Damaged Honing Wheel

[Segovia123]

Well, I did it.  Put plane blade against the rotation of the wheel and took a chunk out the leather.

I now have a bump on the honing wheel, what would you do replace it or live with it ?

[Ken S]

Ouch!!!  I suspect you have just learned an expensive lesson, one you hopefully will not repeat. (You are in good company, although I won't mention names.)

I would email support (support@tormek.se). You will probably need a new leather honing wheel. Support is your best hope of finding a possible fix. Good luck.

Ken

[cbwx34]

Well, I did it.  Put plane blade against the rotation of the wheel and took a chunk out the leather.

I now have a bump on the honing wheel, what would you do replace it or live with it ?

Depending on what "chunk" actually means, you might be able to sand the leather down a bit, and at least reduce it.

Unless it causes a "handling" issue, you can probably live with it.  I've also seen a couple of posts in the FB group where members have replaced the leather themselves.

Be interesting to see what support has to say.

[Segovia123]

Do you think Tormek support would acknowledge my ticket if I raised one, I have no one else to blame other than myself.   

J

[Ken S]

I can't speak for support; however, I have always been pleased with the service I have received from frequent emails with them. Please contact support.

Ken

[cbwx34]

Do you think Tormek support would acknowledge my ticket if I raised one, I have no one else to blame other than myself.   

J

My thought is, it's not really a warranty issue or something like that (if that's what you're thinking)... just to see if they have any ideas about it.

[capt rich]

 Try a good leather shop. Might be able to resurface with new leather