A side edge file guide is the tool that makes edge work repeatable. Filing by hand is accurate for about three passes and then drifts, and a drifting angle is worse than a dull edge — the ski behaves differently from one end to the other.
This one is CNC-machined from aircraft-grade aluminium with a stainless steel wear plate, which is the part that matters over time. The plate is what rides the ski base, and on an aluminium-only guide that surface wears, slowly changing the angle you set.
- CNC-machined from aircraft-grade aluminium
- Stainless steel wear and glide plate
- For skis and snowboards
- Used by professional technicians
Choosing an angle: most racers run between 1° and 3° of side bevel. Slalom tends sharper, GS and speed less so, and juniors usually less than adults. The important thing is not the number but that it is the same every time — pick an angle with your coach and keep it.
A guide holds the file; it does not replace technique. Work tip to tail in one direction, let the file cut on the forward stroke, and keep the guide flat against the base.
Finish with stones to remove burrs. See edge beveling tools and all tuning tools.
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SVST Pro Edge Beveler w/ Stainless Steel Plate
Pretty good product for very low price compared with other brands.
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Fixed edge beveler
It works great with a clamp and file, diamond stone or ceramic for setting the edge angle and sharpening and polishing the edges.
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edge beveler
I only buy svst tools. I don't like to waste my money on the other brands junk.
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The Best!
I've tried most of the edge bevelers out there, even the stoopid Swix with wheels. After my first full tune with this tool (new bevels cut, three files, five stones, then ceramic) I'm very pleased to say SVST with SS plate is superior to them all in practical ways. It's longer than the Swix WC, so if you want to get longer stones and use fewer strokes you can. As I was cutting with files I thought something was wrong - "Where are the filings?" The notches on the deck actually work to catch them! Swix says the WC does this, but it doesn't. This is an awesome tool. As I acquire more SVST tools I'm coming to expect this from them.
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BEST edge beveler
SVST products are the best in the industry, and this edge beveler is no exception. Highly recommend it, whether you're tuning a few or a bunch of skis.
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Works as advertised!
Good product, easy to use, durable. Everything you want in a side edge sharpening tool.
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Best Side Bevels Ever
Don't waste your money with anything else. The SVST machined aluminum side bevels are bullet proof and will last a lifetime. The only thing better is the SVST solid stainless steel side bevels. Both will be the best side bevels you'll ever use.
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great tools
Engineered well, works great, these will be the only tools I'll be using going forward...
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Simply the Best
I have been using SVST tools for years. You can't beat the price, quality and serivce. And, they're right here in Boise, Idaho!
