Does it work on Samurai swords? I do a lot of work with those with my friend Bill, they tend to dull fast and require frequent sharpening.

If it is anything other than a cheap katana... Do NOT use a stone on it! The blade came sharp, all it should ever require is honing with what amounts to talc and oil. The kits for sharpening a real katana can be purchased from several online stores - the good ones come directly from Japan.

I have various knives wit different steels: SR 101, 1095, 1075, 420 HC, S30V. Will this sharpener be able to sharpen all of the steels above?

This works on all my stainless and high carbon knives and machetes. The ceramic side provides a super sharp edge, once you get it close with the carbide. The only thing I do that gets it sharper is the leather barber's strop with Turtle Wax rubbing compound.

Which side is the corse and which is the fine? Thick blades or thin blades?

The coarse side is the slot marked carbide and furthest from the diamond rod and closest to lanyard holeThe fine side is the slot marked ceramic and is closet to the diamond rod.The thickness of the blade should not be a factor, however I do note that the carbide slot is only about 1/8" at itsopening.

Can i sharpen a blade with a 20 degree angle with this sharpener?

Smith's Response:The sharpening angle on the Pocket Pal Knife Sharpener is set at 22.5 degrees per side (or 45 degrees combined).

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🔪 Sharpen Smarter, Adventure Harder!

POCKET SIZED POWER - Weighs just 0.35 oz and fits in your pocket or clipped to your gear for instant access.
BUILT TO LAST REPLACE - Reversible, replaceable stones extend sharpener life—your lifelong outdoor companion.
DIAMOND ROD VERSATILITY - Fold-out diamond rod sharpens serrations, gut hooks, and fish hooks with ease.
DUAL STAGE EDGE REVIVAL - Coarse carbide for quick fixes, fine ceramic for a polished, professional finish.
PRECISION SHARPENING ON THE GO - Preset angles guarantee razor-sharp edges every time, no guesswork needed.

Smith’s Pocket Pal PP1 is a compact, handheld knife sharpener featuring preset carbide and ceramic slots for quick and polished edges, plus a fold-out diamond-coated rod for serrations and hooks. Weighing only 0.35 ounces and measuring 3.5 inches, it’s designed for outdoor enthusiasts who demand precision and portability in one durable tool.

Specifications

Material	Plastic
Brand	Smith's
Color	Gray
Product Dimensions	3.24"L x 0.46"W x 1.11"H
Item Weight	0.02 Pounds
Grit Type	Coarse,Fine
Number of Items	1
Manufacturer	Gun Accessory Supply
Global Trade Identification Number	00738600467366
UPC	738600467366 027925193020 343538605881 343538271598
Part Number	PP1
Item Weight	0.353 ounces
Item model number	PP1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Size	3.5" x 1" x 0" (Length x Width x Height
Style	Pocket Pal (PP1)
Pattern	hunting-knife-sharpeners
Item Package Quantity	16374
Number Of Pieces	1
Included Components	use
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	3 Year Limited

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