Faithfull Diamond Whetstone Kit – 3-in-1 Sharpening System with 400G / 600G / 1000G Grit Stones for Knives, Chisels, Scissors & Cutting Tools

I have tried a few different sharpening systems and the one thing that I didn't like was that they were high maintenance. These plates are low maintenance and produce a good cutting edge in a very quickly. They are also good value allowing a woodworker to try diamond plates without spending hundreds of pounds.I have seen other reviewers say that they developed rust spots in a week from using water. If I could offer a couple of tips when sharpening on these stones which is don't use water, rather use a glass cleaner and when you have finished sharpening wipe away the slurry and dry the stones using an old rag.I have been impressed with these plates so far. I have sharpened a couple of tools and these stones have produced two very sharp cutting edges

I have a cheap set of six flat edge chisels that I use for general work like cutting out notches for door hinges and catches, removing bits of wood containing nails scraping off old paint, opening tins of paint because they're to hand at the time... I am not a master woodworker, just a self taught chisel wielding DIYer. So my chisels are regularly blunted, dented and get their corners knocked off. I have a whetstone, been using it for over 20 years, and I hate it. I hate the smell, I hate the noise, and most of all I hate the mess. I usually end up using the wrong size chisel because it's the only one that is still sharp.Finding my whetstone had gone mouldy I wondered if there was an alternative and came across the Faithfull Diamond Whetstone Sharpening Kit on Amazon.I placed the base on a large fluffy dust cloth just to stop it sliding on my table.I used a chisel sharpening jig to ensure I got the angle correct.I used no oil or other lubricants.I applied only enough pressure to slide the blade evenly across the surface and I pushed the blade forwards and backwards slowly, roughly one forward and back movement per second.I used the 400 grit to to deburr, get the corners back and correct the angle of the cutting edge . This work took the most time. I used the 600 grit to sharpen up, followed by the 1000 grit to hone the edge. Yes it did hone the edge well: I sliced my thumb open when I gently ran it along my sharpened 32mm chisel to test it. Far sharper than I ever managed with an oiled whetstone.The fluffy duster meanwhile caught all the fine steel dust and I used it to dry wipe the 'stones' before putting them away.Result? I actually enjoy sharpening my chisels, and they're now getting sharpened every time I've used them. I may even stop opening tins of paint with them...

I didn't expect these to be solid and they weren't, they are just a thin sheet on top of a plastic base so who knows how accurate they are in terms of being flat. That being said the do sharpen very well I have used them on chisels and plane irons up to now with awesome results. I have also found they rust if water is used, (I use a bit of dish soap in the water and a good dry off at the end), the case I a nice touch also. All in all if you are looking for a solid stone do NOT buy but if your looking to get a good sharp edge on your blades for a reasonable price then this is for you.

Good quality Whetstones - if you have the time you can bring chisels that have been abused back to something approaching their former glory. They are easy to use but hand sharpening takes time and patience.

It worked very well and lasted very long

Really good

It was a very cheap way to try some diamond honing plates, but the plates are very thin, with plastic blocks that can flex a bit, and after honing a few chisels, and commissioning a couple of plane irons they’re worn out and don’t do much.I replaced these with a branded metal slab, 2-sided (400 & 1000) diamond honing plate, that only cost 1.5x as much and it’s loads better. Munch better bite, and doesn’t flex. That might wear out as quickly though, hard to know.I didn’t find I used the middle grit for sharpening woodworking tools, but it may be useful for other things.

Bought two years ago lasted well (never used ) They are flattish and the 600 & 400 seem mixed up. Saying that they do a good job of flattening the backs of plane irons and chisels and hand sharpeningNot to confident about using a honing guide on them two much flex and movement .Its best do the hard work with sand paper or grinder and just finish off the job with them.

They work. I cannot tell yet how long they will last./

Supporti in plastica storti. Non usabile per affilature che richiedono superfici piatte, come scalpelli e ferri per pialla.Per altri utensili possono andare, ma il prezzo è troppo alto, considerando la qualità

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