I am very impressed with this set. The diamond plate was very impressive, really removes alot of metal fast, and is pretty quick to relevel a stone. Thanks! The difference(s) between the copy-cat and the real deal are amazing.The Shapton Glass stones that are included in this kit will sharpen anything! Sometimes I get them just right, but usually they arent perfect. Updated 12-16-2017! The result is a set up that will give you a great edge with ease and convenience. This pack adds greatly to the ease of using my Edge pro, in fact I didn't know about the felt block until I saw the kit. $164.95. The result after stropping is explainable.Anyone can use the Edge Pro!! I know some people will use 2 magnets on the EdgePro, but I found that this one was adequate...I never completely trust the magnet to hold the knife..especially my large ones, so I never get lazy, always hold onto it especially if they are "wicked sharp". The spring makes changing stones slightly faster, but not enough to justify the small amount your stone moves because of the spring loading and unloading.. the other stuff in this package are of good quality if you need them... For $35 you really must buy this, it's a great deal for what you get! Bob. $264.00. I just feel compelled to tell you that yours is the most ridiculously informative site of this nature I have ever come across. I always come here to order anything I might need for the kitchen and I am never disappointed. Great service and quick shipping. The Apex Model Edge Pro Sharpening System is our highly portable unit which we recommend for home use and travel. All rights reserved. SO MANY THINGS were absolutely necessary for the hobbyist: Excellent bunch of accessories for the Edge Pro. I primarily got this kit for the little collar thing (yeah you can get that at a hardware store/supplier), but the other gadgets were much more useful than I expected. We stripped out what you don't need and added all of what you do. The magnet is incredibly strong for its size. The Shapton Professional 320, 1,000, and 5,000 grit stones are among our most popular stones and grit sizes. This is a great system for anyone that wants sharp knives and doesn't have time or inclination to master free hand sharpening. We have put together a super valuable bundle with our top five supplements for those who are looking for nothing but the best. If you plan to re-profile or repair badly damaged blades consider adding a 200 or 320 stone. Well built and thought out. 140 Grit Diamond Plate for flattening and quick metal removal on your machine. The additional pieces made my Edge Pro a joy to use now. Always the best. Kudos for incredible service in a world that has mostly forgotten what that means! I would recommend this set to anyone. Really appreciate the time he puts into every email as well as the free forum he hosts. Thanks guys. A million thank yous! Best selection of Japanese knives around. By far the best bang for the buck EPA system available. Average Customer Rating: (5 out of 5 based on 20 reviews). Build quality seems lacking when you first try it and then you realize it is exactly what it needs to be and nothing extra or unnecessary. spring are all necessary imho. Drill Stop Collar - for use between stones changes, Magnet - for holding your knives in place on machine. Overall a pretty good value for what it is. Haven't had to use the strop yet. The stop collar and quick change spring are invaluable time savers. These people are a pleasure to deal with and take care of you every step of the way. Best selection of Japanese knives around. I just finished placing another order. I contacted them and got a near immediate reply that they would be restocked in 4 days, and they were.