for razors?

    • @trueblu8
      @trueblu8 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN usually you set the bevel first with a 1000 or 2000 grit stone and then go through a progression of 4000 to 8000 or 10,000 or 12,000. You can finish on anywhere from 8k to 16k but some guys go even higher to 20k or 30k. And then there's Arkansas stones, coticules, and Japanese natural stones. It's a deep rabbit hole. I suggest watching some of those videos because the guys can tell you how to keep it simple with using like only two different stones. Some guys can get away with only using one stone and changing the grit by creating a slurry with a slurry stone and then gradually diluting that slurry with water to make it finer and using lighter strokes as they finish up. It's a pretty cool process actually. Here's another video. And I posted one above. But there are so many other good ones out there. Just do a CZcams search for how to hone or sharpen a straight razor.
      czcams.com/video/GAsAHKsYPg4/video.html&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

    • @trueblu8
      @trueblu8 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN czcams.com/video/xQ7LUOhvh_M/video.html&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

  • @conormarie4310
    @conormarie4310 Před 8 měsíci

    I've tried those for final polishing of welds and maybe I was too aggressive but they didn't last long. Might try them again for this as they certainly remove metal at a fair rate.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Very common mistake you can’t push hard let the abrasive do the work also make sure your weld isn’t crazy ruff or sharp that should be taken down with sandpaper first keep in mind these are for polishing not sanding use the cheap Chinese 80 grit if you have something ruff but it you get good ones keep them for finishing work

  • @tammber
    @tammber Před 3 měsíci

    enjoy watching the towel on the last 5 minutes.😂

  • @judgetoogood1033
    @judgetoogood1033 Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome

  • @billmccafferty7816
    @billmccafferty7816 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for your kindness in answering my questions. If I may can you tell me where you got your bit holder. I looked everywhere and can not find any that large
    , Thank you again.

  • @Human_Evolution-
    @Human_Evolution- Před rokem

    Do you sharpen knives via USPS? I have a blade I'd like a mirrored bevel on.

  • @thegoatrtb
    @thegoatrtb Před rokem +1

    I just need to know what mandrel you are using and where to get it so I can use those sweet 2" wheels on my Dremel:)

  • @Blinkerd00d
    @Blinkerd00d Před 7 měsíci +1

    Flitz will only remove blue from a gun if it was COLD blue. It won't bother anything that was hot blued.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci +1

      good info to know

    • @Blinkerd00d
      @Blinkerd00d Před 7 měsíci

      @@ALXSHARPEN it's also a good way to check if a gun has been "touched up."

  • @zcypress111
    @zcypress111 Před 4 měsíci

    This is a great video! Where do you get your mandrels for the Dedeco 6-ply discs that have a 1/8" shank? The one I bought doesn't allow for the thickness of the disc.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Amazon check my store for sharpeners on my website I have them in there as well as the replacement screws you need to swap out of the mandrel alxsharpen.com

  • @Hindenburgs_potential

    Flitz will only remove cold blue collectors use it to find parts that are not original to a collectible firearm when they are purchasing at gun shows.

  • @extrastixx583
    @extrastixx583 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for this. Extremely new to polishing but have a folding knife with a Vanadis steel blade that needs some scratches removed. Would the 220 radial be the starting point on that as well?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I have a video i am working on a polishing job now that will help you. It will be out soon it the Puma White Hunter Knife I am polishing. To answer you it's hard to say without seeing it depend on how deep the scratches are. Some things are to deep for radial disc and need sand paper or 3M Scotch Brite Belts

    • @extrastixx583
      @extrastixx583 Před 4 měsíci

      @@ALXSHARPENappreciate the reply. The scratches aren’t deep at all, just annoying as the knife was band new. Scrubbing stains off of the knife with an abrasive sponge left scratches. Will stay tuned for your vid 🙏

  • @Milan1.4034
    @Milan1.4034 Před 8 měsíci

    Sehr schöne Auswahl sympathisch vorgetragen 👍 Das Wolfgangs spricht mich irgendwie an. Habe die Marke aber irgendwie unter "nicht so dolle" bei mir abgespeichert. Muss ich mir wohl nochmal anschauen. Viele Grüße 👋 Milan

  • @drmikeyb1
    @drmikeyb1 Před 5 měsíci

    I just saw this video and im sortof familiar with your bench top polisher,but where do you purchase the 4" wheels. Thank you

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 5 měsíci

      www.alexandriaknifesharpening.com/sharpening
      scroll to down I have links to almost everything

  • @andrewhayes1165
    @andrewhayes1165 Před 8 měsíci

    How do I get in touch with you to mirror my blades?

  • @glengrossnickle4985
    @glengrossnickle4985 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I have an older combat knife my son got me. I would like to get it looking good because he got it. It has a couple of deep pits in it. How do i get them out without damaging the blade. I'm new to this help please.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci +1

      So depending on how deep they are you may have to sand them. Next would be 3M Surface Belts. then Radial Disks , then buffers would be my progression. If it has rust on it I really like Evapo Rust first before doing anything to it amzn.to/3ZO6eX7 It's really good at removing rust without causing damage like acids and other methods. I use it a lot in my shop

  • @niclasholm1303
    @niclasholm1303 Před 3 měsíci

    Hi! Thanks for video! Is it not difficutl to get an even finish with dremel? Especially on a kitchen knife? What is your take on that? Appreciate your input!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 3 měsíci +1

      It's definitely harder if you watch my more recent video updates you will see I now use jewelry buffers with 3" radial disk for most of the finish work but the Dremel or Foredom tool are still very helpful on hard to hit areas like the bottom of bolsters. I also set a new axe handle the other day on an old Collins Axe and the Foredom Tool carving bits saved me a lot of time sizing and shaping the axe handle.

    • @niclasholm1303
      @niclasholm1303 Před 3 měsíci

      @@ALXSHARPEN thanks! Where do you buy the 80grit and the other buffer wheels? Could not find them but maybe I missed them?

  • @russrua2937
    @russrua2937 Před 7 měsíci

    Hi....the silver tiered drill holder in the top of your video picture. What make/model is it ? And where can I get one from ?

  • @JR-5465
    @JR-5465 Před rokem

    I bought the 2 Inch TC 6-PLY Radial Bristle Disc and got Gyros Stainless Steel Mandrel, 1/8" Shank, Fits 1/4" Arbor Hole but the screw isn't long enough did you have to match up the treads and get a longer screw ? Or did I get the wrong mandrels for a dremel ? Thanks for any help.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +1

      I had to add longer screws from the hardware store.

  • @dougsorensen7594
    @dougsorensen7594 Před 7 měsíci

    Could I impose and ask what disk and speed would work best for polishing aluminum window framing on a classic trailer I'm restoring? Thanks in advance. I presume Flitz would work well once I get the 60 year old corrosion removed.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      I have used my 6 ply disk to restore a scratched sink but for most things it’s best to go through the progression of 80-120-220-400-3 micron- 1 micron I am mostly working with stainless steel and not aluminum so I can’t really say for sure but for knives if I’m just doing a general appearance clean up 220 and 400 are usually very good for not having to go through the entire process There are also some very good larger machines for fixing stainless steel but not sure what they would do on aluminum

  • @trueblu8
    @trueblu8 Před rokem +1

    Do you ever restore vintage straight razors? I imagine it would be similar to knives but a little more delicate.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      I have sharpened a few but have not restored any vintage razors

    • @trueblu8
      @trueblu8 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Man I would love to see you do a restoration video on an old vintage straight razor. I can provide the razor if need be. Just looking for a good tutorial for the rest of us amateur restorers that are doing this as a side hobby. Love your video. It's one of the best I've seen, even though it is for knives and not straight razors.

  • @exploreraa983
    @exploreraa983 Před rokem

    Hi- would these discs be able to polish out laser-etching on kitchen knife blades?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      I think they could I know they can remove makers marks and logos from kitchen knives I have also removed black knife finish from knives that got scratch up and the owner wanted it taken off, but I'm not sure if those logos are put on via laser or some other process. I have removed paint with them also so they are an effective abbrasive that's not like anything else out there. I just don't know enough about laser logos to say 100 percent yes

  • @paullmight42
    @paullmight42 Před měsícem

    nice...i have a knife coming with a few blems on the blade that i need to figure out how to fix...this might be it!...im seriously considering that 15$ set you have listed(its so cheap why not lol)...do you notice the start/stop spots at all? i realize this isnt necessarily for a show finish...

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před měsícem

      Watch my most updated video’s on my polishing this is the oldest I have some even better methods

  • @Bistinglolwut
    @Bistinglolwut Před 13 dny

    Any tips on fixing the scratch pattern/grain(?) of the blade?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 12 dny

      Many videos on it I have a category for polishing you may like this one czcams.com/video/N4P-9uPFGC0/video.html and also look for the Puma White hunter video in those I fix the scratch pattern and finish

  • @chiefslief1886
    @chiefslief1886 Před měsícem

    Hello, i like this video review but I was wondering at 19:23 why is it a no no in that direction?
    I just got started with buffing a knife so..
    Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 20 dny

      You can catch the blade edge and it will throw the knife across the room

  • @billymccafferty5215
    @billymccafferty5215 Před 5 měsíci

    Will the Dedeco mandrels fit into most dremels? Please help, do not want to purchase these expensive kits if they don’t fit it into my Dremel. Thanks in advance.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 5 měsíci +1

      yes if you go to my website under ALXSHARPEN.com under the "For Sharpeners" section I have sourced all the parts and things you need to put them on a dremel all of the 2" and smaller work with the dremels and the screws I have listed you do have to change out the screw in the mandrels I have listed. Also go watch my more updated video on polishing it also has the link to my store in the description czcams.com/video/wB5GOHN4hKs/video.htmlsi=IA6rN01Q0Q7LKa8f

  • @geopwd
    @geopwd Před 6 měsíci

    Quickly but they do take some time.

  • @pinikpikantv3555
    @pinikpikantv3555 Před rokem

    Just wondering How to remove scratches on a polypropelene handle ?

  • @thegoatrtb
    @thegoatrtb Před rokem

    My understanding is that the 2" wheels take a 1/4" shank and I'm wondering how you are using that with your Dremel since it only takes 1/8" shank? I'm asking because I love the video and want to do the same and I also have a Dremel. Thank you.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      Check out my new video on handle restoration in the description I list the arbors at the top of the products I have a link to them. They have 1/8 shanks but the screws they come with are to small in length just replace it with a longer screws and your good to go on Dremels with the 2” discs I’m pretty sure the screw is metric but I had no problem finding what I needed at the hardware store it needs to be almost 1inch in length and I think it’s a 5.5 or 5.95mm which is really close to 1/4 inch so that’s how I get them to work it’s a common size and thread and you can definitely get them at most hardware stores

    • @thegoatrtb
      @thegoatrtb Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Thank you! I will check out the vid and try to mimic the setup. I'm a knife collector so this kind of thing excite me lol.

  • @MidlifeCrisisTactical

    I was given an old Randall from the early 1970s that has some very tiny pock marks along the length of the blade. Would this process work for those or is this process more appropriate for scratches? Thank you

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +1

      Definitely best for scratches radial disk don’t remove any significant material they are for polishing they won’t work great for pocks or even deep scratches

    • @MidlifeCrisisTactical
      @MidlifeCrisisTactical Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Thank you!

  • @judgetoogood1033
    @judgetoogood1033 Před 7 měsíci

    Sorry, but I could not find the set of 6 two inch 6ply on the Amazon. What else do I need for putting on my Foredom. Thank you

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      so from what i see they must have sold out of the set but you can get the 6ply individually and they currently have a 3 ply set. I like the 6 much better or the jewelry buffer ones are my current favorite amzn.to/3S3JLDX

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      be sure to watch this one I now use two jewelry buffing machines with radial disks czcams.com/video/G5A5I4j179E/video.htmlsi=dZ-8B9bRfQeG7w2w

  • @jeremyjlai89
    @jeremyjlai89 Před rokem

    Are any of these attachments recommended for removing light surface rust or patina?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +2

      Yes Radial disk remove rust or patina beautifully without damaging the actual surface. But if doing good things don't use cheap knock off ones go for Dedeco or 3m I have links in the description for important finish work I only the better ones. I use the cheap ones on garden tools. Also if removing just Patina I would work high grit to low to see where you can remove it without having to do more polishing than necessary then work back up through your grits

    • @jeremyjlai89
      @jeremyjlai89 Před rokem

      Thanks so much for the quick reply! I really enjoyed your video as it taught me new methods other than the hand sanding means I’ve been using. I have the dremel tool and the cheaper attachments already but am going to get the dedesco ones now as per your advice! Have a great day!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +1

      @@jeremyjlai89 there really great and don’t shy from the cheaper ones for rust removal I actually just filmed some today to show what they can do on some very rusty hedgers but for finishing and good knives I use the good ones I also just added some 3 inch ones going to show on a new video but they are so much better than wire wheels or scotch Brite and make almost no mess when polishing. I only use little wire wheels now for bur removal of serrations.

  • @MyScooter57
    @MyScooter57 Před rokem

    Thank you! And please don’t pay attention to bitter mo fos.

  • @macpac3803
    @macpac3803 Před rokem

    Suppose these should put a chrome like finish on gun parts?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      Well they go as high as 1 micron and have seen some that claim 2000 grit to get chrome or mirror finish you will want to hit it with a buffer they come very close but not perfect mirror really great for brushed high finish like busters on knives or Western Knives. I was doing a high polished Shun this would not be my final step I would hit a buffer as well.

  • @oguzkan4651
    @oguzkan4651 Před 7 měsíci

    Hello, where can I buy these large sanding felts? Is there a brand name?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      Can you give me a time in the video not sure what you are referring to

    • @oguzkan4651
      @oguzkan4651 Před 7 měsíci

      @@ALXSHARPEN 2:15Where can I get the large felts in minute size or what is the brand?😊

  • @Naddan49
    @Naddan49 Před rokem

    At 2:22 you show the 2 inch radial disk with a 1/4 inch arbor hole. Where do you get the mandrels that fit a 1/8 Dremel?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      amzn.to/3A4T3Fj

    • @Naddan49
      @Naddan49 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Wow, thanks I've been hunting all over for that. Great video by the way!

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      you will need to replace the screw on top with a longer screw needs to be 3/4 inch in thread length pretty sure this is what you need amzn.to/41u686K

    • @Naddan49
      @Naddan49 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN Ordered, thanks.

  • @geopwd
    @geopwd Před 6 měsíci

    So another words you do charge them for the polishing.

  • @vinnym5095
    @vinnym5095 Před 7 měsíci

    How would I polish an ivory knife handle?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 6 měsíci

      I haven't every worked with ivory

  • @slipjoint3168
    @slipjoint3168 Před rokem

    That dark colored block on your work station. Is that linoleum? From a hobby store? TIA.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      No it's jewler's block great for lots of things you can get them on Amazon amzn.to/3KgPq5t

  • @realsharpknives7988
    @realsharpknives7988 Před 4 měsíci

    Dedeco radial disc abrasives are great and better than the Chinese brands.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 4 měsíci

      Agree much better but the Chinese are good for removing rust from things like garden tools I like the 80 dark green and 220 red for that but for knives I use all Dedeco disk also the Chinese don't come any bigger than 1 inch

  • @TheArter84
    @TheArter84 Před 5 měsíci

    I recommend not using any gloves even when buffing on the big wheel. According to people in the know, it's safer just to go without so that it doesn't aid in getting your hand/arm/torso/face sucked into that whirly dream of spinning death. Haha :) good video

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 5 měsíci +1

      yeah it's one that's debated a lot I will only use leather gloves if its a small thing I know is going to burn my fingers because I have to get really close

  • @sibylle_p
    @sibylle_p Před měsícem

    Why are you using Lysol instead of plain water?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 13 dny +1

      It cleans the knife and also helps keep the radial disk clean and works a little better than just water

  • @raging_rhino2582
    @raging_rhino2582 Před rokem +1

    By "scratch pattern" are you talking about the grain of the steel?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +2

      Well it can be the grain of the steel but can also be the grain of the abrasive used to cut the steel or grind a bevel that can leave a distinct scratch pattern different than the grain of the steel

    • @raging_rhino2582
      @raging_rhino2582 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN okay wait... So the abrasive has no grain it creates a pattern of scratches BUT that's not grain by any definition I've ever heard or seen. Can we agree that the "Grain" is the pattern created by the elements in the object in this case the knife blade... But "scratch pattern" Isn't hasn't ever been never will be "grain" so please stop saying that it makes it sound like you don't know what you're talking about and I really appreciate the work you do but terms matter

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem +1

      @@raging_rhino2582 ​ @Raging_Rhino I did not make up a new term "Scratch Pattern" is the pattern left behind on the metal by an abrasive. Grain is the pattern of the metal. When we talk about bevels and the cut lines caused by the abrasives used like diamond or CBN of stone we refer to that pattern left behind as "Scratch Pattern" and these Radial Disk can be used to fix scratches in either the grain or the scratch pattern. For example I may say don't go up in grit until the previous scratch pattern is completely removed. So grain in one thing and scratch pattern is another.

  • @gregorystringer9050
    @gregorystringer9050 Před 8 měsíci

    Do you sharpen swords, manchettes and Katanas? If so what is your price range?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      I don't like to do swords I send them to a Guy I know who does them- Machettes yes Katanas should go to an expert in Japanese Swords

    • @davestelling
      @davestelling Před 12 dny

      Was wondering the same - like a civil war sabre...

  • @ArmyK5Guy
    @ArmyK5Guy Před 3 měsíci

    Anyone have a link for sanders ?

  • @vinnym5095
    @vinnym5095 Před 7 měsíci

    Hey man, is there a way to chat with you on the phone?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 6 měsíci

      I sometimes answer the phone if I think it's not a spam call LOL

  • @traeucity6087
    @traeucity6087 Před 6 měsíci

    Can I ship my knives to you for sharpening?

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 6 měsíci

      yes many people do ALXSHARPEN.COM

  • @marioluigi5848
    @marioluigi5848 Před rokem

    My favorite polishing method is blood and a double wipe on my shirt!! Muahahahaaaa!!!
    Jk, but really awesome vid sir!! Flitz is awesome, whadoyou think of Ouater?

  • @bernardwhite8991
    @bernardwhite8991 Před rokem

    What is the name of the abrasive wheel company great video

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      I put links in the description for the large disk I use it’s Dedeco SunBurst 2”they are a subsidiary of 3M for the small disk I mostly use Chinese from Amazon the link I provided is one that has 2500 grit many others stop at 1000 I have had good experience with those and do not buy name brand of 3M or Dedeco for the small disks

  • @raging_rhino2582
    @raging_rhino2582 Před rokem +1

    Sorry bro but there is no "N" in F L I T Z...yer killing me bro...otherwise FANTASTIC video!

  • @CrimeVid
    @CrimeVid Před 8 měsíci

    I don’t polish knives, I’ll only scratch them again…
    Nice work though, If I wanted shiny knives I’d follow your instructions !

  • @Capt_McNugget
    @Capt_McNugget Před rokem

    9

  • @1000to1
    @1000to1 Před rokem

    what size arbor?

  • @LONEWOLF-iq1pu
    @LONEWOLF-iq1pu Před rokem +1

    did you remove the logo?🙈

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      No but you do need to be careful around some types of logos as you can take some off if you're not careful or make them less visible I try to stay away from any logo or makers marks unless the customer wants it removed.

    • @mitchtucker5768
      @mitchtucker5768 Před rokem +1

      Not trying to be a “Karen” but I never saw the logo after 10:00 min mark

    • @sosteve9113
      @sosteve9113 Před 8 měsíci

      @@ALXSHARPEN good point

  • @petehoffman1955
    @petehoffman1955 Před 8 měsíci

    Can I send you my 940 ?

  • @stephenclemence5856
    @stephenclemence5856 Před 7 měsíci

    I wouldn't be happy if you polished the acid etched Winchester name right off the knife.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci +1

      On this knife customer asked for it to be removed because it had a scratch that went through it. With my new laser I now can restore logos and have done it for several knives

  • @ahadachar6982
    @ahadachar6982 Před rokem

    👏👏👌⚘

  • @redangrybird7564
    @redangrybird7564 Před rokem

    21:01 after the polishing you erased the knife's brand logo, LOL 🤨

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před rokem

      The customer wanted it removed because the scratches went through the logo if you watched the entire video I even said at 10:47 that they can remove logos it wasn’t by mistake that it was removed it was at my customers request.

    • @redangrybird7564
      @redangrybird7564 Před rokem

      @@ALXSHARPEN ok, thanks, it is that you said we should be careful not to remove the logo, good job anyways but time consuming. Some customers may appreciate it but some others won't.

  • @garygray5699
    @garygray5699 Před 5 měsíci

    It's FLITZ like SCHLITZ 😅😅😅

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 5 měsíci

      Oh really no one has ever told me for the last 1 + years this video has been out..LOL

  • @DaryooshF.Sh.P-vq6mu
    @DaryooshF.Sh.P-vq6mu Před 7 měsíci +1

    Man you do great just for god sake stop talking and take some breath

  • @Ihatezidiotz
    @Ihatezidiotz Před 8 měsíci

    confused the hell out of me saying flintz. till i saw the tube I had no idea what you were talking about. but yeah.. Flitz is great stuff.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 7 měsíci

      Only took me a few years to break from calling it by the wrong name

  • @woodmanhugh
    @woodmanhugh Před 10 měsíci

    Keep your work in picture. Frustrating when you are out of center.

    • @ALXSHARPEN
      @ALXSHARPEN  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Sorry it's not always easy when your a one man show to know if you in frame. No camera man here maybe one day