In need of one.

I've carried some version of a DMT whetstone in the both the canoe and the Lund since the beginning.  Available in different grits to handle whatever you've got in the boat.

 

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A-Jay

3 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

I've carried some version of a DMT whetstone in the both the canoe and the Lund since the beginning.  Available in different grits to handle whatever you've got in the boat.

Thanks, It appears to be more of a knife sharpener then a designated hook sharpener. 

6 minutes ago, Ski said:

Thanks, It appears to be more of a knife sharpener then a designated hook sharpener. 

It's all in how you use it my man.

A-Jay

1 minute ago, Ski said:

Thanks, It appears to be more of a knife sharpener then a designated hook sharpener. 

This one - same company - has the groove for hooks.

https://www.amazon.com/Diamond-Machine-Technology-DMT-DMTFF70F-BRK/dp/B000PVZE8M/ref=sr_1_21?keywords=fishing%2Bhook%2Bsharpener&qid=1677677342&sprefix=hook%2Bsharpe%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-21&th=1

 

The one I use has three grooves to accommodate various hook sizes.

https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-Diamond-Fish-Hook-Sharpener/dp/B001KN3OXG/ref=sr_1_57?keywords=fishing+hook+sharpener&qid=1677677342&sprefix=hook+sharpe%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-57

Revlon nail file, they are always available, work better than anything else, are free, and as a plus wife won't talk to me for a couple of days after I take it...

The diamond file found on some Leatherman multi tools are fantastic hook sharpeners .

12 minutes ago, A-Jay said:

It's all in how you use it my man.

A-Jay

 

Yeah, but if you have a really big sharpener....

32 minutes ago, MN Fisher said:

The one I use has three grooves to accommodate various hook sizes.

https://www.amazon.com/Lansky-Diamond-Fish-Hook-Sharpener/dp/B001KN3OXG/ref=sr_1_57?keywords=fishing+hook+sharpener&qid=1677677342&sprefix=hook+sharpe%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-57

Just ordered this one, and thanks for the replies.

I just use a Dremel tool.

3 hours ago, Deleted account said:

 

Yeah, but if you have a really big sharpener....

 

Still cant just go stroking away with it...

The best sharpener is a new hook! 

Too late now but I have almost the same as A Jay shows except it has a hook groove in one face. I got the red fine grit but wish I had gotten the extra fine.

Sharpening is more about technique than tool.  I typically use a Fiskars brand diamond file (about 600 grit) for general sharpening and an Arkansas whetstone (about 1000-2000 grit) for finishing.  Both are about 4" long.  Though I've also used various files, sandpaper, and the edge of the glass on my truck window quite a bit (works really well, surprisingly).  Actually, some good aluminum oxide sandpaper is almost impossible to beat.  It stows away anywhere and can be bought in multiple grits so you can not only have the sharpest hooks possible, but not spend forever sharpening them to get them there.  And you don't have to worry about it wearing out.  You just toss it and grab a new sliver.  All you need is something to back it up. 

 

I've never thought much of those dedicated hook sharpeners.  They're more gimmick than serious tool to me.  

Cheap, simple and do a good job.

 

 

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I keep one of these in each of my bags. The ceramic rod has a hook groove in it. 

 

WORK SHARP

I like the flexibility offered by using the individual stones of the Lansky knife sharpening system in hand.

I really like the DMT sharpeners, they're incredibly handy.  They dont last very long, so I only use them while im on the water, at home I use a stone or file.  I got some of the cheap little files and they work just as well although they arent as handy.  

5 hours ago, BrianMDTX said:

The best sharpener is a new hook! 

Sooo...use a new jackhammer after a couple fish?

1 hour ago, JediAmoeba said:

Sooo...use a new jackhammer after a couple fish?

The Bait Monkey doth approve of your comment!

I find a little 6 - 8 inch mill wretched file from Menards works as well as anything.

You all know the word after "mill".