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  • čas přidán 21. 08. 2015
  • www.kmesharp.com
    Phone: 800-561-4339 or 973-948-6234
    Email: a1blademaster@yahoo.com
    Contact Ron, He will not do you wrong.
    This is how I use the sharpener and what works for me. You find what works for you and run with it.
    In this video I'm showing how to re profile a knife 50-1500 grit Diamonds. Using the Arkansas Translucent and 1 Kangaroo strop with 4 Micron CBN Emulsion. Getting a good mirror edge and razor sharp results.
    Thanks for watching

Komentáře • 221

  • @tacticaltrev
    @tacticaltrev Před 8 lety +30

    This is one of the best KME how-to videos and explanations of the various hones, stones, and strops. A big thumbs up!

  • @lifesfordeath
    @lifesfordeath Před 5 lety +5

    I don't comment much on videos but I wanted to tell you how great this is. You remind me so much of my dad and point out little things to help beginners like me, thank you for posting this even though a few years have passed!

  • @tannermartin3103
    @tannermartin3103 Před rokem

    Still the best KME videos on the internet IMO.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před rokem +1

      Thank you

    • @tannermartin3103
      @tannermartin3103 Před rokem

      @@KnifeKrazy. thank you for all you do helping others learn and improve in this money pit of a hobby we all found 😂. After getting my first KME this past week your videos made sure I didn’t ruin my knives.

  • @jimmymassie8420
    @jimmymassie8420 Před 5 lety +5

    This video has helped me tremendously, I’ve watched it several times now. I bought the KME and a few extras and man does this thing get an edge, I’m super pleased with it and this video has helped me learn to use the sharpener.
    Thank you for the great instructions!!!

  • @sharpknife8535
    @sharpknife8535 Před 7 lety +5

    KnifeKrazy, thanks for the video. Ron and Ms. Bernice are awesome and as Ron told me on the phone, this ain't rocket science. I was making too much out of it. Your video fixed me up. This is a great product and you do a great job of showing "newbies" the proper technique. I purchased the Kit with 4 diamond stones and I also bought the base. After trying to re profile my old buck 119, I got frustrated, called Ron with my problem and bought the 100 grit, watched your video and am completely satisfied. Thanks for your help. Ron, if you see this, you have made an awesome product and are great to work with. People, don't worry about the price American made quality, great customer service, and people like KnifeKrazy to help as well.

  • @locksmithdb5987
    @locksmithdb5987 Před 5 lety +2

    I know these videos are several years old but I really like them! I've been using a KME for about 6 months and I love it! I learned alot from this channel,Shabazz,birdshot, before even buying the system.

  • @erihor86
    @erihor86 Před 4 lety +5

    I noticed on some knives (particularly 940 Osborne) the blade would move as I tightened it down and then definitely more when I started sharpening so I put painters tape on the blade where the clamp goes and it seems to have solved the problem

  • @Sharpbevel
    @Sharpbevel Před 8 lety

    Couldn't agree more with about the quality of Ron at KME. Great instructional video. Thank you.

  • @BigRedEDC
    @BigRedEDC Před 4 lety +2

    Just got a KME! Will be using this as a reference video as I learn!! Thanks!!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety +2

      Hey Big Red. Thanks for watching. I have lots of KME videos. I probably have a video for every question you can think of. Lol

  • @user-pz5ju7mw3k
    @user-pz5ju7mw3k Před 4 lety +1

    Just wanted to say thanks for all your videos! I have found yours to be the most helpful on this system and I’m super excited to get it and start sharpening!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety

      You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

  • @smokingunclefrank6037
    @smokingunclefrank6037 Před 2 lety

    This has to be the best video I've seen so far on how to sharpen a knife very detailed that I like had no idea there was so much to getting a great edge but that's what I'm looking for thanks for sharing

  • @jesseallen4184
    @jesseallen4184 Před 6 lety +4

    Such an informative and helpful video. Thank you for putting it together.

  • @jp456011
    @jp456011 Před 8 lety

    I'm going to buy the KME Diamond system & I watch you & DeanO's videos more than anyone else's because I learn more from the two you than any other persons videos on the KME.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety +1

      +Joe Pagley Thank you for the kind words. I hope you enjoy the KME as much as I do.

    • @jp456011
      @jp456011 Před 8 lety

      +KnifeKrazy I'm sure I will.

  • @cesarcoreas4356
    @cesarcoreas4356 Před 8 lety

    Wow. thank you so much for showing us how to get 110% usage of our product.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Cesar Coreas No problem. Thank you for watching and subscribing.

  • @freddieslaughter1107
    @freddieslaughter1107 Před 8 lety

    I have one of these KME knife sharpening system and it beats the others out there, thank you for sharing this video.

  • @nyccolm
    @nyccolm Před 7 lety +1

    Great tips thanks. I'm waiting for my new KME in the mail.

  • @howabouthetruth2157
    @howabouthetruth2157 Před 8 lety

    I tell ya what, it was well worth watching this video, just to see that knife so silently, effortlessly & smoothly cut that deep S-curve in that phone book paper. THAT is impressive.......and makes me wonder why in the world anyone would even consider a different system vs this KME Sharpening System. I have been totally convinced for well over a year now, that THIS SYSTEM is head & shoulders above ANY other system on the market today. No cheap plastic frame.......all steel & solid cherry wood......and ZERO margin of deviation from your precise set honing angle, thanks to that killer spherical bearing that the rod passes through. This system is so precise, you can even use it without its base. TRY THAT with any other system & still keep your precise working angle! I would still buy & use the base of course. All the other systems on the market still have the chance of deviation & movement. Of course some common sense is still needed, like using that angle finder device when switching to different stone thicknesses while still sharpening the same knife, but that's par for the course. Whenever I get around to buying a sharpening system, it WILL be this KME system. It's well worth every dollar spent. I enjoyed your video, and just subbed your channel too. Thank you!!!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Howabouthetruth Thank you for all the kind words.

  • @dillo1594
    @dillo1594 Před 7 lety +1

    You encouraged me to buy the kme!! Thanks man!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      You are very welcome. I hope you enjoy it. Let me know how it goes.

  • @bongofury3176
    @bongofury3176 Před 4 lety +1

    Quality instruction from you. Thanks for your insight and for sharing your experience.

  • @thomasstarkey7354
    @thomasstarkey7354 Před 5 lety +4

    Heck man, that's plenty sharp enough for me. I'll be getting a KME here in the next few months, and I'll just be getting what you used in this video because I don't need no high mirror polish on my knives lol, I just want them to be sharp. Thanks for the video.

  • @MatthewW713
    @MatthewW713 Před 5 lety

    Thanks for these videos. You have sold me on the kme. Ordering today.

  • @mike7958
    @mike7958 Před 7 lety

    Just purchased the deluxe kit along with the boxed set of all 6 lapping films tonight. Hopefully i wont be disappointed. Definitely not a cheap investment.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      It's going to be a learning curve. Don't expect to open it up and put a beautiful mirror edge on a blade. Remember this, crawl before you walk.

  • @sixkings7831
    @sixkings7831 Před 2 lety

    Great video . Confirm I should get a Burr on each stone . Ty for your time

  • @devigil1973
    @devigil1973 Před 8 lety

    Thanks bro, been looking for all I can learn about the KME

  • @donnymac575
    @donnymac575 Před 8 lety

    awesome tips on using the KME! I was thinking about getting another sharpening system but think this one is much better.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Don MacArthur It's a very good system. And not bad on the wallet either. Thanks for watching.

  • @TheChaseboutte76
    @TheChaseboutte76 Před 3 lety

    I use the dollar store pink rubber erasers to wipe my stones clean to save them. When I'm done. It works for me...

  • @mitchangelo7254
    @mitchangelo7254 Před 9 lety

    Can't argue with your results !! Thanks

  • @49giants3
    @49giants3 Před 5 lety +3

    I have a question sir. I go through the progression of 140-300-600-1500, but when I get to the 1500 grit stone it seems to crumble the edge. Through the rest of the stones it gets sharp, but when I finish off with the 1500 it seems like little chips in the blade. I would appreciate any help. I’m using light pressure as well

    • @fullfire0
      @fullfire0 Před 5 lety

      Could be you're making the edge too thin. What types of steel are you sharpening?

    • @49giants3
      @49giants3 Před 5 lety +1

      fullfire0 cts xhp, S35vn, zdp189. The 1500 grit stone was flawed. Kme sent me a new one, now my knives are sharp again. Kme has great customer support

  • @johns6481
    @johns6481 Před 8 měsíci

    Should you not do the Arkansas stone before the 1500? According to Dana website the translucent stone is 1200.

  • @darylfortney8081
    @darylfortney8081 Před 2 lety

    Not sure about yours but mine leans about 2-3 degrees just sitting on it's post. if you are setting zero on the base your angles might be off by a few degrees. not sure how to set a true zero but i been zeroing out on the underside of the blade and measuring the top side and dividing in half. Also if you are grinding until the burr on one side first you actually ground it twice as far as it needed to go. Recommend switching sides every few passes to find the edge evenly between both sides together. And one more thing is it helps to use some soapy water spray with the diamond hones.

  • @betoxyz68
    @betoxyz68 Před 7 lety +1

    It is obvious you have mastered this unit but your hand sure does get close to the blade.....
    18 percent, 18 percent....😜.... good video, Thx

  • @Maca115070
    @Maca115070 Před 8 lety +1

    Love your work.

  • @jimchambers4514
    @jimchambers4514 Před 8 lety

    Great video. Very helpful. Now I know some of my issues.

  • @tonydavis5053
    @tonydavis5053 Před 5 lety

    Tired of knife sharpeners and my inability to do it properly but this device may fix my problem with dull knives!

  • @knifecollector031thenether9

    Starting to like this system. Very nice vid. Very helpfull. Thanks.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +KnifeCollector031 The Netherlands (Messenhobby) Thank you

  • @Molokairider
    @Molokairider Před 8 lety +1

    I enjoy my kme kit as well. My current issue is deciding what angle best suits a given blade. I just sharpened a Rat1 at 17 degrees and now I'm wondering if that is too shallow. It slices well but now I'm uncertain if it's too weak.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Molokairider A good rule of thumb is, stay at or around 20 degrees. I think this will give you your best EDC edge. Thanks for the comment

  • @largo5348
    @largo5348 Před 2 lety

    Great work!

  • @mmllrjr
    @mmllrjr Před rokem

    any tips on clamping a para3? my usual tricks don’t work very well, what with my painters tape and what not.
    beautiful work on that edge there chief!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před rokem

      I have a video on this. Thanks for watching.

  • @maggietrethowan9690
    @maggietrethowan9690 Před 6 lety +1

    Nice job kme for me thanks !!

  • @sgtcarro13
    @sgtcarro13 Před 9 lety

    Very helpful, im like you im OCD about having that very refined mirror polish thank you.

  • @lucacadianalbert
    @lucacadianalbert Před 7 lety +2

    Hey Matt - what are the exact dimensions (width and length) of that little steel bar you glued on the top of your carrier?

  • @drivingmuffin
    @drivingmuffin Před 8 lety

    Great video, and very nice results! :-)

  • @johnnygimms4523
    @johnnygimms4523 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much for the video. I am getting more comfortable with my KME now because of your videos. I have the basic set plus the 4 micron emulsion strop. I would like the edge to have a little more of a mirror finish. What would you recommend next? Another strop emulsion, lapping stone, Arkansas stone? Thanks!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety

      Thanks. I would start getting the lapping films.

    • @johnnygimms4523
      @johnnygimms4523 Před 3 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. Will do and thanks again!

  • @Amdlx
    @Amdlx Před 8 lety +1

    Hi, it looks like you are working those diamond stone dry. I just got my kit yesterday, and was wondering if I should add a drop of water to the stones (bottle came with my gold diamond kit).
    Great video!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +KngFhearts You do not have to use water or oil on your diamond stones. I find it better if you don't. Thanks

  • @Ray-gu5kp
    @Ray-gu5kp Před 8 lety +1

    Fucking Ron the owner of KME is a genius, amazing sharpener!!

  • @slo_carry
    @slo_carry Před rokem

    I just got the kit and am looking to grab a translucent Arkansas stone, but there is the regular and the super fine. Is it the super fine I am after?

  • @randalnorris8068
    @randalnorris8068 Před 8 lety

    Lol, thought it thru some more.. Nevermind... Great Video.. Thanks

  • @donaldslayton2769
    @donaldslayton2769 Před 2 lety

    I realize this video is years old, but thank you. Just bought a KME and this was super helpful. When you get to the tip, to you try to keep the stone flat, or roll it with the tip?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you. I have a tip for tips video under my KME videos. Watch it. It will help.

  • @Anderdale2
    @Anderdale2 Před 8 lety +1

    Hey man great video. Subscribed. I am a complete novice to sharpening. Do you think this would be what I need to start sharpening? Or should I start on something else. I am planning on purchasing the base model that currently includes a strop. I also was planning on adding 4 micron cbn. Do you think I should add anything else to start or would this be a good starter set up? Thanks

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety +2

      +Anderdale2 Thank you. I think this would be a great starter kit. If you see yourself reprofiling edges you might want to get the 100 grit and maybe the 50 grit. If you are just sharpening at the same edge that the blade came with then you should be fine. The starter kit will get you a razor sharp knife. If you are looking at getting a mirror edge you will need to add other items. But you can do this as you go. Get good at sharpening the knife first, before you move on to mirror edges. That's a whole different ball game. Remember the word "BURR" you must get a burr on each side before you flip the blade. This is sharpening 101. No matter what why you are sharpening.

  • @samschorr4735
    @samschorr4735 Před 8 lety +1

    I also just recently got a KME system. I notice 2 things in your video that differ from what KME says to do: 1) you do not seem to use any water with the diamond stones. Their booklet says to use a drop or 2. Probably not a big deal, just noticed it though. 2) you do not seem to ever do an "into the edge" sharpening step with any of the stones. KME shows doing a few swipes into the edge, and then many 1 on each side "into the edge" passes. Is there any reason you do not do that?
    PS. Happy New Year! Love your videos. Learning a lot and becoming addicted to sharpening now that I have a system that really works for an amateur!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Sam Schorr You don't have to do either of those. The more you start to use the system you will find what works for you. As long as you are doing the must do things you will be fine. Just keep using it and it will start to become so easy you won't have to think about it anymore. Thank you for the kind words.

    • @samschorr4735
      @samschorr4735 Před 8 lety

      +KnifeKrazy Thank you for such a speedy response! And I thought I would be bored when I retired... :-)

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Sam Schorr Now the problem will be have enough knives around to sharpen. Lol

    • @Mex_the_Fox
      @Mex_the_Fox Před 5 lety +1

      KnifeKrazy now the real problem will be that your family, friends and workmates will come to you wanting you to sharpen their knives (for free of course 😅) - so you get that smooth and sexy shiny edge on their (mostly crap) knives - just for them to be back after one week telling you that it's already dull (because they abused it)... I'm crying right now 😅

  • @donnymac575
    @donnymac575 Před 8 lety

    So you didn't use any water when using the Diamond Stones? The directions that come with the KME Sharpener say to use a couple dabs of water.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      You don't have to use water or oil on diamond stones.

  • @refaiabdeen5943
    @refaiabdeen5943 Před 5 lety

    Cheers Mate! That’s Awesome.

  • @NoChannelChannel
    @NoChannelChannel Před 3 lety

    Awesome tips, looks like your right hand felt some cold Steel :(

  • @paulhughes3961
    @paulhughes3961 Před 7 lety +1

    Are all of the stroping plates from KME. If so do you have to get them from KME or can they be purchased from Amazon or eBay.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      KME has distributors also. You don't have to buy direct.

  • @dp2826
    @dp2826 Před 7 lety +1

    I have a delica 4 and according to my sharpmaker one side is 20 degrees but the other is a bit steeper, only sharpens at the edge using the sharpie test, maybe 18 or 19 degrees. If I want both sides right at twenty would this be considered reprofiling? And would I need a coarser diamond stone than the xc-140 which comes in the basic kit?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      I'm assuming you're talking about the VG 10 version Delica. Yes that would be reprofile/profiling. If you have the VG 10 the 140 can do it but, it will take longer than it would if you used the 100 or 50 grit.

    • @dp2826
      @dp2826 Před 7 lety

      Yes, this one is VG 10. I guess I will pick up the 50 and 100 along with the kit, as I'm sure I will need them soon enough. Love your videos, keep it up! Thank You!

    • @nathanhuxtable5758
      @nathanhuxtable5758 Před 6 lety +1

      dp2826
      In a pinch, you can use double sided tape to stick a strip of 100 grit wetdry paper to the flat face of one of the 140 stones. Lube with a little soapy water. Clean the adhesive off with soap/hot water and a soft bristled toothbrush.
      They do make sticky backed sandpaper

  • @gregschneider1768
    @gregschneider1768 Před 7 lety

    knife crazy. Would the main holder for your hand work better if unscrewed and flipped around for when using on base. it's fine if holding in hand. think about it. but the finger cutouts are wrong while working the stones back and forth while holding main wood holder.

  • @mitchangelo7254
    @mitchangelo7254 Před 9 lety +1

    Great video ! , I notice you dont use any water/lube with your diamond stones ? I was under the impression its beneficial to use some water ? anyway great video , keep it up

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 9 lety +2

      I tried the water and honing oil on the diamond stones. I did not like it. The metal and diamond particles seamed to get caught on the blade and scratch it. I don't like to have to wipe it ever few strokes. I tried them dry and it seemed to work better for me. Thanks

  • @footdickbubblehair
    @footdickbubblehair Před 7 lety +1

    I have the kit from when it was first offered and have the limited stones. I can't for the life of me stop the stones from putting hairline scratches on the blade without taping the entire blade and then using the stone to eat the tape away at the edge. Have you had any issues with this?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety +1

      I did when i first started. Not anymore. I made a video about scratches.

    • @footdickbubblehair
      @footdickbubblehair Před 7 lety

      Thanks, makes sense. Also, this may be a dumb question(s), but when you're using the angle cube, how do you know that you're on the knife's exact edge just by placing the stone on the blade? Are you that experienced that you can just tell? Seems like I'd have to constantly adjust the KME and use something like a marker to make sure I'm hitting the whole edge before using the angle cube to determine what the edge is currently set to.
      And lastly, my angle cube reading changes based on where I attach it to the arm. How do I know which reading to use, or do you just make sure you put it in the same exact spot each time? I love the idea of this setup and I have gotten edges shaving sharp pretty easily, my biggest issues are knowing what angles I need to use and how to ensure I use them.

    • @footdickbubblehair
      @footdickbubblehair Před 7 lety

      Example: Here is my Skyline after I ran through all my stones and I'm now on the original thicker white one. I adjusted it to be as close as I could to the angle I've been sharpening at (about 15 degrees) and after I put a mark on the blade, I see that it's not getting to the very edge. Due to the flexing of the KME it's not possible to get the angle down to the hundredth of a degree every time, so is that the difference and I just have to keep powering through?
      imgur.com/ZI40OxO

  • @pizzapimp8128
    @pizzapimp8128 Před 8 lety +1

    Where did you get the leather strop to fit the KME? I can't find one on Amazon.

  • @randalnorris8068
    @randalnorris8068 Před 8 lety

    I noticed you are often taking angle measurements w/ degree cube. You are taking angle degree left to right (east/west). Just wondering if you should also take north/south measurement , since tool is on swivel. Just wondering if this additional extreme accuracy is necessary? Meaning taking more angles than you advised.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +randal norris As long as you make sure you take the measurement in the same direction everytime you're fine. Consistency.

    • @randalnorris8068
      @randalnorris8068 Před 8 lety

      Yes Sir , but you also need to leave the blade in same position as measurement taken. By being on swivel , you would not want to deviate side to side. Correct?

  • @jasonrandolph4017
    @jasonrandolph4017 Před 7 lety

    speaking of the pm2, how does the clamp work on a flat ground blade? As there's no flat part of the blade to clamp on to.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      The clamp has rubber inside. It forms around it. Just put the blade in the clamp as even as possible.

  • @georgeronnieburnettburnett4684

    In one of your videos you said not to use the 50 grit without using the 100 grit.Could you do decent reprofiling with just the 100 grit and skip the beast?Buying one of these keeps getting mpre expensive.lol.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety

      Yes. If you have the 100 grit. Then that will be fine in most cases. It just might take a little longer.

  • @halfbaked3373
    @halfbaked3373 Před 4 lety

    Do you think the water stones are necessary? Have the full diamond and ceramic set coming with the strop, and 3, 1,. 0.5 and 0.1 tapes coming think I'll be able to get a mirror with this? If so why the need for the super expensive water stones?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety

      What you have coming in, will do just fine. You don’t need water stones. I always do Diamonds>full set of lapping films>0.1 strop. I’m happy with the results.

    • @halfbaked3373
      @halfbaked3373 Před 4 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. brilliant and thanks for quick reply will deffinetly be using your videos to get myself used to the kme

  • @TheRichiesInPeru
    @TheRichiesInPeru Před 8 lety

    Hi, I recently got the KME and am very happy with it. I am however having issues with the angle reading. I am using the Gold series diamond stones and also the thicker surgical black. I have the igaging angle cube, and find that regardless of the blade size (spyderco, mora, victorinox) the angle cube reads 2.5 degrees less than the KME angle reading. The angle cube gives dead on readings on other known surfaces or angles. I also checked the angle with the app on my phone and it is roughly the same, 2-3 off. Is it possible that something is wrong with the KME? Any ideas? Have you experienced this?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +sojourner pasajero The readings on the KME is just for reference only. It's just to get you close.

  • @Mex_the_Fox
    @Mex_the_Fox Před 5 lety

    How do you avoid the light scratches/grind lines on the finished edge? I have the feeling that I do the 50 or 100 grit to hard or don't remove these micro scratches properly... How is it done correctly?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 5 lety +1

      Just make sure you don’t skip any grits. When you switch stones make sure you work it enough to remove the scratch pattern from the last stone. Even after doing all this correctly you will still have some light scratches. Grit will leave scratches.

  • @sawtoothscream1521
    @sawtoothscream1521 Před 5 lety

    SO im messing with my paramilitary 2 and trying to figure this out. I got the angle set of the one and it wiped the sharpie off good, flipped the blade and it doesn't get all the sharpie off. Not sure why im not getting the same angle. I only used lite strokes with the pink Arkansas stone right now, dont want to go at it with a heavier one until I figure this angle issue out.

  • @kentucky-jacob7268
    @kentucky-jacob7268 Před 7 lety

    If you were going to touch this knife up after completely reprofiling it with the 50 grit all the way up. What diamond would you start with or would you do any of the diamonds. Just the trans and the strop or just the strop?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      It depends how dull you get the knife before you touch it up. If it dull you can start with the 140 or 300. I wouldn't go all the back to the 50. If it's still sharp you could do the 1500, trans or just a strop might do it.

  • @Thumper1119
    @Thumper1119 Před 8 lety +1

    Could you please give me a link for the knob you added, and the size needed??

  • @greggoode3450
    @greggoode3450 Před 6 lety

    I have the basic kit and would now like to order more stones. I'll need the lower grit stones for (re)-profiling, but to go above ... could you recommend a grit progression to go to a mirror polish? After the 1500 diamond, I could get the whole set of Choseras, which top out at 10,000. I'm familiar with waterstones from freehand sharpening, and I like that system. Say I go that route.
    Then after the 10,000, what would you recommend?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 6 lety

      I would just get the Lapping Film set. After the 1500 diamond work your way through the lapping films.

    • @greggoode3450
      @greggoode3450 Před 6 lety

      KnifeKrazyThanks - will check the KME site tmrw...

  • @76Stankfinger
    @76Stankfinger Před 7 lety

    I subbed you about two weeks ago. Your channel is awesome. I'm loving your videos. Could you post a link to where you purchased the aftermarket wooden knob for your system? I've checked their website and it's daunting to find anything on there. Thank you for your time sir

  • @JesusSanchez-so8ru
    @JesusSanchez-so8ru Před 3 lety

    can i use oil on diamond stones or do i have to use water only THANK YOU MUCH

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety

      You can use either one or you can use them dry.

  • @willtrax71
    @willtrax71 Před 3 lety

    I have an Apex Edge Pro and really like it, is the KME a better system? I also use my iPhone for my angles OCD also lol..

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety +1

      If you have an Apex Edge Pro. And you like it. Then you don’t need a KME. But yes, I think it is a better system. I like clamp systems. No movement errors.

    • @willtrax71
      @willtrax71 Před 3 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. ok and yes Old eyes I need a fixed angle guide..

  • @EnduringEagle
    @EnduringEagle Před 9 lety +1

    Great video!! How much pressure are you exerting on the diamond stones?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 9 lety

      +EnduringEagle On the 50 and 100 grits, I put a little more pressure than normal. Because i'm re-profiling the blade. The other grits I don't do much pressure at all.

    • @EnduringEagle
      @EnduringEagle Před 9 lety

      KnifeKrazy Thanks! Does reprofiling an s30v blade take a lot longer?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 9 lety

      +EnduringEagle The Beast (50 grit)makes short work of any blade. It's a must have Diamond stone. I haven't noticed it taking any longer to sharpen S30V or any other type. If you were trying to reprofile with the 100 or 140, it will indeed take longer.

  • @bthom70
    @bthom70 Před 8 lety

    Can you provide more links to the stone storage pouches, the black knob etc?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      The stone pouches are from KME. The Knob on the stone holder is from McMaster-Carr. The size is 1/4x20 thread

  • @cryptomnesiac
    @cryptomnesiac Před 8 lety +1

    for some reason i don't get a symmetrical bevel on my pm2 using the kme... really not sure what's going on there.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +cryptomnesiac What is your lowest grit diamond stone?

    • @cryptomnesiac
      @cryptomnesiac Před 8 lety

      +KnifeKrazy my kit just came with the 4 original stones.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +cryptomnesiac Ok. Is the PM2's edge in good shape? If so, you should be able to get a great edge with those stones. Start with the 140 grit and don't stop using the 140 until you have the edge the way it needs to be. Work the one side until you have a burr on the entire edge. Then switch to the other side and repeat. Then work the bevels until they are symmetrical on both sides or until you are happy with it. Then you can change stones and work your way up in the grits. Make sure you are working both sides equal amount of strokes and finding your burr in every grit. Then strop.

    • @cryptomnesiac
      @cryptomnesiac Před 8 lety

      KnifeKrazy yeah, i reprofiled it from the factory edge down to 18 degrees but one side seems to have a much larger bevel. i guess i should get one of those angle finder cubes and see just what the heck is changing if anything.

    • @Mrsingingdude1
      @Mrsingingdude1 Před 8 lety +1

      +cryptomnesiac it's probably just a never that was ground on one side more than the other from the factory. Just keep going at the thicker angle and it should even out

  • @Aa-ron22
    @Aa-ron22 Před 2 měsíci

    Do you do a burr removel on every stone?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 2 měsíci

      Pretty much. Realistically, you’re not removing it while you’re still sharpening you’re just moving it to the other side of the bevel. It’s just getting smaller as you go through the higher grits.

  • @pcxdrone
    @pcxdrone Před 2 lety

    #knifecrazy is the Arkansas translucent needed or can I go from 140 to 300 to 600 to 1500 to 4 micron strop?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 2 lety

      Ark Trans is not needed. It’s just an extra tool in the sharping Arsenal.

  • @PeteWojMusic
    @PeteWojMusic Před 6 lety

    Matt, thanks for the amazing vid! Question about the Arkansas translucent stone... which one is that you use specifically?? I'd like to buy it as I only have the basic kit. I looked on the KME store and amazon and saw that was around $80. Does that sound right? Big thx ahead of time!

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 6 lety +1

      The Dan’s Hard Arkansas Translucant is around $20. It’s on the KME website. Thanks for watching.

    • @PeteWojMusic
      @PeteWojMusic Před 6 lety

      Thx so much for your reply! Im assuming the strop and 4 micron emulsion oil is on there too?

  • @greggoode3450
    @greggoode3450 Před 6 lety

    Thanks for the video! Could you post a link to a source for that larger aftermarket knob you mentioned?

  • @greekmaster1001
    @greekmaster1001 Před 3 lety

    How often you need to add the liquid micron on the lapping tapes?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety

      You don’t use CBN on Lapping Films. You use CBN on Leather Strops. Once you get it loaded good when the strop is new. You don’t have to add it very often.

    • @greekmaster1001
      @greekmaster1001 Před 2 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. so don't use anything on lapping films?

  • @mike7958
    @mike7958 Před 7 lety +1

    I was just about ready to pick up this system but i noticed it only goes down to 17 degrees. Does this mean I won't be able to retain my factory edge of 30 degrees inclusive on my Paramilitary 2's?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety +2

      I've never seen a factory bevel on a PM2 at 15 degrees. Most Spyderco's are around 20 degrees per side. Plus the 17 degrees on the KME is lower the farther the edge is away from the end of the jaw. The numbers in the KME is about the angle. You can also get lower by turning the ballpoint slide upside down. Be careful you will start to hit the jaw at that angle.

    • @mike7958
      @mike7958 Před 7 lety

      Ok. Well i guess the real question is, if i want a 15 degree bevel on the PM2, can i achieve it with the KME? Or am i going to be grinding down the jaw before i ever hit the edge of the blade.

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety +1

      You should have no problem doing 15 degrees on the KME.

    • @mike7958
      @mike7958 Před 7 lety

      Thank you. I really appreciate your help. Always super speedy to respond. Keep up the awesome videos.

  • @rickpadgett405
    @rickpadgett405 Před 4 lety

    I like his attitude!!!! KISS Keep It Simple Stupid!!

  • @georgeronnieburnettburnett4684

    How thick of blade will the jaws accept?will a odd shape blade like a hollow grind fit? Thanks

  • @reina4969
    @reina4969 Před 8 lety

    Thanks for being so though.

  • @normrubio
    @normrubio Před 7 lety

    Are you pressing hard on the blade with the stone?
    Thanks for the vid

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety +1

      Not hard. Just a little pressure. Thanks

  • @stoneybeek5257
    @stoneybeek5257 Před 8 lety

    Bro. That's a gnarly scar! I thought it was a shadow. Did you punch a bear in its tooth? Looks painful :(

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 8 lety

      +Stoney Beek No not a bear. It was a lion. Lol. It's not painful.

  • @JBOSS66
    @JBOSS66 Před 7 lety

    are you still sharpening knives if people send them to you, my rgriptilian with cpm 20cv steel needs sharpen the factory was okay but not as nice as yours please let me know how much if so please and the cost delivered to Florida

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      Email me at: ugadawgs1975@gmail.com
      We can discuss what you want and how much. Thanks

  • @MykeD913
    @MykeD913 Před 4 lety +1

    Are you supposed to lube the kangaroo strop before you use it? Can you use it dry?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety +1

      I wouldn’t call it lube. It needs to have CBN Diamond emulsion or a polishing paste. I guess theoretically you could use it dry. But for best results and a shiny edge, you would need one of the top two items.

    • @MykeD913
      @MykeD913 Před 4 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. just ordered the 4 micron solution. Thanks man

  • @1.5mil49
    @1.5mil49 Před 7 lety +1

    What angle cube do you use?

  • @sawtoothscream1521
    @sawtoothscream1521 Před 4 lety

    Have you sharpened a 940 on the kme? If so, where did you clamp it?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety

      No I haven’t.

    • @sawtoothscream1521
      @sawtoothscream1521 Před 4 lety

      @@KnifeKrazy. ok
      Have a question though. Say I put the sharpie on the edge and have to set my kme to 20 on one side to wipe off the sharpie and when I flip it I have to go to 25 before it removes the sharpie fully on that side. When I sharpen do I keep the angle set for 20 and just work on the 25 side until a bit forms ? Or work on that side until the bevel looks the same and then start moving to the finer grits?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety

      sawtoothscream 1 If you start at 20degree, you need to stay on 20degree. Do not change the angle when you flip it. Lots of factory angles are not right. Also make sure the blade is even in the clamp. Blades that don’t have a flat spot on the blade where the clamp goes. Can cause this issue.

  • @adrianguerrero100
    @adrianguerrero100 Před 7 lety

    how much do you charge to Sharpen 4 pocket knifes

  • @DANMOTYL
    @DANMOTYL Před 4 lety

    How much pressure do you use with the 50?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 4 lety +1

      It’s hard to describe pressure. But I would say light to medium. Probably more medium.

  • @beals6631
    @beals6631 Před 3 lety

    Can you get a knife sharp with finishing with the 1500?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety

      You can get a knife sharp with the 140 grit. If you know what you are doing.

    • @beals6631
      @beals6631 Před 3 lety

      Thanks a lot. For the informative video and the quick response. I guess it’s time to practice

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 3 lety

      You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

  • @richardjones1743
    @richardjones1743 Před 5 lety

    It is 18% of 90 degrees

  • @anthonyb2990
    @anthonyb2990 Před 5 lety

    @KnifeKrazy do you have his number? I tried calling the numbers on the website and they didn't work

  • @deanoboland
    @deanoboland Před 3 lety

    👍👍👍👍👍

  • @choffnosky987
    @choffnosky987 Před 5 lety

    Do you use the dmt diamond or gold?

  • @thomaslang7634
    @thomaslang7634 Před 7 lety

    what does the water stones do that the diamond stones will not ?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety +1

      Water stones refines the edge more. Makes it have a mirror edge. Bling.

  • @loganowens7461
    @loganowens7461 Před 6 lety

    Is edge snobs not an open group anymore i sent a request too join about 3 days ago an havent been excepted any ideas?

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 6 lety

      I’m not sure. I don’t do Facebook anymore. Sorry.

  • @49giants3
    @49giants3 Před 7 lety

    Excuse me sir, but do you think this system would work on a knife as large as a bk7? Thanks

    • @KnifeKrazy.
      @KnifeKrazy.  Před 7 lety

      Yes it will work. A BK7 is only "7.

    • @49giants3
      @49giants3 Před 7 lety

      KnifeKrazy thanks for the reply. Just subbed!!