Hi,
I am about to pull the trigger on purchasing the T8. I've been going back and forth about this purchase for about two years.
Presently, I have a wonderful knife sharpening business, which I started in 2020 and has grown considerably. My knife sharpening knowledge comes from knife making so I sharpen freehand on a belt grinder. I have great results, but the grinder is heavy and loud. I don't mind sharpening outdoors, but I live in New England and it limits locations in the winter.
Hence, the T8 purchase. It appears more transportable, but I'm reading mixed reviews about it's loudness. From videos, it sounds like it's a hum, but I've read complaints about the rattling of the water tray. I've seen this in older forums. Can anyone fill me in on this and your experience? Is it any less louder than a belt grinder?
Also, I've never used a jig or angling device. I sharpen by feel. I figure I will, of course, have to practice on this machine first, but I assume freehand sharpening shouldn't be a an issue once I get the hang of it sharpening on a wheel, instead of belt grinder. In fact, I think it would probably be easier with the tormek.
Appreciate any and all thoughts! Thank you!
I am about to pull the trigger on purchasing the T8. I've been going back and forth about this purchase for about two years.
Presently, I have a wonderful knife sharpening business, which I started in 2020 and has grown considerably. My knife sharpening knowledge comes from knife making so I sharpen freehand on a belt grinder. I have great results, but the grinder is heavy and loud. I don't mind sharpening outdoors, but I live in New England and it limits locations in the winter.
Hence, the T8 purchase. It appears more transportable, but I'm reading mixed reviews about it's loudness. From videos, it sounds like it's a hum, but I've read complaints about the rattling of the water tray. I've seen this in older forums. Can anyone fill me in on this and your experience? Is it any less louder than a belt grinder?
Also, I've never used a jig or angling device. I sharpen by feel. I figure I will, of course, have to practice on this machine first, but I assume freehand sharpening shouldn't be a an issue once I get the hang of it sharpening on a wheel, instead of belt grinder. In fact, I think it would probably be easier with the tormek.
Appreciate any and all thoughts! Thank you!