Reddit reviews Lansky Puck - Dual Grit Multi-Purpose Sharpener - Blade & Tool Sharpener
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Easy to useCan be used in fieldCan be used in shopworks with all tupes of blades and axeseasy to use
Get you a Lansky puck . Should do you just fine.
If there are major dings in the blade, a mill bastard file could be a good place to start until you get a definable edge.
Lansky Puck - Dual Grit Multi-Purpose Sharpener - Blade & Tool Sharpener https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000B8FW0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_M0eQBbGRPHEDH
These types of sharpeners remove far too much steel and will create a very weak edge. If you are going to send the money purchasing a GB hatchet, take a little time and learn how to properly sharpen your hatchet using some whetstones.
If you are looking for something that you can carry with you in the field, one good alternative is a Lansky Dual Grit Sharpener:
http://www.amazon.com/Lansky-LPUCK-Dual-Grit-Sharpener/dp/B000B8FW0Y/ref=pd_sbs_lg_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1S8A6FCZC4K771DV0HAT
-This was generous gift from my SO's mom. It may not be the best tent out there, but at free it can't be beat.
-Got this for its small size and light weight. Future winter camping trips are a possibility, in which case I plan on snagging a wool blanket of sleeping bag liner.
-Simple basic sleeping pad, I've been using these since scouts and have wanted for nothing more, especially because of its light weight.
-In the event of winter camping, is this enough to insulate from the ground? If not, what could be added to my sleep system to keep me insulated from the ground?
-Lightweight and simple, these were cheap and seemed straight forward.
-They stack with the majority of either piece's empty space facing each other, allowing for decently dry storage for matches etc. inside.
-Comes with a tight fitting mesh ditty bag
-Another straight forward and cheap piece,
-This is really an optional piece, I plan on bringing it along on trips with big groups or when cooking meat is in the cards.
-These are the camping gold standard in my book, been using them since scouts.
-Came in a decently affordable combo pack, plan on using them for food/toiletries storage and bear bags.
-Love this little knife, cheap but durable and was a shaver straight out of the box.
-Came with a super thick plastic sheath
9)Hatchet: Estwing Hatchet - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004TNWD40?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
-Heard this was a classic, people say they've still got the one's their grandfather's used. It's heavy, but I'm happy with the tradeoff.
-Got it sharpened well enough to cleanly slice through paper at the moment
-Great sharpener, pretty much the go to field sharpener from what I've gathered.
-Only took a couple minutes to learn how to use, the only hard part is consistently following the bevel through each stroke, but it gets easier.
-Very great, medium size towels with their own tote
-Seems great, picked it up at REI physical store then read reviews and got spooked, we'll see though, a minority of the reviewers swear by it.
-Just in case it sucks, any suggestions for a collapsible water container of equal size/price?
-These came free with my water filter, and they have many good reviews. If they do well, I may buy some extras.
-More showing of my primitivist ass, and I thought I could take some weight off of my SO by carrying enough water for the two of us.
-Got these a long time ago when I knew less, they are pretty bulky and my first item I want to replace
-SO's mom gifted this this Christmas, so amazing and thoughtful, one of the best gifts I've ever gotten and I love the color
-Pack of flashlights (might not bring all four) - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V639BNC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01
Items not shown:
-Always a tin or bag of Drum Tobacco and papers
-Kindle, old generation one
-Collapsible trowel
-Paracord
-Burlap shoulder bag for gathering kindling etc
Items still wanted (suggestions greatly appreciated):
-Knife for SO
-Work gloves
-Plastic flasks for booze
-Belt pouch
-Higher quality tarp
-Knife Sharpener
-Sleeping bag liner or wool blanket
-Any food suggestions!
-Rain cover for pack
-Smell proof food bags
I don't have much experience outside of scouts, so I'm very open to critique of my setup. I will warn that I am very much into primitivism, and camping for me is a gateway to a backcountry, esthetic lifestyle I one day I hope to live, so some of my gear choices may not always be the most efficient. Any advice from a primitivist or purist standpoint is doubly appreciated.
I assume you mean a Lansky Puck.
I had been making photo albums but just started a YouTube channel. My friend was nice enough to let me borrow his GoPro and mounts but most of the time I record with my phone (also have another camera but it's a bit broken and can only take pictures). Part of what I'm ordering from amazon is a new monopod/tripod/selfie stick which I'm very much in need of at the moment since my videos are a bit shaky.
Haven't gotten around to do any solo 2 day trips yet (most of the time I'd be with a group and there would be designated campsites to fill up water at) but if I was going out with no means to fill up I'd take anywhere from 4-6 liters of water. The climate here is very hot and there is no such thing as bringing too much water. If there was a water source I could potentially allow myself to bring less since I could boil any water I find.
Amazon list:
-5.11 Rush 72 55L backpack
-Mora Companion (stainless steel)
-Bahco Laplander
-Headlamp
-Jetboil 10in frying pan
-Whetstone
All together that weighs 7.9 pounds and at some point I'd like to get a sleeping pad and tarp bringing it up to ten pounds (not including food, water, and other supplies which might get me to around 15-20 pounds depending on the duration of my outings).
As for the grill it's just a makeshift one. Four tent pegs and a small grate.
I keep a Lansky Puck in my pack and have used it to sharpen my hatchet countless times. It works well, just takes a while. If you can find a smooth stone of similar grit and hardness then there's no reason you can't use it the same way.
Whatever you get, learn how to sharpen it. This is a good cheap round stone.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000B8FW0Y/
I don't know how well that works with the top hook curve of those machetes others suggested. Watch some videos on sharpening. I have a feeling a half round bastard file might be your only option there.
Whatever you get, get the tools to sharpen it.
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I just copied what I saw in a wranglerstar YouTube vid. I purchased these three items and they will be my dedicated axe sharpening devices.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B8FW0Y?pc_redir=T1 I recommend you get one of these for your axe. It's small and since your axe is out in the open this would really help if you ever need to use it.
I guess I trust Amazon reviews more than I should. Actual sharpening stones have poor reviews saying things like, "Sharpened my knife all day on this and now it's dull as a butterknife," and the pull-through sharpener I have had great reviews from people saying it did a fairly good job and was easy to use.
In retrospect, now that I've gleaned a little knowledge from this sub, I guess the people leaving bad reviews on the stones were most likely inexperienced and couldn't maintain an angle. I do have one stone - this one - if I picked up an angle guide, could this stone be decent for sharpening harder steels, or should I just give in and buy a proper long stone?
As for the tanto blade - I go camping occasionally and a knife comes in handy then, but in my day to day life my knife use is pretty much limited to cutting dangling threads off my clothes, opening packages, and tightening screws, so I'm not too concerned with the limited usability of the tanto profile. I'm mostly getting it for aesthetic reasons - it just looks super nice and I'd love to admire it in person/get to show it off to friends.
Thanks so much for the advice!
You might try a lansky knife sharpening system. I have been sharpening my knives for years with the same (relatively) inexpensive set. Or a slightly more expensive diamond set. You can reprofile a knife with these, so, for just regular sharpening make sure you use only the finer stones.
...For a axe / hatchet you do want a sharpening puck. And if you carry an axe or hatchet -- do yourself a favor and sharpen it regularly.
And get yourself a strop, too.
People who are a lot more technical about it use water stones, and more expensive knife sharpening rigs. But for me, the lansky is totally sufficient (and I do appreciate a honed blade)
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I really don't know anything about gardening tools. This seems easy and versatile for stuff that doesn't need a super fine edge. I would leave shears to a professional as those are quite tricky.
My go to axe sharpener..
Lansky Puck - Dual Grit Multi-Purpose Sharpener - Blade & Tool Sharpener https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000B8FW0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8lfXAbP803BHM
Awesome project!
I have a couple pro tips for any future projects you take on:
Axe heads have "cheeks" near the bit to aid in splitting, make sure not to grind them down when sharpening or you'll just get an axe that's really good at getting stuck in wood.
Again, awesome job, hopefully this is helpful!
Yep, same principle as knife sharpening. Although the angle will generally be less acute than say a kitchen knife for example.
As far as what to sharpen it with? A Lansky Puck is probably about perfect for something long like a machete. Otherwise you can pick up a cheap stone at any asian market. If you are looking for more of a polished edge you could pick up a finer stone or a diamond sharpening stone/block.
On a side note...make it good and sharp or don't bother. A dull blade is more dangerous in use than a sharp one. If you're not going to use it, don't sharpen it.
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If you have any blades that need sharpening, this[1] is a recent purchase I made that has been pretty fun.
[1] https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000B8FW0Y/
I just used a little water (you can use water or oil) and I got my dull pocket knife very sharp in just a minute or two. Able to cut through paper and all that. Could also work on scissors or a kitchen knife. It should last a very long time.