Mower blade sharpener

[RidgeTopWVA]

Has anyone ever had any experience with one of these ? Any thoughts pros or cons ?

MOWER BLADE SHARPENER

Smith’s handheld Mower Blade Sharpener is the perfect tool to use for keeping your mower blades in prime condition. This simple and easy to use sharpener uses a preset carbide blade to quickly put a smooth, sharp edge on your mower blade in just minutes. It has a durable plastic head, oversized...

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[RjCorazza]

No experience with that particular device, but I've tried many sharpening gizmos over the years. None of them were worth the time or money.
That thing may (may) pretty-up a sharp serviceable blade, but I just don't see it sharpening a worn blade.
Just get a cheap angle grinder with a 60 grit flap disc. I use one in a jig that keeps the angle perfect.

 

[GaryM]

Angle grinder & flap wheel works great

 

[bmg88201]

What the heck is that gizmo ? I use an angle grinder and I’m done in a few minutes. So many gadgets out there, just like the gizmos to sharpen chainsaw chains that are crap too.

 

[5030]

never sharpened a mower blade here. Being on sandy loam the blades just wear away on the edge and get replaced every 2 years. Get them from Agri Supply.

 

[John0829]

You need something that will remove metal from the blades to sharpen them. A belt sander works really good, an angle grinder with a flap disk or bench grinder are the standard. Can even sharpen with a plain ole file if want but the only thing that "device" will remove is money from your wallet.

 

[Bearsixty7]

I used a grinder with a flap disc and did ok, then I bought one of these and it has really been worth the money for me. I sharpen 3 blades on 3 different mowers (9) plus a push mower blade and it has really helped me get the best edge and longevity out of them.

All American Lawn Mower Blade Sharpener

We provide high quality lawn mower blade sharpeners at an affordable price. Our products are made in the USA and built to last. We also provide video tutorials about the best way to use our jigs to sharpen your blades.

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[John0829]

I also bought one of those, always thought I was pretty good at holding the angle. It proved me wrong. About 5 or 6 quick passes and the blades are ready to go.

 

[5030]

Keep in mind that blade balance is critical, especially on lawnmower blades. Un balanced blades will quickly destroy the spindle bearings. Why I just replace them instead of fiddling with them.

 

[GeneV]

I'm also in the flap disc on angle grinder camp, cheap and easy.