I’ve got 4 - 6 weeks left of the quoted lead time (the wait is killing me). Does WEPS meet their lead times usually? I ordered the Gen 3 without the shelves but opted for it mounted on granite. What should be the first things I should do upon receiving my WEPS? What items if any should I purchase before it arrives (eraser, storage container, etc.).
I also bought ceramics and strop sets.
Thank you for any help.
If you haven’t already, read some of the tips on the instruction page https://www.wickededgeusa.com/instructions/ In particular, ‘How to Find Your Angle’, and ‘Finding the Sweet Spot’… these seem to be the most needed for new users, (and often overlooked 'cause they can be hard to find). Also there is a FAQ page with good info https://www.wickededgeusa.com/category/faqs/
Not sure if W.E. meets their deadline… can’t help there. I would hold off getting anything else… you’ll definitely get enough to get you well on your way… then decide what else you may need as far as storage, etc… kinda depends on what you’re setup is going to be… for example will you have a permanent station, or have to pack everything away after sharpening.
In my case they delivered in a bit over 4 weeks. As for what else to get - it depends on your setup and sharpening needs. IMHO storage is important. Some miscellaneous things like a couple of spray bottles for water and isopropyl alcohol. Masking tape, perhaps. If you also ordered water stones, you might need to get a couple of lapping plates. For my Japanese kitchen knives I needed to get a low angle adapter with an angle cube. Compressed air to clean your station after you’re done
Not to forget sharpie, magnifying glass and qtips 
If you’re getting the micro-adjust arms, big for me is an inspection device. A lot of new users are befuddled because they can’t seem to get their knives are sharp as they expected. The problem is that they can’t see that they’re not hitting the right angles. dima suggests a magnifying glass. I’d suggest a good 10X or better loupe. When you get more serious, think about a USB microscope, if you have a laptop handy. Being able to see angular errors of one or two tenths of a degree is a huge advantage when you get into the higher grits.
Thanks for the input. What is a good brand of loupe? I see many loupes on Amazon in the $10 to $20 range.
Get this one. link . Officially a microscope 60x, but works like a loupe and built-in light and it works great. And it costs hardly anything…
I like this 60X microscope (Loupe) the best. http://www.lightinthebox.com/smallest-jeweler-s-microscope-60x-2-led-mini-pocket-microscope-magnifier-jeweler-loupe_p1192547.html . I had to buy three different ones to find this one. I wish I had read this post first. If you want to take photos of your edges, they also sell this loupe with a clip that can attached to a Iphone or Ipad. I placed this on a Ipad and WOW! Better than even the cheapest USB microscope for 1/10 the cost http://www.lightinthebox.com/universal-60x-microscope-lens-set-for-iphone-ipad-samsung-htc-more-cellphone-tablet-pc_p2234216.html?pos=ultimately_buy_7&prm=1.3.5.0. Do not under estimate this little magnifier. If you opt for the “Clip” version you will have to manipulate the focus on the Ipad, but once you do, you will see some great images that you can save and better yet share on this forum. Best of Luck!
I’m with the last two posts - these little loupes are awesome. Certainly not really 60x, but pretty darn good.
Do these work well with the phone attachment? Do you get decent pictures?
I actually don’t like it on the Iphone but it does work.. It seems to be much better on the Ipad. I am not really sure why.
I have a Iphone 5S (Still) and a Ipad Air (5th Generation) and that may be why. I think the pictures are great for the cost of the device. When I get a opportunity I will take some photos and post them here. I haven’t used it much since I started playing with my USB microscope. However, at trade shows or at a sharpening booth it’s perfect. The USB scope is just easier to use but they both play very different roles while sharpening. I find because it is so small, I keep losing it LOL. But for the money, It’s great all around.
This is what I store my stones and strops in: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Flambeau-Tuff-Tainer-Tackle-Box-with-Zerust-5007/16326922
I also have room for a sharpie, loupe, and compounds.