TESTING The Best Knife Sharpener In The World 

THE BEST KNIFE SHARPENER I'VE EVER USED amzn.to/2ExHoCF

My wife saw me watching this video before christmas. What did I get for christmas? Heck yeah I did. Now all our kitchen knives are sharp!

I've had one of these for about a year now, easiest system I've used. Noticed a couple of things while you were testing it: 1. I learned to alternate the side of the blade between strokes. It will heat the blade somewhat so alternating it will keep the heat evenly along the knife. 2. the inch per second is easy enough- 7" blade should take 7 seconds per pass 3. Be careful with the roller guide. It can actually cause the edge to "burr" more if you put too much pressure on it as you pull the knife thru. 4. Replacement belts are sold as a kit. I've found them for under $20 at my local bigbox fishing store 5. Follow the grit sizes, don't jump from Medium to the Polishing one. You want to make sure the knife blade is even and ground correctly all along the blade. You can damage a belt this way. Just a few tips I've leaned using it. Have fun and enjoy! PS I this comment happens to win. Find a Local Military Veteran and gift it to them with my thanks for their service!!!!

Been avoiding this system for a long while due to comments about how easy it is to mess up a knife. Finally gave in and couldn't be happier puts an edge on a knife in minutes that would normally take me hours. Incredible sharpener.

"Wranglerstar toupe line" that gave me a good chuckle

Worthless to dull, my first boss had the exact same ranking system for us employees.

I purchased one of these from Cabela's about 2 years ago and have never looked back. I'm seriously happy with how this unit sharpens all my knives. You can also get the replacement belts from fleaBay for a fraction of the price from Cabela's...... I've used this unit thousands of times as I'm hard as hell on my Gerber pocket knife (cutting wires, belts, hoses, prying etc etc) and this little gem brings my knife back to perfect every time.

I love how serious your jokes seem, its really awesome kinda makes the joke more subtle and people who don't know the context don't get it.

i scored one of these at the local goodwill for around $10. got a belt kit from amazon for $14.

I've had this sharpener for about a year, and it's been wonderful. I thought I lost it when I brought it down to my family to sharpen their knives and was willing to buy another one. Lucky I found it. 10/10 would buy again.

I've had the older base model that cost me around 75 for many years and it's still going. Had a an issue with one of the rollers breaking and company sent me a new one free of charge.

This was not a proper sharp test you still have hair in your arms.

Normally I a product test video doesn't make me stop in my tracks but this one did simply because it addressed a problem I have had for years. I have been searching for a knife sharpener that gets me a razor sharp edge, with no fuss and a minimum setup. I have tried everything and nothing gave me any satisfaction. Either a sharpener was too expensive, too difficult to get up easily or just didn't result in a devilishly sharp edge. Then I saw this and it checked all the boxes. It was easy. Setup was no hassle and the results were exactly what I have wanted for years but could not get. So I ordered one right away. I didn't regret it. I got it last night and within just a few minutes of unboxing I had two EDC knives sharpened to a wicked edge with zero hassle. I've been telling every co-worker who will listen about it today and showing them the edge on my knife. Thanks for this. Not many products are life changing but this one ranks right up there on top.

“what are we, 12?” I was laughing so hard 😂

Awesome video! Could you to a part 2 sharpening axes, serrated knives, and scissors?

1:50 " what are we 12?" im dead 😂😂😂😂

Take the length of the blade in inches and that's how many seconds it should take you to draw the entire edge across the belt.

My neighbor makes custom knives and he uses this device all the time! Thanks for the honesty.

Congratulations! This is the most expensive RU-vid video I have ever watched. It caused me to order one straightaway. As soon as it arrived I sharpened all the knives I used. Then I found all the other knives that I don't use and sharpened them as well. I shredded practically a whole magazine. So satisfying. Now I have no knives left to sharpen and all fruit and veg is now server chopped or sliced!

Risking Mrs W’s knife?? Brave man!

Hey! I didnt know this either when I got mine but you're supposed to start on the right side first! And then the left. Because of the direction of belt travel using the left side last takes the burr off!

14:51 When a knife is so sharp that you're disappointed

The sharpener's amazon page says it can be used on axes as well. Maybe see how that works? I'd experiment on the fiskars axes first...

I spend all my time sharpening knives. I haven't actually cut anything in over 25 years, but in case I ever do I'll have sharp knives.

I love mine, I get through all the kitchen knives in around 45 minutes going through all the belts, the edge holds up well, setup and clean up is quick. Good results and easy process means this tool will get used rather than considered a bother. I’d suggest picking up a lower grit belt to make putting that initial shape on the edge faster and more economically than blowing through the 120, I believe I grabbed a 80 grit that fits.

I've wondered how well this sharpener works for sharpening knives. Thanks for sharing. I just priced the model you tested. You should really appreciate the guy who sent it to you because it runs 120 bucks.

Be careful to not let the blade set for a second when you start your stroke as you will end up with a divot where you let the blade rest. Also, DO NOT pull the blade all the way through the belt! Stop when the tip is halfway across the belt so you don't mess up the tip of the blade.

I've been using this (Ken Onion edition) for a little over 3 years now & absolutely love it. Everything from my utility & shear blades, S35VN EDC's (typically difficult to sharpen), to my Shun kitchen knives get amazing edges on them from this thing. I love the 22.5° setting on it for EDC blades. I will say with the very hard steel of my Shun knives I do get a better edge using stones because of how flat the angle is but that obviously takes a MUCH greater amount of time (and the skill needed). The belts for this make light work of repairing damaged edges as well.

I don't have this Work Sharp System. The one I do have is incredible. I'm deeply impressed by their products. Thank you for making want to purchase one of these when I can. Love love their products.

Been wanting this one for a few years after it won a sharpener test in a Norwegian outdoors magazine. I want it even more now.

Texas Sharping has a leather belt on Amazon 3/4 X 12 for work sharp Ken Onion edition

Please do a accessory review. After watching how easy this works I just ordered one.

I've watched a few of your videos and really appreciate how professional your reviews are. Also God bless you for your bravery. So many either don't know who they are or are ashamed. Thanks for your courage!

That is an amazing thing. I love sharpening knives but it is always an "event" like Mr. W said, so I am not always very diligent about keeping up with it. But with this I would no longer have an excuse to have a dull knife. Thanks for sharing sir.

I've always wondered if this was a gimick or a really good sharpener. Thanks for the honest review.

The Ken Onion edition is a major improvement to the original which was best of class .

A point to be made. If your blade does not have a convex grind, you should do 10 strokes on one side until you feel a burr, then do 10 on the other side and then 1 or 2 on either side to finish up. You will think you can cut frog hair 4 ways.

The Work Sharp KOE is an excellent system as is, but coupling it with the Blade Grinding Attachment really maximizes its usefulness. I've been using one for a couple years now, and it is a truly excellent system.

I’ve been curious how well they actually worked. Thanks for doing a review.

I've used the standard edition for about a year. The replacement belts are not that expensive. You can sharpen basically anything with these including scissors and lawn mower blades. I did notice the Ken Onion edition has a few bells and whistles that are pretty useful. I'd love to get one. Great video like usual. Thanks

I use one of these and mostly use the blade grinder attachment. Love it

This plus a battery conversion system that will take major cordless tool batteries such as Milwaukee, priceless

I have the version before this Ken Onion version, I must say this new version has some upgrade features that I wish I have. The angle dialer is great, the blade roller guide is also very handy, the variable speed with lock is excellent. So far I have used mine for hunting knives and EDC knives. I have not tried on my Japanese chef knife yet because it is sharpened from the factory about 8 to 12 degrees per side. I have not found anything can do such a steep angle except freehand with a wet stone. Anything else the Work Sharp sharpener is quick and easy to use.

Great choice of knives! I've been researching knife sharpeners lately and I keep finding this one at the top of everyone's list. I've tried many kinds, and like you, believe most are a pain to fiddle with. Makes sense to get a mini version of what the factories and pro know makers use. Thanks for the honest review!

I've been eyeing these for years, gotta throw my hat in for the drawing.

Unmentioned in the video is that WorkSharp also offers diamond belts specifically made to re-sharpen chipped-out ceramic knives. That's why I bought mine and it works wonderfully for that otherwise difficult-to-impossible chore. Between self and friends we have a dozen or more ceramic knives and this device refurbished those edges to like-new again. I've also learned that a convex edge, such as this machine delivers, stays sharp longer than straight-angle edge whether steel or ceramic. For a general purpose sharpener this one's a winner, IMHO. Thanks for the review. Good video and audio.

Puberty is tough.... Love the videos as always.

im going out on a limb here but im guessing the adhesive to hold on your toupee is locktite.

I didn't buy the Ken Onion, but I have the original one, I used to use the guide, but I started free handing it and i've found it that I have WAY better results free-handing it. I also use a leather strop at the end, I work as a production butcher, I need a sharp knife and for it to more importantly KEEP it's edge, I am extremely pleased how the convex edge keeps it's edged.

Hi Cody. I miss the old Wranglerstar intro with the grensfors axes. It put me in the mood for your videos. Love your channel! 😎

One could start small scale knife sharpening business utilizing that sharpener.... depending on cost of replacement belts. The machine its self and long term durability.

I have to confess Cody, and Mrs W. I find myself, getting board watching others videos. And find myself coming back to your channel when I'm watching RU-vid. So thank you. Your channel is awesome.

I use this ken onion work sharp for years for all my knifes and it is truly amazing tool.. Huge thumbs up on vid and tool forsure..Great channel.. God bliss

Good video, have seen this sharper on various sites. Thanks for confirming the quality.

One thing about this sharpener, when you first drop the knife down onto the belt and then start to pull back, the blade is exposed to the belt for a longer period of time, after a few sharpenings, I noticed that I was losing material at the end of the blade. You have to make very sure you do not hesitate at the beginning of the stroke or you will start to notch the blades.

These sharpeners are the best. I've been wanting one of these for ever. I have the small portable manual one that I use all the time. If I could afford it I would have bought one but being a disabled veteran I can't afford one. Love your videos.

Neat to see one of these in action. I can see it being great for yard tools. Wonder how well it would work for recurved blades? I legitimately enjoy hand sharpening knives, I find it therapeutic, so I doubt it would get me to give up my whetstones.

I was watching a demonstration video made by Worksharp and they say to put the knife into position BEFORE pulling the trigger and then pull the trigger while simultaneously pulling the knife back. This prevents areas that can get gouged while getting the blade into position. At the point where the tip of the knife is midpoint on the abrasive belt, you should release the trigger and stop knife movement at the same time. They say that this prevents the tip from getting rounded over when it clears the edge of the belt. Thanks for the review, I’ve been contemplating purchasing one, now I’m convinced.

Cody they make a tool grinder attachment for that... i guess you could use on garden hoes and shovels and anything else

Until I witnessed your reaction and assessment, I wouldn't have considered one. Now, I will.

I'm getting this sharpener. I have been using DMT diamond stone and a Spyderco ceramic stone but it's a pain. Looking forward to sharpening all my knives with this system. Thanks for the review!

$118.99 on Amazon right now. i am definitely ordering one... thanks for the info, great review.

You should do like a tactical toupee...for going to the range..and doing op's. Lol

Looks very versatile! Great for the advid blade user "kitchen/untilty/machete" great review!

That’s insanely fast. I tried whetstones but I’m no good at them

The Wranglerstar Toupee Line.....lol😂

For an electric sharpener this is the best for all experience levels. As for use do not pull knife slow as done in video. This causes excessive and uneven blade wear. Also when using the stropping belt (per video honing stage) you need to alternate sides as it is a polishing stage to debur evenly.

Been using an apex for years - been hesitant to get one of these. Thanks for the review!

I own one of these, watched your entire video because it is nice to get co-agreement on things. Good video.

Great video I've been looking at this sharper for about a year. Thanks

I bought the sharpener. It sharpens kitchen knives perfectly. I always have trouble manually sharpening kitchen knives on a stone. Thank you for your help.

Great video, your honesty shines through. Thanks 😎👍

I have this and use it to re-profile my blades to 15-17.5 degrees. Then use a Sharpmaker to create a 20 degree micro-bevel. Works well. But, like you I use to pause for half a second when I first start the belt before pulling the knife along the belt....this will soon create a recurve at the ricasso. Be sure to start moving the blade the exact instant you start the belt. Thanks for the review.

Awesome. Been looking at this. This review swayed me to want to purchase. Thank you for great review.

Thank you for the review! I've been in the market for a good sharpening system for awhile, but just couldn't quite pull the trigger on one. Just placed the order for this one. 👍🏻

What about knives with thumb studs or bigger thumb studs? Looks like it gets in the way so you can't sharpen the entire knife.

Always wondered about those type of sharpeners

Yes another draw would be great! This east coaster is unable to sharpen anything.🤪

I have been using one for a couple of years now. Works fantastic. I use it on everything from 25 degree pocket knives to 15 degree hand forged Japanese chef knives the wife owns. gets everything scar sharp. Company is also great to work with. My first machine was out of warranty when it developed a problem, They replaced it anyway. Still have and use the original course belt that came with the machine.

Save a fortune and just use sanding pads on a grinder, to strop I just glue a piece of leather to a sanding disk with buffing compound and it works amazing.

Nice Toupee. Almost looks real. Too funny. Thanks for the review.

I’ve struggled for years to find a good sharpening system, I know I’m late to the game but I just recently discovered Wrangler Star. Fantastic Content!!!

I've been looking for a good sharpener due to your videos and my dad and grandfather's insistence on sharp tools. Thank you for doing this video. Winnner, winner chicken dinner! Please show the accessories as well. :o) Blessings friend

I believe they recommend stopping the belt at the end of the stroke before lifting the tip to avoid knocking down the point.

I've had one for about a year now. There is a learning curve with it, but love my Work Sharp!!

i been pondering about getting this but u convinced me and i just ordered it ... thank you

For the 940 its MUCH easier to do if u pull of the thumb studs

I have one in my kitchen and I really enjoy it. One thing I learned was to not start the unit until the knife was in place and stop the unit before you pull the blade tip off.

Verrry interesting. ps- working in the shop with a Rolex? Brave man. :P

Never wore the Grayson, but I do own both the Calgary and the Bon Vivant. Good stuff.

I've tried my Dremmel tool with a sandpaper bit on my cheap axe and it worked really well.

"What are we, twelve?" HAHAHA! Good that you can laugh at yourself.

I love to watch you be impressed! I'm sold! Winner! Winner!

I need one of these!!!!! When I sharpen a knife I can’t even cut jello with the knife!!!!! I find your explanation of setup and use is perfect!!!!! Maybe one day I can afford one of these because being on disability limits my spendable cash...keep up the great videos!!!!! Happy jello cutting everyone!!!!

Wranglerstar there’s an upgraded version for knifes and tools let me know if you want the link to it.

eh for the $120 price tag, you could get a real good bench grind that can give a great sharpening (plenty of vids on youtube how to)

A good tip for using one of these with highly polished or pretty knives is to put masking tape on the blade where it contacts the guide or the grit powder will leave parallel scratches along the length. Other than that this sharpener is one of the most flexible out there that doesn't potentially ruin your knife if you're sloppy. Just don't go crazy at high speed on the coarse belt and avoid rounding your tip!

It's definitely not the best, but any slack belt sander will get a great edge on a knife. But if you want a super fine edge, nothing replaces a practiced touch and stones.

I'm saving this video, so I remember to buy this. Have they contacted you yet? Great review, btw!

I like a grinding wheel because it gives a "hollow" ie concave edge to the blade.