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WORK SHARP - BENCHSTONE KNIFE SHARPENER(TM) WITH TRI-BRASIVE AND PIVOT-RESPONSE(TM)
$59.95
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Overview
Built for controlled bench-top sharpening, this angle-guided system is suited to hunters and outdoorsmen who want a repeatable way to maintain pocket knives, outdoor knives, and other blades. The interchangeable guides can be set to 20 or 25 degrees, or removed for freehand work, while the tri-brasive setup lets you move between coarse and fine diamond surfaces and a fine ceramic stone. Its Pivot-Response feature follows the curve of the blade for more consistent contact, and the lockout option adds a rigid surface for a wider range of sharpening tasks. With anti-skid feet and no need for water or oil, it keeps the process straightforward, though the bench-top format is less suited to quick field touch-ups.
Why Hunters Choose the General
Angle-guided System
Guides removable for freehand use
Tri-brasive Design
Lets you quickly switch between
Medium Fine
Diamond plates help restore an
Pivot-response Abrasive
Follows the blade curve to
Anti-skid Feet
Help keep the bench-top sharpener
Key Features
- Angle-guided, three-sided abrasive sharpening system for manual knife sharpening.
- Sharpening guides set to 20° or 25°, or removed for freehand sharpening.
- Tri-Brasive benchstone indexes between coarse and fine diamond and fine ceramic stones.
- Medium 320-grit and fine 600-grit diamond plates help restore a sharp edge.
- Fine-grit ceramic stone is included for a keen finishing edge.
- Pivot-Response abrasive follows the blade curve and can be locked out for rigid use.
- Anti-skid feet help keep the sharpener stable during use.
Best Used For
- Hunters maintaining pocket and outdoor knives at camp or back home
- Users wanting guided sharpening at 20 or 25 degrees without freehand guesswork
- Anyone needing a bench-top sharpener with quick coarse-to-fine abrasive changes
- Knife owners who prefer a stable, no-water, no-oil sharpening setup
- Users sharpening varied knife and tool edges with a lockable rigid surface
Specifications
| Abrasive Replaceable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Abrasive Types | Medium (320) grit diamond, Fine (600) grit diamond, Fine grit ceramic |
| Additional Sharpening Guides | 15° and 17° sold separately |
| Anti Skid Feet | Yes |
| Knife Types Supported | Pocket knives, outdoor knives, kitchen knives |
| Long Description | The Work Sharp Benchstone Knife Sharpener is an angle guided, 3-sided abrasive sharpening system that makes manual sharpening faster, easier and more precise than ever. Precise, consistent sharpening guides can be set to 20 or 25 degrees or removed to sharpen freehand. TRI-BRASIVE benchstone quickly index between coarse and fine diamond and fine ceramic stone. PIVOT-RESPONSE abrasive follows the curve of the blade to maintain contact and create the best results. The Work Sharp Benchstone Knife Sharpener is an angle guided, 3-sided abrasive sharpening system. Medium (320) grit diamond and fine (600) grit diamond plates quickly restore a sharp edge, while the fine grit ceramic stone creates an incredibly keen edge on any knife. Abrasives are user-replaceable. The innovative Pivot-Response system allows the abrasive to follow the curve of the blade - making manual sharpening faster, easier, and more precise than ever. Sharpening guides are interchangeable from 20 degrees or 25 degrees and optional to use, additional 15 degrees and 17 degrees sharpening guides sold separately. Sharpens pocket and outdoor knives of all types and can also be used on kitchen knives. Pivot-Response feature can be locked out to provide a rigid sharpening surface for a wide range of knife and tool sharpening applications. Anti-skid feet ensure a safe and stable process. No water or oil is required, making sharpening faster with less set up and clean up. Abrasives are user replaceable to provide service ability over the life of the sharpener. Professional level bench-top knife sharpening made easy. Angle guides and Pivot-Response sharpening base provide precision, consistency and a superior sharpening experience than other sharpening stone systems. |
| Pivot Response | Yes |
| Pivot Response Lockout | Yes |
| Sharpening Angle Guides | 20° or 25° |
| Sharpening System | Angle guided, 3-sided abrasive sharpening system |
| Short Description | The Work Sharp Benchstone Knife Sharpener is an angle guided... |
| Tool Sharpening Applications | Wide range of knife and tool sharpening applications |
| Water Or Oil Required | No |
Pros
- Angle-guided system supports 20 or 25 degree sharpening, with guides removable for freehand use.
- Tri-Brasive design lets you quickly switch between coarse and fine diamond, plus fine ceramic.
- Medium and fine diamond plates help restore an edge before finishing on ceramic.
- Pivot-Response abrasive follows the blade curve to maintain contact during sharpening.
- Anti-skid feet help keep the bench-top sharpener stable during use.
- User-replaceable abrasives support serviceability over the life of the sharpener.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The included angle guides are set to 20° or 25°; if you prefer a different sharpening angle, 15° and 17° guides are sold separately.
- The Pivot-Response feature can be locked out, but the system is still a bench-top sharpener, so it is less compact than a pocket or field sharpener.
- It uses diamond plates and a ceramic stone rather than water or oil, which simplifies setup but means the sharpening feel and process will differ from traditional wet stones.
- Abrasives are user-replaceable, which supports long-term serviceability, but it also means replacement parts may be needed over time.
Suggested Comparisons
- Manual knife sharpeners
- Bench-mounted sharpening systems
- Diamond sharpening stones
- Ceramic sharpening stones
Suggested Accessories
- Knife maintenance kit
- Replacement sharpening abrasives
- Sharpening angle guides
- Non-slip workbench mat
Frequently Asked Questions
What sharpening angles does the Benchstone support out of the box?
The included sharpening guides can be set to 20° or 25°, or removed for freehand sharpening.
What abrasive surfaces are included with the Tri-Brasive system?
The Tri-Brasive benchstone includes medium (320) grit diamond, fine (600) grit diamond, and a fine grit ceramic stone.
Can the abrasives be replaced if they wear out?
Yes. The product description states that the abrasives are user-replaceable.
Is water or oil required for use?
No. The Benchstone is described as requiring no water or oil, which reduces setup and cleanup.
What kinds of knives can this sharpener be used on?
It is described as sharpening pocket and outdoor knives of all types, and it can also be used on kitchen knives. The description does not provide knife size limits or blade-spec restrictions.