The Sharpal 103N is built around five separate sharpening surfaces rather than one fixed abrasive: three V notch slots at different preset angles, a tungsten carbide bar, and a ceramic bar. The knife slot is set at roughly 40 degrees total, about 20 degrees per side, for double beveled kitchen and pocket knives. The axe and machete slot opens to roughly 60 degrees total, about 30 degrees per side, for heavier edge tools. The pruner slot is a fixed V shape formed by a tungsten carbide abrasive and a metal stop at approximately 50 degrees included angle, built for restoring single bevel edges on pruners and mower blades.
On the pruner slot, only the tungsten carbide abrasive should contact the edge, with the metal stop used as a registration surface, not a sharpening surface, and the beveled side of the blade aligned against the angled carbide. The sharpening media is rated to a 10,000 cycle field use test without wearing out. An oversized, glove friendly handle and a 1-3/8 in hand guard keep the working hand clear of the slots during use.
Use and Care Instructions: Match the tool to the correct slot before sharpening: knife slot for double bevel kitchen and pocket blades, axe and machete slot for heavier single or double bevel outdoor tools, and the pruner slot for single bevel pruners, loppers, and mower blades. Use light, controlled strokes rather than heavy pressure. Wipe the abrasive surfaces clean with a dry cloth after use. No oil or water is required.
On the pruner slot, only the tungsten carbide abrasive should contact the edge, with the metal stop used as a registration surface, not a sharpening surface, and the beveled side of the blade aligned against the angled carbide. The sharpening media is rated to a 10,000 cycle field use test without wearing out. An oversized, glove friendly handle and a 1-3/8 in hand guard keep the working hand clear of the slots during use.
Use and Care Instructions: Match the tool to the correct slot before sharpening: knife slot for double bevel kitchen and pocket blades, axe and machete slot for heavier single or double bevel outdoor tools, and the pruner slot for single bevel pruners, loppers, and mower blades. Use light, controlled strokes rather than heavy pressure. Wipe the abrasive surfaces clean with a dry cloth after use. No oil or water is required.
- Brand: Sharpal
- Model: 103N
- Type: All In 1 Multi Sharpener
- Sharpening Surfaces: 5 (3 Preset Slots, Carbide Bar, Ceramic Bar)
- Knife Slot Angle: ~40 Degree Total (20 Degree Per Side)
- Axe/Machete Slot Angle: ~60 Degree Total (30 Degree Per Side)
- Pruner Slot Angle: ~50 Degree Included
- Hand Guard Width: 1-3/8 in
- Rated Use: 10,000 Cycle Field Test
- Handle: Rubber Over Molded, Glove Friendly
- Applications: Knives, Pruners, Loppers, Hedge Shears, Axes, Hatchets, Machetes, Lawn Mower Blades, Chisels
- UPC: 814744020022
