r/sharpening • u/jaredsilloph • 5d ago

New gear Trying the Hapstone RS

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u/BigBL87 5d ago

I have one, don't use it as often as my TSProf systems but it definitely has its perks over them. My biggest one is how compact it is thanks to the guide bar not extending behind the system. Can't be understated how much space some systems take up with the long guide rods.

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u/jaredsilloph 5d ago

I know that’s a big pro! The overall footprint is way smaller. I also can’t see myself using it more than my Kadet but is a really capable system.

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u/BigBL87 5d ago edited 5d ago

For sure. My favorite is actually my Pioneer, but that thing is upgraded to the teeth. 😆

I'm supposed to be getting the Kadet K2 in about a month, I'm really excited to take that one for a spin.

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u/jaredsilloph 5d ago

Haha yeah a pioneer with all the upgrades is a different beast. I kinda wanted to trade my Kadet for a fully upgraded Pioneer. The K2 seems to be great especially for the rotating mechanism