The FAST and FOOLPROOF way to a RAZOR SHARP KNIFE! (Lansky deluxe multi angle sharpening system)

This is hands down my favorite method of sharpening knives. I get very consistent SCARY SHARP edges EVERY TIME using this system. I love this system because it is 1. Affordable 2. Fool-proof (read: EASY) 3. SAFE 4. Versatile.

For more information or to make a purchase, check out the links below:

Lansky multiangle sharpening system (standard set)
Deluxe Serrated set (I bought this set to get the ultra fine hone, and serrated hone)
and I added the Extra Coarse diamond hone:

And of course, you NEED a leather strop, this is the one I use:
If that one is sold out, try this one, it’s similar:

The other system I mention at the end is this one here:

*Prices mentioned in this video are subject to change without notice, please check the links for current pricing.

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[Tool-Meister]

Dan, This still one of the best Lansky tutorials on YouTube. I just re-watched this video and wanted to add a couple of tid-bits. Even Lansky recommends NOT using oil on their diamond stones. Actually traps the filings between the diamond grains. The best process for cleaning diamond stones is water and a tooth brush. I've cut the bristles on a NEW toothbrush to about 1/2 length. That really stiffens them up. I then cut the brush to fit in the Lansky box. It's a a great diamond stone cleaner. You CAN use water as a cutting fluid if you like. A little messy but helps keep the stones clean while cutting. Lastly, when stropping, DO NOT roll the edge under. Instead, at the end of the stroke, flip it OVER, pointing back to the way it came. Watch a good barber strop his razors. This is how it's done. Rolling under can actually ruin the nice profile you just worked so hard to achieve.

[seerking]

Ive been practicing sharpening my own knives for about 3 years now, and you have now taken my knife game to a whole new level. Your Method using the Lansky Sharpening System is better and more effective than what the instructions say, Now my stubborn knives that are harder to sharpen are razor sharp all the way down the blade evenly. Literally shaved off even stubble on my arm. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[UltraMagaFan]

My dad gave me his Lansky sharpener from the 80s it still works great. I %100 recommend getting one of theses.

[Plasmastorm_nevv]

I just found this video today. I purchased the Deluxe Lansky System with more stones and the ceramic hone. I love it but needed to really learn the best way to use it. This is by far the best tutorial out there. Even Lansky's own video is lacking. THANK YOU!!!

[geico]

MAN! I'm so glad you explained to push into the metal, and not pull down away from it. So many videos and no one explains this concept and it's a vital one I suspect:) To a newbie, it looks like it would make more sense to drag the rods down over the blade, but that would be wrong. Push the rods up and across the blade. Excellent!

[grbluen]

Sharpened four knives with the system and wasn't happy. Watched your video and perfection on the first try! Great job!

[brighton]

Thanks Dan. The best explanation of the burr I've ever heard. A lot of people, supposedly in the know, would make you believe that the back & forth motion with the burr will take it off. It doesn't. It does get progressively smaller with each finer hone and towards the end your just aligning the burr. Thanks very much for setting this straight in a video. By the way, I've been using the Lansky system for 40 years. Love it!!

[jackclark]

this kit is amazing. my dad used to use one so i bought a kit plus their strop. I got it so sharp i couldn't even feel the blade catch on the hair when i tested the shave sharpness. that's better than even the razors i use.

[steve]

I've used a Lansky system for years and use my knives for important tasks such as field dressing wild game. I just wanted to suggest that the Lansky mounting pedestal makes the system work much more effortlessly.

[Armadillopepper]

I have a Lansky and just learned I wasn't using it correctly from watching you vid. Thanks. Spent 20 or so minutes on one of my knives and it is much sharper.

[kiarabellewest]

Great video! So informative without bogging down the viewer!

[Info.isfree.openmind]

Oh I’m so happy this came across my suggested videos I’ve been looking for something and for whatever reason I was never ever pointed to the system, happy I am now, thank you

[qthemerrybandofanons]

Thank you. You literally took me from ruining my edge with this kit to razor sharp in about 20 minutes. Best tutorial I have ever seen!

[jacksonian]

the tip about using the pen was the most useful tip i've heard on any of these videos on sharpening, wicked awesome !

[lespaul]

I have been using the 5 stone system for about 22 years. I have only replaced a couple of the stones and they are affordable. I didn't learn about burs until I started refurbing straight razors a few years back (no this system will not work for that LOL), the explanation in the prior video was way easier to understand than the way it was taught to me then.

[UsualSuspect]

Probably the best tutorial I've found.

[RedPilledCrypto]

EXACTLY correct. Been using Lansky sharpeners for 25 years and I even resharpen archery hunting broadheads back to factory fresh. Razor sharp.

[Omega]

I’ve had the system for quite a while but I have avoided it due to not understanding the technique involved. Thanks to you I’ll be sharpening my collection this weekend.

[rrjones]

This is the best video on how to use this system. Can’t wait to try mine out again hopefully with more consistent results, thanks to this video.

[OldNew]

Saw this and had to show the love. I've been using this system for decades. No need for anything else, unless you're sharpening a sword, and I've sharpened a 14" BEAST with the same set. Everything from razor blades, to KA-Bars, bayonets, spear My only two caveats are that, when I can, I put the knife in a soft jawed vice, AND to keep in mind that, unless you're shaving with it, it doesn't need to be shaving sharp. The first time you cut a piece of rope, guess what? Yup, dull knife. Great video.