Laser Knife Edge Reader for better knife sharpening

A project in Richmond, VA by Ken Leonard
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A handheld tool for knife sharpeners and users to instantly and easily measure the angle of a knives edge.
Backers: 335
Average Pledge Per Backer: $40

Funded: $13,396 of $8,000
Dates: Nov 27th -> Jan 26th (60 days)
Project By: Ken Leonard
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Latest News

The end is near!

January 25th - via: kickstarter.com
We are in the last 24 hours of the campaign.  Any of the Followers who are on the wall are running out of time.  Once the campaign closes you will not be able to get on this side of the wall, but you can purchase the Laser Knife Edge Reader on... (Read More)

International Postage Information and numbers.

January 24th - via: kickstarter.com
In an attempt to help international backers estimate shipping I have the following information. Using the postage for today 1/24/2020.  Note that the USPS 2020 price increases start 1/26/2020, estimated at 3%, and will be in effect  by time of... (Read More)

From days to hours to the end.

January 24th - via: kickstarter.com
The first sign that the campaign is nearing the end is when the count down clock switches from "days to go" to "hours to go".  This campaign ends Sunday morning.  And the numbers are: $12,669 pledged 158% funded 317 backers, 23% international 49... (Read More)

4+ days to go.

January 21st - via: kickstarter.com
And the numbers are: $11,904 pledges,  148% funded 300 backers, 24% international 4 days left 721 followers.  You are running out of time to get the Kickstarter special pricing.  Amazon pricing will be $59.95 when I deliver inventory later this... (Read More)

The last 10 days, closer to one million dollar funding, and more.

January 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We are now down to the last 10 days of the campaign and headed towards a million dollars of pledges.  We have a long way to go, but who is counting.  I believe we can get even closer than we are now, and probably still come up short.  Just think,... (Read More)

Rats,the first delay in the production schedule and additional updates

January 14th - via: kickstarter.com
I just concluded the regular production meeting with SPARK and have new information. We have chosen a manufacturer located in China.  This is probably of no surprise to many of you as the difference in cost of the mold and production, is 2 to 3... (Read More)

100% and smiling.

January 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The sun is up, the dog has been out and feed, I have my first cup of coffee, and I see the Kickstarter campaign is fully funded with 16 days to go.  That is a good start to the morning.   And the numbers are: $8,139 pledged  101% funded 205... (Read More)

And what to wondering eyes did appear, but the 3 digit number all Kickstarters hold dear, 100%

January 10th - via: kickstarter.com
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21 days left and the count down begins.

January 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Kickstarters.  The current numbers are:   $6,006 out of $8,000 pledged  75% funded 153 pledges, 25% are international 21 days left 478 project followers 2,074 video viewings To the Backers, thanks for your support.  I look forward to... (Read More)

Happy New Year! and an update

January 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Happy and Prosperous New Year to y'all.  Just a quick update on the numbers.  With your support the campaign is now 67% funded, $5,401 out of $8,000, with 25 days to go.  There are 139 backers, 442 Followers, and over 1,840 views of the video.... (Read More)

Happy Holidays and half way there

December 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
First I wish you all a Merry Christmas and happiness on your Holiday. We are less than half way through the campaign and have received pledges for more than 50% of our funding goal.  I greatly appreciate your pledges and the assistance provided in... (Read More)

Photo of Convex & Flat edge reflection

December 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I have posted a photo at the end of the campaign description that shows 2 different angle types on the same knife.  On the left is a convex edge and on the right is a flat edge.  The convex edge is curved out from the center of the blade and... (Read More)

Mentioned in GearJunkie under Emerging Gear

December 13th - via: kickstarter.com
GearJunkie Magazine – an online source covering outdoor news and gear content has  promoted and linked to our campaign at https://gearjunkie.com/roundup/emerging-12-11-2019/Laser+Knife+Edge+Reader.  We appreciate their support of our campaign... (Read More)

Author and researcher promotes the Laser Knife Edge Reader

December 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Our thanks to Steve Bottorff, author of "Sharpening Made Easy", for listing our campaign as their Link of the Month on www.SharpeningMadeEasy.com.  His website is a wealth of resources and facts about sharpening for professionals and amateurs.  Ken... (Read More)

25% in 9 days and growing

December 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello my supporters.  This is fantastic.  We are at 25% of goal and growing.  Thanks for your support in spreading the word.  (Read More)

Now over 20% funded towards our goal

December 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
With your support we have received pledges for over 20% of our goal in less than a week.  Thank you for making it happen.  I have no doubt a significant portion of it is because you have been spreading the word about the Laser Knife Edge Reader.... (Read More)

Early Bird Specials sold out in 3 days!

November 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We are over 10% with funding and all of the early bird specials are sold out.  Thanks for your support and continuing strong interest in our project.  We appreciate you spreading the word and telling family and friends, especially through social... (Read More)

A great way to start Thanksgiving

November 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Just grabbed a minute between turkey prep and guests arriving to find 11 backers already making pledges.  Thanks for your support and I look forward to providing you with a great product.  Please remember to spread the word to other sharpeners over... (Read More)

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