Lansky Puck - Dual Grit Multi-Purpose Sharpener - Blade & Tool Sharpener

This is a great little puck to keep around and sharpen up any blade you might need because once you learn how to use it properly, you can put a hair-shaving edge on blades within a couple minutes! I would check out YouTube for a demonstration because once you see it and try it, you'll get the hang of it fast. It's really easy to use, I promise!Personally, I always have trouble keeping the blade at a proper angle when I'm trying to use a flat sharpening stone at a table. Instead of taking the blade to the stone, it makes a lot of intuitive sense to take the stone to the blade instead! It's easier to sharpen that way and more fun!So once this came in the mail and I learned to use it, I started putting dangerously sharp edges on all the things! Even on my Moraknivs Lol not just tools such as lawn mower or axe. This puck is really diverse in its applications, and easy to use, in that way! My fiance was skeptical, but he asked me to sharpen his knife for him and 5 minutes later, he had to admit that the Lansky puck did a really good job!I purchased this puck specifically to sharpen and maintain a Tramontina machete, and it has done marvelously in that regard. Traditionally, those types of machetes come a little unfinished, so the owner can modify to their specific needs, so it came without an edge. This Lansky puck was a dream to use, it's actually really zen to sit there with it rubbing the edge of the blade, and hear the way it rings when you have the angle right. I was able to put a hair-shaving edge on that machete. It took a little while for the first time but maintenance after that has been very quick.When I am able, I will be picking up more of these pucks to keep around. They're best used with either water or oil. If you choose water for a stone, stick to water, and if you choose to use blade oil, then stick with that. You can use them dry but it's not a very comfortable experience to do so. They're a fantastic value for the money, as they're inexpensive, effective, efficient, and easily portable!

I actually sat at camp and used this puck on my axe and machete — and it flat-out works. The coarse side chewed through the nicks, the fine side smoothed it out, and in just a few minutes my tools were cutting like new.It’s small enough to toss in a pack, and you don’t need a workbench or a ton of know-how. Just steady hands and a little time by the fire, and you’ll be surprised at the edge you can get.If Lansky ever needs gear tested in real camp conditions, I’d be first in line — this puck earned its spot in my kit.

This is a pretty good stone. I like the dual grits because let's face it, not everything we sharpen needs the same kind of edge or starts from the same degree of dullness. You can use it dry, with honing oil or with water. Over many years I have found that water works best with a stone this coarse, (actually, my father taught me that and I just simply verified what he told me over the years). Using it dry will cause premature wear and your stone will not last as long as it could. So choose whether you can work best with honing oil or water. Even though this stone has what it calls a medium grit, it's still not nearly as smooth and hard as an Arkansas stone or something of that nature that normally requires oil. If you use oil on this stone, it will clog the pores and eventually have an affect on how well it does its job. Water on the other hand does just as well or better and does not clog. It washes out and the stone can stay clean for the next time you need it. As far as being messy I have not found that to be a problem. A small amount of oil or water is all you need anyway, and you can always add more when you need it. Just enough to cover the surface of the stone is all that is necessary and when it dries up or soaks in, just add some more. It's not that complicated. Clean it after each use to keep the surface fresh and get rid of metal particles that will collect.

Great for the tool box. Good to use on ax, machetes and lawn blades.

Great to take camping or backpacking. Sharpens well and quickly. I try to keep weight down, and I can keep an edge on my fixed blade or axe easily with this.

This puck is great. First time using one. I have used all types of sharpening stones. This one is by far the easiest to use. I got a nice edge on my splitting maul and small hatchet in just a few minutes. This is a must have in my opinion.

Works great sharpening well great prices as well cheaper than the Store the grit is good and quality very durable as well

So I bought this for my newer Fiskar Axe. I have a poor spine/cervical cord. I needed a darn good axe to get some kindling and such at times. Anyways, I was quite upset I goofed up and split some "split" wood for kindling w/o my round-chopping block a pal gave me. The rocks below chipped up a very sharp edge to begin with (great axe BTW).I considered having it done at ACE or such... (hardware store). I am more of a do it myself guy even with my spent spine. This stone fit the bill. Perhaps the oil is smart to have and I have it and used it- but... I can simply say i you put about 10 minutes into a decent head, you will a nice edge. With the axe I have now (I cannot use my heavy maul now)- it cuts up the pieces I have simply so I have my kindling or something useable- I heat my home with wood. I don't do much wood splitting now- I cannot and pay for it. BUT- a sharp blade with the right type of axe/splitter truly makes a difference.I love being able to get the edge to the way I want and it works quite well. Not hard effort. Simply a rounding process with focus on the edges that perhaps one may have "nipped". I love this rock and it does the trick. I trust it more than taking it to a commercial store that will simply machine it. I think you will be happy. If not, I guess I don't know squat- lol. Been around a bit so I think I am calling this one right.