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EdgeTek Ultra FlipStik Knife Sharpener
$39.99
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SKU: 97044-B
Overview
Built for quick sharpening and touch-ups in the field, this compact tool gives hunters a simple way to maintain a variety of blades without carrying bulky gear. Its tri-grit setup—325 coarse, 750 medium, and 1200 fine—supports everything from more aggressive edge work to finer finishing. The oval, diamond-coated surface is paired with a handle that doubles as a twist carrying case, making it easy to pack and keep protected between uses. Lightweight and small enough for on-the-go kit carry, it suits situations where a dependable sharpener is useful after long days outdoors.
Why Hunters Choose This Product
Tri-grit Setup
Includes coarse, medium, and fine
100% Diamond-coated
Surface provides a consistent sharpening
Oval Contour
Helps edge a variety of
Lightweight, Compact
Design is easy to carry
Handle Doubles
As a twist carrying case
Key Features
- Tri-grit sharpening surfaces: 325 coarse, 750 medium, and 1200 fine.
- 100% diamond-coated surface for sharpening a variety of blades.
- Oval contour helps make blade edging easier.
- Lightweight, compact design for easy carry.
- Handle doubles as an easy-twist carrying case.
- Measures 9 inches open and 5 inches closed; weighs 3 ounces.
Best Used For
- Hunters needing a compact sharpener for quick touch-ups after long days in the field
- Backpackers and anglers who want a lightweight, easy-to-carry sharpening tool
- Users maintaining a variety of blades with coarse, medium, and fine grit options
- Field kits where a small, twist-case design helps keep sharpening gear organized
Specifications
| Contour | oval |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Made In The USA |
| Handle | doubles as an easy twist carrying case |
| Length Closed | 5" (12.7 cm) |
| Length Open | 9" (22.9cm) |
| Size | 4" x 1/2" (10.2cm x 1.3 cm) |
| Surface | 100% diamond coated |
| Tri Grit | 325 coarse, 750 medium, 1200 fine |
| Weight | 3 oz. |
Pros
- Tri-grit setup includes coarse, medium, and fine surfaces for staged sharpening.
- 100% diamond-coated surface provides a consistent sharpening medium.
- Oval contour helps edge a variety of blade shapes.
- Lightweight, compact design is easy to carry in the field.
- Handle doubles as a twist carrying case for convenient storage.
- Compact closed length and 3-ounce weight support packability.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The oval contour and compact format are geared toward touch-ups and general sharpening, so it may not replace a full-size bench sharpener for larger maintenance jobs.
- Tri-grit setup includes coarse, medium, and fine surfaces, but the user still needs to choose the right grit for the blade condition and desired finish.
- At 3 oz. and 5" closed, it is easy to carry, but the smaller size means less working surface than a larger shop sharpener.
- The handle doubles as a carrying case, which is convenient for transport, though it adds a simple twist-open step before use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Pocket knife sharpeners
- Field sharpening tools
- Diamond-coated sharpening tools
- Compact carry sharpening systems
Suggested Accessories
- Hunting knife maintenance kit
- Field sharpening stone
- Blade cleaning cloth
- Compact gear pouch
Frequently Asked Questions
What grit options does the EdgeTek Ultra FlipStik offer?
It has tri-grit surfaces: 325 coarse, 750 medium, and 1200 fine.
What kind of sharpening surface does it use?
The product description says it has a 100% diamond coated surface with an oval contour.
How portable is the FlipStik for field use?
It is described as lightweight and compact, and the handle doubles as an easy twist carrying case. The listed weight is 3 oz.
What are the listed dimensions and open/closed lengths?
The listed size is 4" x 1/2" (10.2 cm x 1.3 cm). It is 9" (22.9 cm) open and 5" (12.7 cm) closed.
Where is the EdgeTek Ultra FlipStik made?
The product data states that it is made in the USA.