Sharpener

[razorback1595]

What would you recommand for a good sharpener that won't break the bank, i'm not intrested in spyderco sharpmakers or the sharpeners allong those lines.. more like an edgepro apex but that ones to expensive

 

[panch0]

I have some DMT Dual sided stones for free hand sharpening. I also like paper wheels, if you have a bench grinder they are not expensive at all.

 

[dawsonbob]

Try the DMT Aligner or DMT Magna Guide. These are guided systems, along the lines of the Edge Pro, but for less than half the price. Great system, great bang for the buck.

 

[Hard H2O]

I am partial to the GATCO for an inexpensive rod guided system.

 

[Sep]

+1 for DMT.

The DMT Aligner Deluxe can be had for around $42. It includes one set of clamps, 3 diamond stones, and 1 diamond rod (for serrated edge). The system will get your knives sharp enough to shave hair from your arm. If that's not enough, there are 2 coarse stones to speed up the process, 2 fine stones to increase the sharpness, and 1 convex stone for recurved edge.

 

[J.Davey]

Personally, my favorite sharpeners are Hewlett Jewel Stick 1-2-3 sharpeners. They rule.

http://www.jewelstik.com/