DMT MAGKIT-EF Diafold Magna-Guide Kit

Works great

The first kit I received was not sealed in any way. I opened it up, and several of the sharpening stones were scraped up. Clearly the kit had been used, and I had ordered a new kit (not used). So I returned that kit and asked to have a new one shipped to me. The next kit arrived and the handle was sealed with a zip tie. I opened it up, and this kit seemed to indeed be brand new.Now that a had a new kit, I used it to sharpen a 2.5" long x 1/2" wide Swiss Army knife blade. I started with a setting of 7, but that won't work on a 1/2" blade (even though the instructions say it should). The stones will scrape the blade clamp part of the guide before contacting the blade. So I switched to a setting of 6, which should give an angle of 21 degrees on a 1/2" blade. This ended up being the perfect angle for that blade. I was able to achieve a sharp and even edge, of which I am very satisfied. It is sharper than when it was new, I am sure of that.I am not experienced with sharpening knives, so I found the guide very helpful in achieving the angle I wanted. Trying to get a 20 degree angle by free handing it would have been very difficult for me.Despite getting a used kit at first and one issue with the instructions, I'm giving this 5 stars. Mainly because I was so successful at sharpening.

Before getting into the product review, I first have to compliment DMT on their customer service. The first sharpener I received had a defect. A replacement was sent out the same day.The sharpener itself is a mixed bag. the diamond stones, are typical of DMT products and are of very high quality. I liked the magnetic holder and found it easy to use. The knife holder is of decent quality, though if you plan to sharpen knives less than 1/2 inch in length you will have trouble (in my case a very small pocket knife.) The system works fine on wider knives.My main complaint is the quality of the plastic used on the adjustable rods and tubes that determine the sharpening angle. this was the source of the original defect that DMT kindly corrected. The system is designed for a small tab to run in a groove for adjustment, and then lock in place by twisting so the tab enters a small slot that holds it in place...theoretically. Unfortunately, the plastic making up these components is of poor quality so the rods are difficult to adjust, and the the tab itself seems like it will wear prematurely or break off entirely.Bottom line: I was able to get very sharp knives, but I'm not sure how long the unit will last.

Wow. I dont know what i was doing wrong before but this set up is like magic.I paired this kit with the Hutsuls mini stroop with the DMT 0.5 micron spray (which all fit inside the kit box) for the sharpest knives Ive ever had.They are now maybe too sharp? If you touch the blades you get cut.But what an edge.

Great tool for getting the sharpest edge and keeping it! Practice will ensure the same results with each use.

I had originally purchased a lansky but this product smokes it, from ease of use to diamond stones for a cheaper price you can sharpen your knife like a razor.

I think I studied every option and decided on the Magna Guide DMT. It took me a couple tries to set the technique down. Now I have been able to get my knives sharpener than ever. At least as sharp as factory. Some sharpener. I reprofiled a D2 folder with success using the four sharpeners that come with the kit. I may get the extra corse later if i decide to do much of that. I bought an Ultratec that is as sharp or sharper than any other new knife with what appears to be about 20 degrees per side. So I may work on perfecting that first.I like the plastic holder and guide system. It is plenty strong to hold the knife blade secure. I imagine that those that have had problems with it, don’t have it adjusted properly. It is petty well designed IMO.I think I made the right choice. I really like the magnetic guide rod set up and the folding diamond stones DMT makes.

CONS:- Quite chintzy plastic vise compared to Lansky's metal vise.- Ok quality plastic diafold swing arms, but I question their longevity.- Kit should cost much less due to marginal quality.- No markings on "stones" to identify grit sizes. Simple color coded base substrate. Could be done easily, but is lacking.- XX Fine performs marginally due to rickety vise.- Very entry level in quality i.e. Occasional use vs. frequent use.PROS:Strong magnet to hold bevel guide rods onto "stones".- The diamond mesh is stout enough to handle gentle use.- OK for smaller pocket knives, but not wide or very long kitchen knives.- The diamonds and removed steel grime/paste mesh design are balanced well- Would be a very good entry-level starter kit for youth to practice & learn - IMO- Achieves some GOOD sharp edges if you're patient, slow, & keep the bevels CONSISTENT! (consistent angle & repetitions both). - I FINALLY got my EDC DAMASCUS blade razor sharp using this jig. I've tried diligently to get an edge on it. Whet Stones, Sharpening gizmos, etc. Nothing would touch it until now. is Damascus steel really "that" strong/hard?.

Excelente pedras para afiar facas e demais ferramentas de corte.A guia é um pouco frouxa, requer um pouco de experiência. Após algumas vezes, acostumei a prender a faca pela lâmina, por exemplo em uma morsa de bancada ou com um grampo de aperto em uma mesa, e a movimentar a guia com a pedra montada. O resultado fica perfeito e não corre risco de destemperar o metal da lâmina. Não requer lubrificação durante a afiação. Após usar cada pedra de diamante, faço a limpeza com um pano e álcool, a fim de que sempre estejam limpas para a próxima vez.

Great price for a hard to find item! Arrived exactly as advertised.

Das Ganze macht einen sehr robusten Eindruck.Die Anwendung ist wirklich kinderleicht,und die Messer werden extrem scharf.Ausserdem halten die Diamandschleifpads wirklich ewig.Was will man(n) mehr?👍👍

Just wish they lasted a bit longer before the diamonds wear out, not cheap for how long they last

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