This is my first wicked edge sharpener and I got it to ease into this type of sharpener. It immediately peaked my interest and curiosity to expand with more stones and strops which you have the ability to do. The sharpener works great the adjustment for angle is simple and vice is adequate. Having this one does make me more curious about a more professional model with additional features. Overall great product. I got one without the base and have secured with C-clamp but think the base would make it more versatile. The support from videos on youtube greatly help lower the learning curve for the sharpening system. I did take to customizing the system, adding a case and some coloring to make it easier to see in low light. overall 5 stars