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Gorilla Grip vs Amesser A-65 Manual Sharpener Side-by-Side Comparison
The Gorilla Grip and the Amesser A-65 pull-through sharpener have more differences than their looks suggest. Check out our comparison.
Gorilla Grip
Tested Using Methodology v1.1Amesser A-65
Tested Using Methodology v1.1
Overall Verdict
The Gorilla Grip and the Amesser A-65 look almost identical and achieved the same overall score of 7.6. Interestingly, they performed rather differently in our tests.
The Gorilla Grip seems to follow a more aggressive approach to sharpening: It peeled a lot of material away from the knife to create a rough, but sharp edge. The Amesser produced a smoother edge; on the other hand, it took its sweet time about it, hence the lower overall performance rating.
Despite the palpable similarities in design, the Gorilla Grip’s uneven base pad caused it to lose its balance more often, which made sharpening with it more challenging. The Amesser has a better fit and finish, and enjoys higher scores in both build quality and ease of use.
In the end, your choice between the two may largely come down to personal preference. You may also want to check out the Kitchellence, which has the exact same design but got a higher rating. For a (better) change, however, look into the Cubikook or the PriorityChef sharpener.
Pros & Cons
- Substantial sharpening rods
- Solid construction
- Intuitive order of sharpening slots
- Ergonomic grip
- Affordable
- Instinctive and easy to use
- Well-built with a solid design
- Grippy and comfortable handle
- Safety glove included
- Tapered and bumpy base
- Poorly fitted rubber feet
- Tapered base
- High center of gravity
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Sharpening Time to Cut a Lemon
Material Retention
Maximum Sharpness Achieved
Edge Smoothness
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Build Quality
Working Section
Base
Grip
Usability
Slot Arrangement
Insertion
Pulling Through
Stability on a Clean Surface
Stability on a Wet and Dirty Surface
Behind the Comparison
Anh Ngo is a writer with 9 years experience at different media outlets, covering from public news and events to product testing and analysis. At HealthyKitchen101, she works across different departments, communicating closely with its network of writers, editors, and health, tech, and search engine experts to provide a meaningful and pleasant reading experience for visitors.
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