Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System.

Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System.
by Smith Abrasives

Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System.
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Product Details

Manufacturer: Smith Abrasives
Model: TRI-6
Product features:
  • Rotating triangle block for easy stone rotation and identification.
  • Premium honing solution cleans and protects the sharpening surfaces.
  • 3-stones make a complete sharpening system.
  • Non-skid base with "V" trough for oil drips.
  • Sharpening angle guide to teach basic correct angle for first-time user.
Accessories:

Description of Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System.

3 Stone Sharpener, 6" Stone Length, Rotating Triangular Base, Fine, Medium and Coarse Stones, Honing Oil and Groove In Base To Collect Oil.

Smith's TRI-6 three-stone sharpening system features a medium Arkansas stone, fine Arkansas stone, and coarse synthetic stone mounted on a molded plastic triangle with handles on the end for easy stone rotation and easy-to-read stone identification. The sturdy molded plastic base has nonskid rubber feet for safety, "V" trough to catch the oil drippings, and is easy to clean. A bottle of Smith's premium honing solution and a sharpening angle guide are also included.

TRI-6 main
Three sharpening stones in a single tool (view larger).

 

TRI-6 solution
Includes premium honing solution.
At a Glance
Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening System At a Glance:
  • Three sharpening stones

  • Molded plastic base with nonskid rubber feet

  • Sharpening angle guide ensures correct angle every time

  • Premium honing solution cleans, protects sharpening surface

  • "V" trough catches the solution
At a Glance

Sharpening Instructions

  1. Put a small amount of honing solution on your stone. Don't use a lot of lubricant as a small amount goes a long way. Using a natural stone without a lubricant or water will damage and clog your stone. It protects the stone and the cutting edge of the knife or tool by washing away the particle of stone and metal created during the sharpening process. If necessary, water can be used as a substitute.

  2. To insure the proper sharpening angle on your knife, place the yellow Smith's angle guide at the end of your stone. This shows you the proper angle we recommend to use in order to obtain the sharpest edge. Next, place your blade flat on the angle guide at the end of the stone. Now you are ready to begin the sharpening process.

  3. Push the blade away from you just like you are trying to carve a thin slice off the top of the stone. Don't be afraid to use pressure against the stone while sharpening since it will not damage the stone or your knife. Repeat this pushing stroke three or four times. Remember, try to keep the same approximate sharpening angle all the time, since this is the key to obtaining the sharpest edge.

  4. To sharpen the other side of your knife, simply place your blade at the opposite end of your Smith sharpening stone and repeat the above steps, but instead of pushing the knife away from you, pull it towards you. Continue to sharpen until you feel that your blade is truly sharp.

Care

Cleaning your stones will keep the pores free of stone and metal particles. After each use, the Arkansas stones should be cleaned by scrubbing vigorously with water, liquid soap, and a stiff nylon brush.

What's in the Box

TRI-6 three-stone sharpening system with plastic base, medium Arkansas stone (600 grit), fine Arkansas stone (1,000 grit), coarse synthetic stone, and bottle of premium honing solution

Tools and Hardware Reviews of Smith's TRI-6 Arkansas TRI-HONE Sharpening Stones System.

Customer Review: Worked perfectly on high carbon stainless steel knive set!
Summary: 5 Stars

I've been a professional chef of about 12 years, and have mostly used knives provided by a grinding service which switched the used knives out every week with fresh sharp ones. They came in razor sharp, and left dull. One year, I got a set of decent high carbon stainless steel knives as an employee gift. I never really used them because they could not match the sharpness of the "in house knives" from the grinding service. I did not want to invest a hundred dollars in a sharpening system. I took them home and used them there , honing them with every use until they were just too dull to tolerate. (probably about the average sharpness of most household knives)

Well, I bought the Smith Tri-6 stone system based on positive reviews, and I must say, it is spot on as described. It is a little small. An 8" blade is not too difficult to sharpen, but I would imagine much larger would be a chore. It took me about 300 strokes on the fine setting to get to the level of sharpness I was hoping for, but I got there. I oiled the stone and wet the knives with water. I got 5 knives from 3"=10" in length sharp enough to fall through a ripe tomato using about half of the included honing oil.

Its small enough to store in a drawer, or stash in your backpack if you want to bring it with you to work. I don't know how long the stones last before they become mis-shapen, but when I find out, I'll update.

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