why no adjustable sharpmaker?

[skinnybenny]

i have a zo4 sharpmaker. i like it. it works well with my byrd crow. that 40 degree microbevel makes all the difference for me. i was just wondering though, why doesn't spyderco make a sharpmaker with adjustable angles?. it doesn't seem like something that incredibly difficult to make. and it seems to me, that its something knife nuts, especially those with knives made out of super steels n such, would appreciate a sharpener with a little more flexibility. and its something that it seems like any average joe like myself could make a descent one, and a company with the resources and minds at spyderco, would be able to make something far more impressive than just descent. thanks in advance for any responses to my question.
-ben

[Vincent]

i have a zo4 sharpmaker. i like it. it works well with my byrd crow. that 40 degree microbevel makes all the difference for me. i was just wondering though, why doesn't spyderco make a sharpmaker with adjustable angles?. it doesn't seem like something that incredibly difficult to make. and it seems to me, that its something knife nuts, especially those with knives made out of super steels n such, would appreciate a sharpener with a little more flexibility. and its something that it seems like any average joe like myself could make a descent one, and a company with the resources and minds at spyderco, would be able to make something far more impressive than just descent. thanks in advance for any responses to my question.
-ben

Making a adjustable sharpmaker would not really be to hard. But the price will defiantly go up and it will most defiantly become more difficult for the average user to use. The more pieces a device has the more likely it is to fail.

I would be for a simple adjustable version

[JD Spydo]

Knowing how the mind of one Sal Glesser operates it wouldn't surprise me in the least if I were to find out that he isn't either working on a new improved version of the Sharpmaker or maybe even a new and more innovative sharpening tool all together..

I personally have lobbied on a couple of occasions for them to come up with a base similar to the one used in the 204 Sharpmaker to accomodate the Spyderco 701 Profile sharpening stones. I find myself using my 701 Profiles even more than I do the Sharpmaker.

But don't give up suggesting new sharpening equipment because it never hurts to be heard. I would even welcome it if they were to do a deluxe sharpening unit similar to the EDGE PRO. But I'm sure we haven't seen the last of Spyderco's innovative sharpening tools

[Michael Cook]

I personally have lobbied on a couple of occasions for them to come up with a base similar to the one used in the 204 Sharpmaker to accomodate the Spyderco 701 Profile sharpening stones. I find myself using my 701 Profiles even more than I do the Sharpmaker.

:spyder: BRILLIANT!! :spyder:

[bigkahunasix]

I wholeheartedly agree with you JD. As Michael said-


BRILLIANT!!!



Bigk6

[arnon]

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$!!!

[JD Spydo]

I wholeheartedly agree with you JD. As Michael said-


BRILLIANT!!!



Bigk6

Well Michael and Bigk6 it only makes sense and it would help Spyderco sell a truck load of those 701 stones. Because if most folks would discover what you and I and Michael have discovered that the 701 Profiles are THEE TOOL for sharpening your serrations razor sharp and keeping them looking and performing just like they came from the factory. Then a lot of folks would surely buy a set of them. And discover that they are not hard to use at all.

I feel I like I've really gotten the hang of using the 701 Profiles but I would still really welcome some angle guides for the Profiles. They could also engineer the angle guide for other set ups as well. Like sharpening other oddly configurated edges, woodworking tools and everything else from end mills to drill bits. Because if the folks here in Spyderville would discover just how versatile the 701 Profiles are Spyderco would have trouble keeping them in stock. Plus you could make a really nice kit out of them like for "bug out" bags and survival kits.

The 204 Sharpmaker does a good job of sharpening serrations but the 701 Profiles do an EXCELLENT job of sharpening them. Plus they keep them looking factory fresh. thanks for the testimony guys

[christopher]

Skinny Benny - I think the basic model is the way it is because of the K.I.S.S. principle. (Keep it Simple, Stupid) (No insult intended.) It works very well for the average user and produces consistently sharp edges with a lot of training or practice. That's the beauty of Sal's original design.

Chris :) :) :)

[skinnybenny]

yeah i guess. it seems to me like there would be a market for an additional more complex sharpmaker. but thats just my thinking. and i'm not the ceo of spyderco. i'm sure they have their reasons.

[Bolster]

This discussion on the Sharpmaker is relevant here...

http://www.spyderco.com/forums/showthre ... sharpmaker

[carrot]

Well, obviously it wouldn't make sense for them to discontinue the current model, as it clearly fills a niche. But to make a "pro" model for more advanced users with adjustable angles... well, I'd certainly appreciate that.

[sal]

We've come up with a number of "adjustment" methods, but they add complications and costs. We're not sure much of the market will want it.

Right now we're working on a number of other sharpeners, travel, one piece, etc. When the need is there to update the Sharpmaker, we'll certainly look at all of the options.

sal

[JD Spydo]

We've come up with a number of "adjustment" methods, but they add complications and costs. We're not sure much of the market will want it.

Right now we're working on a number of other sharpeners, travel, one piece, etc. When the need is there to update the Sharpmaker, we'll certainly look at all of the options.

sal

Mr. Glesser? What about the possibility of Angle guides for the 701 Profiles? A base maybe similar to the one you have on the 204 Sharpmaker? Could possibly, maybe make the 701 Profiles good for more types of sharpening jobs. Not to mention another great way to sharpen Spyder-Edged blades?