Can you adjust the angle of sharpening, or is it set at one angle?
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The angle is adjusted by extending or retracting the blade on the resting point.
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Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese angle blade. I almost messed that one up before I caught my mistake. Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese... » Read More Actually there are only two sharpening options since the American and European blades both have the same angle with the Japanese angle being the one that is different. I am using the term "Japanese" because that is the word used in the instruction manual that comes with the sharpener. So each of the sharpening slots has two sides (left and right side of the knife), then you pass the sharpened blade through the honing/polishing slots - once again two slots for left and right side of the knife. It got a little tricky for me when I realized that my European brand knife had a Japanese angle blade. I almost messed that one up before I caught my mistake. « Show Less
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Hey Tom,I really couldn't give you an exact angle but looking at mine I would say the angle is likely around 65-70 degree's, there is almost a half inch gap in your blade run so I have found it will sharpen most of all my knives and hatchets.I hope this helped.Curt
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I cannot answer "why," as I didn't engineer the product, however the unit does up to 30 degrees per side. This will get you to 60 degrees inclusive which is about as high as I can think of going for any blade. It could be that the older unit listed it's angles as inclusive so, for example, if you were in the 40 degree guide, you were really sharpening to 20 degrees per side. Hope that helps.
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Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for... » Read More Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! « Show Less
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Yes, the sharpening angles are adjustable. This is a cheap copy of the Edge Pro sharpener. Look that up and you will know how this works. I did buy the Edge Pro stones in addition to those that came with this and I think the Edge Pro stones are better (but raise the price).
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There are five angle settings indicated by colors. The five angle degrees are: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30. I believe there are angle gauges for these types of knife sharpener. That may help you in getting the 16.
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This is like any other sharpener. It is not hard to find the best angle. You must find it by yourself because not all knives are made the same way.
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No. You can use the size of wheel they have provided to sharpen different chain size. It's the adjustment of the angle of chain teeth that matters.
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It has two angles it can be set at, very easy to do. There are more reviews and videos about it just research it on youtube
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No, the shape of the blade is wrong. You need a rod-shaped sharpener or a steel.
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I unscrew mine and sharpen on a stone. I sharpen the bevel only, so the blade contact isn't changed.
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I had no idea what we were referring to until I saw one other answer. There are 2 angles to be had with this sharpener as stated: 118 and 135.
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This set comes with a sharpener. You hold the handle and pull the blade across the rod at an angle as you pull it down the full length of the blade. The blade should be tilted at an angle not straight up and down. You do each side equally (one side 20 times and the other side 20 times) thus making the blade sharper. You can look this up on you tube if you need a visual. Be careful after you are done. The blade will be sharp.
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No, it's not like you're honing a fine knife. Just set the correct height for your angle; turn it on and swipe the blade through a couple of times. Just be careful to not heat the blade too much because you'll loose temper and it will dull easily again.
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I angle the knife slightly to the left for three strokes and then repeat with the knife tilted slightly to the right. You want to still pull the knife towards you with every stroke. That's the method I use and it works great for me. My knives have never been sharper.
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The "fixed angle" is a bit misleading. There is a wide range of angles that you may position the sharpener. Great for any angle edge you might have.