I've had my Kyocera for about 3-4 years and the blade seems dull. Can it be sharpened or must I replace it? That said, it has served me well
1374515
I did some research with no results. I think your only choice is to buy another. Sorry.
1374516
I have no idea but it is probably a) impossible and b) not worth the cost, a new one is pretty cheap
1374517
AS far as I know you can not sharpen it. I had mine for longer than 5 yrs. I also used it almost every day! You should only be using it to slice vegetables. I broke the hand the blade was fine.
1570874
yes, the blade can be replaced but, you wouldn't need to because it can be sharpened. this product also comes with the sharpening stone. it's best to give the blade a few strokes with the stone every 100th cut or so to get a clean cut.
734737
This item was pretty good while it was new. But after 2 months of use the blade went dull. I told the guy who recommended it he told me he sharpens it every 3 months or so. I just went back to my WAHL precision clipper which is still surprisingly as good as it was 10 years ago. And without sharpening. This outliner I kept just for back up.. Hope this helps.
1768527
Not really no, just keep it clean, and sharpen it when it's dull. Which isn't very often.
1013760
I doubt the blades can be sharpened. This one replaced another B/D hedger that lasted over 15 years and still cut well. But, the old one's motor finally died and it was more expensive to replace that than buy a new unit.
1994122
I'm using it till the blades get dull and then get a new one. I don't think it's worth trying to sharpen again but the company may be able to offer a replacement blade. I'm sure that's the most costly part of the device.
1504152
The design of the sharpener makes it difficult to physically get some knives smoothly thru the guards. Kyocera has designed their knives with a blade and handle shape to be sharpened by this sharpener. Typically, other maker's knive handles prevent passing them thru the sharpener.
1909546
My blade arrived very sharp, so if you're expecting yours to be dull you're in for a suprise. Now, if you've already dulled yours out then you can sharpen it. This blade comes with a very good edge on it.
2190660
The blades can't be sharpened, but some sharpeners can replace the cutter for much cheaper than the replacement cost of the whole blade. I send mine to Northern Tails Sharpening, he charges $10 to refurbish 5-in-1 blades.
1410990
Yes, the blade is replaceable. I'm not sure the blade can be sharpened. If the blade is oiled regularly it shouldn't need sharpening.
1466791
I have had my sharpener probably 3 years and have not noticed that the sharpening wheel needed replacement yet. I sharpen my knives on a regular basis, so the wheel seems to last for a long time. You may purchase the replacement wheel assembly directly from Kyocera at: http://kyoceraadvancedceramics.com/ceramic-kitchen-tools/ceramic-knife-sharpeners/knife-sharpener-replacement-wheel.html I have ordered from Kyocera directly in the past and have always received products in a timely manner.
78232
yes! i do recommend spending the money on the kyocera knives instead of these ones. big difference!
1745103
I have sharpened mine and they seem none the worse for it. I decided they were cheap enough that I could replace it if I ruined it.
536701
You can mail it to Kai USA and they will sharped out the nicks. Check the website. No Charge for sharpening, just postage. Day to Day treatment, wash in warm water and dry immediately. Sharpen after each use - Edge is at a sharp angle (17% I believe).
515986
I have used tool a lot. blade still nice and sharp. I would think blades can be sharpened. I love this tool.
1098285
IIRC, out of the box the blade was good and sharp.If you sharpen your own, you'll *love* the way this thing takes an edge. My Zetsurin is just about the sharpest thing I own. After a bit of work ;)
1466790
I got mine thru Amazon. electric Sharpener and it is fantastic. I use my knives everyday for everything and I usually cut only on a pad for Kyocera but still need to sharpen occasionally. The electric sharpen solves all my problems! Very satisfied with my purchase. Highly recommend cause I have too many knives to send back to Japan and I do not want to be without anyone of them for that long. I am spoiled and have one for every purpose they have made them so far! I have put steel knives including some of my Chefs knives in the bottom drawer. The ceramic are easier on my hands..less pressure required! I got mine thru Amazon. electric Sharpener and it is fantastic. I use my knives everyday for everything and I usually cut only on a pad for Kyocera but still need to sharpen occasionally. The electric sharpen solves all my problems! Very satisfied with my purchase. Highly recommend cause I have too many knives to send back to Japan and I do not want to be without anyone of them for that long. I am spoiled and have one for every purpose they have made them so far! I have put steel knives including some of my Chefs knives in the bottom drawer. The ceramic are easier on my hands..less pressure... » Read More I got mine thru Amazon. electric Sharpener and it is fantastic. I use my knives everyday for everything and I usually cut only on a pad for Kyocera but still need to sharpen occasionally. The electric sharpen solves all my problems! Very satisfied with my purchase. Highly recommend cause I have too many knives to send back to Japan and I do not want to be without anyone of them for that long. I am spoiled and have one for every purpose they have made them so far! I have put steel knives including some of my Chefs knives in the bottom drawer. The ceramic are easier on my hands..less pressure required! « Show Less