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Been wanting one of these to make chisel sharpening easier/faster, and although only used once, I'm impressed with the ease of using, and how quick I was able to sharpen up two of my workhorse chisels. Yes, perhaps the cost of sandpaper disks is a negative for some, but Klingspor has replacement disk assortment sets available at about half the cost of OEM disks. My unit was adjusted fine out of the box in terms of squareness, but the adjustment is simple, and would be a simple matter for anyone with some mechanical skill to overcome if adjustment beyond the normal limit was necessary. Overall, I'm impressed, and sorry I waited so long to sideline my oilstones and buy one of these.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Same old story .. too much plastic, discs last no time and I clean them religiously. Pulled a nut through the body with one turn of an Allen wrench. Takes an age to level the sharpening port and the degree marks are not accurate. Enthusiast level machine. Oh and replacement discs are an absolute rip off.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I bought the WS3000 based on a recommendation from a friend. When using the see thru wheel and the adjustable angle bed, blade width is limited to 2" so check the width of your blades and irons as several of mine are wider. If they are wider, you have to free hand them on top, which works, but isn't as controlled. I am happy with my three glass wheels and 5 grits all mounted and ready to go. It allows a quick transition between grits. I haven't decided if I am going to add to my collection of two see thru wheels. I wish they were reversible like the glass. I find I just don't use the see thru as much as the glass as I mostly touch up gouges and knives. I do wish there was a better jig to help maintain a consistent angle while using the glass wheel but that is a big ask. The adjustable rest does fine. It looks like they were thinking about a tool rest for the see thru wheel (besides the adjustable tray) but I haven't found it online. I use a few different strops to achieve a mirror finish. Very nice product. I would recommend to a friend. My blades are super sharp.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I've tried sharpening my chisels and plane irons by hand but without much (consistent) success. And I have limited time as it is for my woodworking, so I never really enjoyed taking time to sharpen things by hand. This system is worth every penny. I was able to sharpen everything in a fraction of the time. Trust the reviews. This thing is awesome.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
I've used the ws3000 for several years now and can't think of anything that I would change about it. I timber frame for a living. I also collect and restore woodworking tools. New disks are easy to find and reasonably priced.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned