Another new boys toy

Timbuck · Jul 15, 2021

Having won a considerable amount of cash on the Lottery 50 UKP

:shaka:I decided to treat myself to this new fangled chisel sharpening kit by Trend … it works very well if used right, and I spent half the day just having fun with it… I sharpened about a dozen chisels but I usually only use 2 of them… but it was still fun.

Pete Howlett · Jul 15, 2021

You must be the only person in the UK knows how to use one of those Ken.... I gave mine away.

Red Cliff · Jul 15, 2021

I have no idea how that is supposed to work. I got a sorby pro edge a few years ago to sharpen turning gouges and I can't believe I managed so long without one. Can sharpen just about anything to 3000 grit in a few minutes. Just amazing. Not cheap mind.

AstroEd42 · Jul 24, 2021

You made a good choice with this tool, Timbuck. Here is a video on how to use it, for those that don’t know how.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=2Zx_yZRaMok&feature=share

BR Ukuleles · Jul 24, 2021

Red Cliff said:
I have no idea how that is supposed to work. I got a sorby pro edge a few years ago to sharpen turning gouges and I can't believe I managed so long without one. Can sharpen just about anything to 3000 grit in a few minutes. Just amazing. Not cheap mind.

I bought one of them a few years ago and agree. Hands down the fastest and best results of any sharpening system I've tried. And our kitchen knives are sharp enough to shave with them too.

Timbuck · Jul 25, 2021

Ok you have got me interested in the Sorby … But there is another from Axminster that looks good also.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tl1Ys0UVk78

Dibblet · Jul 25, 2021

I have the Sorby but I think the bigger Axminster machine looks to be better particularly for the variable speed. I've often wished I could slow the Sorby down.

mikeyb2 · Jul 25, 2021

That Axminster thing is rather pricey! especially as it comes with no accessories, for which you'll have to spend half as much again. I'll pass.

Timbuck · Jul 25, 2021

mikeyb2 said:
That Axminster thing is rather pricey! especially as it comes with no accessories, for which you'll have to spend half as much again. I'll pass.

That’s what I thought.

Timbuck · Jul 25, 2021

Dibblet …all you have to do is get a motor speed reducer thingie..they are very cheap and easy to install.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/292181746872?hash=item440763a4b8:g:z38AAOSwd3dZZ0Py

Dibblet · Jul 25, 2021

Timbuck said:
Dibblet …all you have to do is get a motor speed reducer thingie..they are very cheap and easy to install.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/292181746872?hash=item440763a4b8:g:z38AAOSwd3dZZ0Py

I don't think that'll work with an AC motor. Wouldn't it just reduce the power of the motor rather than the speed?

Red Cliff · Jul 26, 2021

Axminster one looks nice. Has an extraction port. But those tormec attachments will sting you money wise. The sorby is built to last. It is a bit industrial but it works.

Timbuck · Jul 26, 2021

Dibblet said:
I don't think that'll work with an AC motor. Wouldn't it just reduce the power of the motor rather than the speed?

same circuit used on most corded power tools. Dibbs. Just get the wattage right

WebParrot (s2) · Jul 26, 2021

I like the Veritas Mk II (Lee Valley of Canada) and have used one for chisels and plane blades for a decade or so. There's also an attachment for really narrow chisels and short blades. Veritas makes some really fine, quality woodworking tools.

https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/sho...itas-mk-ii-standard-honing-guide?item=05M0901

Pegasus Guitars · Jul 29, 2021

I have the Sorby and it is a great tool for fast sharpening to a good enough edge for most work. Expensive! I also have the Veritas jig. If I'm working in soft wood, like Spanish cedar, I think I can get a better edge with the Veritas and water stones. However, the Sorby is next to my workbench, always ready to go, and plenty good enough for most projects.. I usually finish the Sorby edges with a leather disc and compound on the drill press. So, both sharpening systems have their place in my shop.-Bob

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