Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener

Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener
by Smith Abrasives

Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener List Price: $12.49
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Manufacturer: Smith Abrasives
Model: PP1
Product features:
  • Pre-set carbides sharpen very dull edges quickly.
  • Specialy shaped ceramic slot to finish edges and sharpen serrated blades.
  • Tapered diamond rod for sharpening serrated and standard edges.
  • Very compact and lightweight.
  • Lanyard hole for carrying.
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener

Customer Review: Has it's purpose
Summary: 4 Stars

I got this for Christmas as a gift someone ordered for me off my "wishlist" (I love that feature)
I had wanted this with the idea of keeping it in my hiking/hunting pack so that I could keep knives sharp in the feild without much weight and I liked the rod feature that would allow me to sharpen the serrated edges on my Leatherman Wave, fishing hooks, or any other odd angled items.
I've only had a chance to test it out on a few things but so far my thoughts are mixed.
I first tried it on a Case Trapper in CV Steel which I had just bought and came to me not particularly sharp, and it was only $29.99 (on amazon) so i figured it would be a good test knife. I tried it with just the ceramic stones first thinking that it just needed a touch up, but that did not seem to do much for it after running it through 5-10 x's. So I tried running it on the carbide 10-20 x's and then on the ceramic again. I noticed an improvement, but it still wouldn't shave hair. It might have gotten sharper if I would have worked with it more, but I ended up using my old wet stone to finish it off and getting it to shaving sharp.

I then sat down and used it to sharpen every knife in the kitchen block from steak knives (not serrated) to carvers, pairers, and butcher knives which were all extremely dull (my neglect). I have to say I was impressed with how quickly it put a usable edge on them and it will be easy to maintain the edge now.

So far I think the feature I've enjoyed the most is the rod which I used to hone the edge on my Emerson La Griffe. Due to the chisel grind and the curved blade this is not an easy blade to sharpen, but a few passed with the rod and it was shaving sharp again.

So all in all, I'm impressed with the way it sharpened my kitchen knives and it is definately easy to operate and small and light to carry. I definately think there is a place for it in my outdoors gear bag just because of it's versatility and ability to sharpen odd shaped objects and serrations, but I'll have to mess around with it some more and do some more research on bevel angles before I'll try to use it on some of my more expensive knives.
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Description of Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener

Smiths PP1 Smiths Pocket PAL Manual Knife Sharpener for Plain and Serrated Edge Knife Blades.

Sleek and slim, Smith's Pocket Pal multi-functional knife sharpener is ideal for backpackers, hikers, hunters, and fishermen who want to ensure their blades have the sharpest edge wherever they roam.

PP1 main
Fold-out diamond-coated rod (view larger).

 

PP1 serrated
Great for sharpening serrated blades (view larger).
At a Glance
Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener
At a Glance:
  • Slim, lightweight, easily pocketable knife sharpener

  • Diamond-coated rod for serrated and standard edges

  • Carbide blades quickly set your edge

  • Ceramic stones give you a razor sharp edge

  • Preset sharpening angles for guaranteed results

  • Lanyard hole for carrying
At a Glance

The Pocket Pal features a fold out, tapered round diamond-coated rod for sharpening serrated and standard edges, pre-set carbide blades for quickly restoring a dull edge, and specially shaped ceramic stones for a razor-sharp finish. The carbide blades and ceramic stones are reversible and replaceable for extended sharpening life.

The Pocket Pal measures just 3-1/2 inches long and 1 inch wide, and it weighs just 1 ounce. An integrated lanyard hole makes for easy carrying. Always clean your sharpener with a damp cloth after use and towel dry. Do not rinse with water.

Carbide Blades: Set the Edge

The carbide blades provide quick edge setting capability for dull or damaged knives. These blades are designed for use on straight edges only, and are reversible and replaceable.

Ceramic Stones: Finish the Edge

Ceramic stones provide a smooth, polished edge for already sharp knives and can be used on serrated or standard blades. They're also reversible and replaceable.

Abrasive

  • Tapered Round Rod / Medium Diamond: 400 grit
  • Pull-Through / Coarse Ceramic: 600 grit

How to Use the Pocket Pal

Sharpening Slots
  1. Insert knife blade into the V-shaped slots at a 90-degree angle to the sharpening blades or stones.
  2. Pull the knife blade straight back towards you while applying light pressure.
  3. Repeat this action until blade is sharp.
Tapered Diamond Rod: Flat Edges
  1. Always hold the unit with the rod facing down. Place heel of the blade on the diamond rod closest to the unit.
  2. Hold blade at a 23-degree angle to the rod.
  3. While applying light pressure, push the knife away from you towards the end of the rod. Draw knife down so that the tip of the blade comes off the end of the rod. Repeat this action until blade is sharp.
  4. For the other side of the blade, you will need to switch hands holding the sharpener and the knife and repeat steps 1 through 3.
Tapered Diamond Rod: Serrated Edges
  1. Only sharpen the side of your knife edge with the serrations.
  2. Hold rod at 23-degree angle to the blade and move it back and forth through each serration until sharp.

What's in the Box

Pocket Pal multi-functional knife sharpener

PP1 straight
Specially shaped ceramic stones for a razor sharp edge (view larger).

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