Diamond sharpening stone require broken in period, what is it? Is this item long lasting?
1347899
Depends on what you are sharpening and how often you use it. The trend stone is the best and highly recommend it. Still working great for me. If you did not buy one yet you won't be diappointed.
1347900
This product worked immediately without a break in period, but cuts less aggressivly after the first few uses. I have been using it regularly for 6 month and it is still working well, but soon discovered that use of the Trend lapping fluid when sharpening blades is best for extending the life (expensive and messy). Lately, I mostly use it to flatten my Japanese water stones, it is great for that and should last years.
1347901
The breaking in period should happen within the first few weeks. This is how it is designed - also with professional use (used everyday) this product should last a minimum of 10 years.
2188552
When I received this "diamond sharpening stone" it had nothing to do with diamonds, just an ordinary stone which are a dime a dozen. You can sharpen a knife on a rock, but for a really good edge, a REAL diamond hone is what you want, which this is Not.
2211098
Hi Jenny. I usually use only the "Smith's DCS4 4-Inch FINE & COARSE Diamond Combo Sharpening Stones" and works great. The knives stay very sharp for 1 month, in moderate use.
1109392
Yes as long as its a rotary dremel also use water as your cutting the stone it will make the diamond last along time even if its a couple drops from a wet spong it'll help
1323266
Here's a great link. No worries-I didn't know either. :) Good luck. http://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/What-is-a-carborundum-Stone-W25.aspx
1457936
I have no idea though I have had one for some time. It's cheaper to buy a new one than conventional sharpening unless you can do it all yourself.
836952
Depending on how sharp it is. If it is really dull then you will need a wet stone, shun have one with 2 sides for sharpening and one for honeing. If it is still quite you can just get a dimond steel the sharpen it after a couple of uses, Thats what I do with my old shun 25cm chefs knife and ive had that for 9 yrs.
1967158
Don't now recall how ad described them, but the stone has a fine grit on one side (good for initially dressing the edge of a dulled knife or tool) and a ultra-fine grit on the other side which is great for honing to a really fine edge. I use my stone mainly for our good kitchen knives, but have also used it with my wood chisels and wood planes, where it really shines. If you want something to work heavier tools, like machetes, axes and hatchets, you'll need something else -- bigger for safety and with a coarser grit -- maybe medium on one side, fine on the other.
587063
I'm pretty sure you can. I have a diamond sharpener from Smith's and it advises to use honing oil. So I doubt it'll cause anything bad. I use this oil on all my stones.
1873859
Haven't had to sharpen it. It shouldn't need to be sharpened for some time unless you are really hard on the knife. I have used a leather strop to touch up blade and hone after use. When you buy the knife, it comes with sharpening recommendations on the box.
1983147
I never got to use the stone I bought. When it arrived two of the corners were broken off and I just returned it. I would think it is good for your knife. It is a very very fine grain of stone, and should be used with water, not oil.
560991
I use a grinding wheel and then sharpening stones. I also would wipe it with mineral oil if you can keep up with the habit. You shouldn't have to sharpen it out of the box. Unless you hit the blade with a rock, You won't be sharpening it for a while. It's a Ka-Bar, not a pocket knife, get it dirty.
1059440
Yes, but you will wear the stone out considerably quicker. Buy extra stones or go with a diamond stone sharpener. No matter what bit you're sharpening, use a light pressure against stone.
2011015
I use a diamond machining technology (DMT) sharpener--fine + medium surfaces. Actually, I use only the fine and amazingly enough that seems sufficient. The one I have no longer appears to be listed on Amazon, but I would think any fine DMT sharpener would be OK--they're relatively inexpensive. The closest I can come to what I have is http://www.amazon.com/DMT-D4F-Dia-Sharp-Continuous-Diamond/dp/B002D4K90M/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1392345271&sr=8-27&keywords=diamond+machining+technology
2171309
The blade is reasonably durable, but like any metal cutting implement, it does require sharpening to keep its performance optimal. Personally, I use a diamond coated honing tool, and I sharpen it after every trip where it sees significant use
1348623
yes, the stone seems to be pretty indestructible. Just done drop it or sit on top of hot burner.
954726
Sharpening/honing stones do wear out over use, but they usually last a long time as long as they're not mistreated or under oiled. Oil is important! I've sharpened 5 machetes an axe and a few knifes and it looks practically brand new still.