T1 versus T2

[Rinuruc]

I'm considering the purchase of a T1 or T2 sharpening system. It would be strictly for personal home use. I don't have any sharpening systems other than a Wüstoff pull through sharpener I was gifted years ago, so I'd like to finally get something better for my knives. I tend to over-think most purchasing decisions so I'd like to request some help with my decision.

I'm torn mostly because of the ability to change the grit by using additional wheels with the T2. Would the standard wheel with the honing wheel be able to get a good enough edge to fillet fish and make other fine cuts? Is it okay to use the standard wheel for a carving/brisket knife or should I consider the higher grit wheel? What would be the advantage for me to use a grit that high?

I'm not as concerned regarding the price difference if the T2 would be the better system to have. I'd prefer to buy one product and have it, hopefully, for life. If getting the cheaper option is better for me, though, I'd be quite happy to save a few hundred dollars. I'm also not as concerned regarding the size difference as it'll live in a cabinet with other smaller kitchen appliances.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

[John_B]

Few here have either machine, at least from what I read. I would suspect fewer have both to compare. They are mainly bought for commercial kitchens where the sharpen the same knives fairly often and to me it seems like overkill for a single home kitchen.

I don't know your sharpening needs or if they may include other tools, pocket knives,scissors or garden tools but I would suggest you evaluate either the T-4 or even the T-8. With the T-4 you have a lot more versatility for a lesser price. I have a T-8 and have been very pleased with the results. I sharpen for my kitchen, my daughters and a limited group of customers.