Best Knife Sharpening system for hunting knives

[ingomar]

Just wondering what people think is the best knife sharpening tool/system for hunting knives that are used on elk.

 

[ID_deerslayer]

I use a variety of tools, a Smith's carbide/porcelain kit, a fine/coarse whet stone, sometimes a real fine file for a once over before using the other options listed. Really want to start making my own knives for multiple uses as a hobby during down time.

 

[El Jason]

I've been using Lansky for years. I'd ge the diamond stones, mine doesn't have it and the newer knives with D2 steel are hard to sharpen

 

[jryoung]

For in the field, I carried one of these for quick tune ups on D2 and it worked like a charm.

http://www.amazon.com/DMT-FWFC-Doub...ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1367512202&sr=1-1

 

[1_pointer]

I've been using Lansky for years. I'd ge the diamond stones, mine doesn't have it and the newer knives with D2 steel are hard to sharpen

I second this suggestion and especially the kit with the diamond stones. I have a knife with S30V steel that I can't sharpen with the regular stones. On more 'common' steels, once you get the edge set you can get 'em SHARP in short time.

Gatco makes a similar system I think.

 

[LopeHunter]

Here is what I carried when used regular knives.

http://www.amazon.com/Wusthof-Preci...r_1_8?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1367520983&sr=1-8

I now generally use the disposable blade system.

http://www.amazon.com/Havalon-Piran...&qid=1367521066&sr=8-2&keywords=piranha+knife

 

[Ben Lamb]

I now generally use the disposable blade system.

http://www.amazon.com/Havalon-Piran...&qid=1367521066&sr=8-2&keywords=piranha+knife

I used to use a diamond sharpener, but now I'm sold on the Havalons. TJones got me hooked and I'll not look back.

 

[noharleyyet]

I've carried a light 8" diamond sharp stick in the pack for years. Like the havalons also but there are times when you need the heft of a sharp full tang blade. Also take about 4 sharp knives to save time when the skinning and boning begins.

 

[schmalts]

Are you talking in the field or at home?

 

[ScottP]

All of my knives have a convex bevel... so I carry two small sheets of sandpaper in 600 and 1500 grit and a small 2-sided leather strop loaded with 2 different compounds. This system weighs a few ounces and can do simple touch-up or major resoration. Will work on S30V, D2, CPM3V, etc. no prob.

Ceramic sticks work well too for touch ups in the field.

 

[noharleyyet]

Are you talking in the field or at home?

Keep your day job.

 

[rhomas]

The Warthog V-sharp is the absolute best knife sharpener I've ever seen or used. I've owned a Lansky, a few Smith's, the Arkansas sharpener, and the old fashioned stones, but nothing beats the Warthog.

www.v-sharp.com

 

[BuzzH]

norton tri-stone...never met a knife I couldnt sharpen on one.

http://www.knifemerchant.com/product.asp?productID=3271&gclid=CIT9p4TY-LYCFYtDMgod5E8Afg

 

[idnative1948]

I second this suggestion and especially the kit with the diamond stones. I have a knife with S30V steel that I can't sharpen with the regular stones. On more 'common' steels, once you get the edge set you can get 'em SHARP in short time.

Gatco makes a similar system I think.

+1 From this end

 

[Blacktailbc]

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker.

 

[noharleyyet]

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker.

That's what I have on the bench (foolproof) but Buzz's link has me thinking.

 

[buglum]

This is what I use. You can buy an entire case of them for cheaper than a good knife. I carry three with me at all times and when one gets dull grab another. Don't let the price fool you, I've broken down entire elk without grabbing a new knife. They hold a great edge and when you get home they sharpen up perfectly. Its the only knife we used in the taxidermy shop..from elephants to squirrels.
http://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-4-Inch-Fibrox-Straight-Paring/dp/B008M5U1UE/ref=pd_sim_k_1

 

[idahofishnhunt]

This is what I use. You can buy an entire case of them for cheaper than a good knife. I carry three with me at all times and when one gets dull grab another. Don't let the price fool you, I've broken down entire elk without grabbing a new knife. They hold a great edge and when you get home they sharpen up perfectly. Its the only knife we used in the taxidermy shop..from elephants to squirrels.
http://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-4-Inch-Fibrox-Straight-Paring/dp/B008M5U1UE/ref=pd_sim_k_1

These are great knives, we used them for deck knives up in Alaska. Very, very sharp...and like you said, cheap enough to just go get another one.

I use the Havalon's now too...can't really beat them for the price, weight, and ease of use.

 

[ScottP]

These are all great suggestions.

The spyderco sharpmaker works well, especially if your knives have bevel angles that match the 30 and 40 of the sharpmaker. Its a good way to get reasonable sharpness fairly quickly.

Bench stones are great, but it will take practice to become proficient.. sharpening is kind of an art form, IMO.

I have a ton of those victorinox knives as well... good for lots of stuff. The forschner brand also makes incredible knives for cheap (boning, skinning, utility blades).

Have fun

 

[Z Barebow]

KME Sharpening System for me. It is idiot resistant. (You can still cut yourself, so it is not idiot proof! LOL!)