| Review by JC | posted 323 days ago | 1107 views | 0 times favorited | 6 comments |  |
- WorkSharp WS2000
- Brand: WorkSharp | Category: Sharpening Accessories
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Here’s my e-x-t-e-n-d-e-d video review of the WorkSharp WS2000.
Here are two (much better) reviews on the WS3000 and the Veritas alternatives:
http://lumberjocks.com/jocks/WayneC/blog/1113
http://lumberjocks.com/jocks/mot/blog/1149
Thanks to all of you who are bearing with my videos as I learn while I go! I apologize for the length of the video – I just want to sharpen everything in my shop!
Errata: I keep calling it “WorkShop” in the video – I mean “WorkSharp” – I keep saying stropping, although I’m not sure it’s a word and I’m tired of hearing myself saying it. I also keep saying “shavings” when I mean “filings” — again thanks for your patience.
The WS3000 is probably a better product, but I think you get 80% of the WS3000 for 50% of the price by going with the WS2000 – so a lot of bang for the buck, but definitely more suited towards amateurs like me.
I have never set hands on the Veritas Mk II system, but based on its larger disc (allowing flattening the bases of larger planes and more flexibility) and it’s micro-bevel capabilites, it’s probably worth the $89 bump over the WS3000.
I would recomend the WS2000 for hobbyists like myself, but the lack of more pro features keeps me from giving it a full 5 stars.
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6 comments so far
shaun
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posted 322 days ago
Thanks for the video JC. I’ve been contemplating the purchase of one of these and have wanted to see one in action.
-- I've cut that board three times and it's still too short!
MsDebbieP
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posted 322 days ago
nice review with the thoughts re: comparisons.
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Dadoo
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posted 322 days ago
Thanx JC…Good review. I’m thinkin’ of adding one of these to my wish list.
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rikkor
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posted 322 days ago
I have the 3000. I would suggest the extra investment.
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Don Niermann
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posted 316 days ago
Same here go for the 3000
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Bruce
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posted 312 days ago
Nice review. The video really adds complete knowledge of the use and functionality of the machine. I’ve seen several sharpening devices on the market but always decide that, being a hobbyist rather than a “in business” woodworker, I decide I can better spend my money on some rough-cut cherry or maple boards for projects. My blades and drill bits only seem to get dull after about 5 years so by then taking them to a sharpening service or a new one is a better option for me and my chisels are 6 years old and still really sharp. This policy also helps me keep up with advances in technology, etc., etc.