Before I write about the good things this setup offers, let me tell you how I got to the Wolverine setup in the first place.  As always, I spend time researching things and in the end it came down to dollars and cents.  I purchased a competing red clone and figured it would work just as well.  After a year of use on that system, I got my hands on a Wolverine in a fellow woodworkers shop.  The things I disliked so much with the red system were so simply solved with the Wolverine sharpening system that it was a no brainer … I would need to fork over a few more bucks and just make it happen.

So, what did OneWay do right with the Wolverine system?  For starters, top-quality parts.  OneWay is known to use quality components on their equipment, and that goes all the way down to the Wolverine.  They also mastered simplicity with this one.  The bars that slide forward and back to adjust for bevel angle against the grinding stone are held in place with a very simple locking lever.  The system I had previously used a handled bolt which was far less convenient.

The system is also very easy to setup and install.  In about 15 minutes I had a base built to lift my grinder up off the table, and mounted the guides for the Wolverine posts.  You’ll need to provide a couple of your own screws (or bolts) on this one, but not a big deal … just grab a couple #10 screws and you’ll be set.

Between the quality differences, professional feel, and ease of use … I’d choose the Wolverine setup again in a heartbeat.  In the end it was only about $45 more than the competing system I initially selected and trust me when I saw that wasn’t worth it!  Spend a few extra bucks and just go with the best.  You won’t regret it!  I now have sharp tools … fast!

Now if I could figure out some way to get one of their big lathes in my shop!

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