Which knife sharpener? W/S or

[fitz19d]

Not familiar with them, but can the ken onion w/s etc do bigger things like mower blades? Or just be happy with an angle grinder on those?

[00tec]

Not familiar with them, but can the ken onion w/s etc do bigger things like mower blades? Or just be happy with an angle grinder on those?

I've done my machete on one.
Pretty sure mower blades would be OK on it.

[Circuits]

I have whetstones, traditional steels, automatic grinders, special stone systems with the angle holding thingamajobbies, and those diamond abrasive set-angle systems (Magic Chef, KitchenAid).

I usually just use the Magic Chef or KitchenAid if I'm touching up a kitchen or paring knife. I used to use the steel for those, but I find the small units handier.

I might break out the stone system with the angle thingy if it's a new blade and I want to contour it my preferred angle.

I use an automatic grinder for things like lawn mower blades, axe/hatchet heads and lawn/garden trimmer tools.

I haven't had to sharpen my machete yet. It'll get the automatic grinder, too, most likely when it needs it.

[Mtneer]

Not familiar with them, but can the ken onion w/s etc do bigger things like mower blades? Or just be happy with an angle grinder on those?

They have a separate attachment intended for things like mower blades and axes; costs about $50. It is very aggressive.

I have the blade grinding attachment for chef knives that uses 1"x18" belts instead of 3/4"x12". Had to buy it as an accessory at the time but they now bundle it as the Elite Sharpening System for an extra $50 over the KO.

[eddiememphis]

Not familiar with them, but can the ken onion w/s etc do bigger things like mower blades? Or just be happy with an angle grinder on those?

Yes. The head pivot to use as a grinder. Or, you can buy a grinder attachment for it.