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#1
Knife Sharpening / Re: New angle jig KS-123
Last post by Ken S - Today at 03:28:34 PMDutchman,
If there would ever be a Tormek Forum Hall of Fame, you certainly deserve to be a key member. Your tables made all that followed possible. I am pleased that Håkan chose you to test the prototype jig. No one understands knife angle setting better than you.
For the record, I do not believe Håkan lost interest in the project. When Håkan announced his desire for early retirement, Samuel, the new CEO, very wisely offered him a part time position as a technical consutant focusing on new roduct deveopment. Håkan has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
One of the high points of my visit to Tormek was being included in a meeting of the Design Committee. The committee included three Tormek employees: Tim, who I had not known before; Håkan, with whom I had shared emails; and Mats, the head of support. I suspect Mats can do any job in the shop. He has helped me innumerable times.
I was one of two guests at the meeting. The other guest was Per Ericson (Perra on the forum), a retired Swedish Industrial Engineer, who had independently designed a jig similar to the KS-123. Per is very personable, experienced, and smart. He fit right in with the group. I felt very honored to be included, like having the chance to discuss the early church with the apostles.
Ken
If there would ever be a Tormek Forum Hall of Fame, you certainly deserve to be a key member. Your tables made all that followed possible. I am pleased that Håkan chose you to test the prototype jig. No one understands knife angle setting better than you.
For the record, I do not believe Håkan lost interest in the project. When Håkan announced his desire for early retirement, Samuel, the new CEO, very wisely offered him a part time position as a technical consutant focusing on new roduct deveopment. Håkan has a wealth of knowledge and experience.
One of the high points of my visit to Tormek was being included in a meeting of the Design Committee. The committee included three Tormek employees: Tim, who I had not known before; Håkan, with whom I had shared emails; and Mats, the head of support. I suspect Mats can do any job in the shop. He has helped me innumerable times.
I was one of two guests at the meeting. The other guest was Per Ericson (Perra on the forum), a retired Swedish Industrial Engineer, who had independently designed a jig similar to the KS-123. Per is very personable, experienced, and smart. He fit right in with the group. I felt very honored to be included, like having the chance to discuss the early church with the apostles.
Ken
#2
General Tormek Questions / Re: Product News - KS-123 Knif...
Last post by Ken S - Today at 02:17:41 PMOver the years, I have seen improvements in most of the Tormek jigs. i saw a prototype version of the new KS123 demonstrated when I visited Tormek last summer. This new jig is not just an improved Anglemaster; it is an entirely new concept which will change the way we set knife bevel angles.
I highly recommend that all knife sharpeners watch this class. I found the jig easy to use AFTER just a little good instruction.
Ken
I highly recommend that all knife sharpeners watch this class. I found the jig easy to use AFTER just a little good instruction.
Ken
#3
General Tormek Questions / Product News - KS-123 Knife An...
Last post by Hugo Öhman - Today at 11:22:49 AMHi dear Tormek Forum members!
We have some news today, we just launched the KS-123 Knife Angle Setter!
This is a special product for us, with the engagement of some forum members in the development process. We are very proud to have such engaged and ingenious members in our user community. This one is for you guys!
We'll demo the KS-123 Knife Angle Setter live tomorrow 3:30 PM (CEST), hope to see you guys in the live comments!
We have some news today, we just launched the KS-123 Knife Angle Setter!
This is a special product for us, with the engagement of some forum members in the development process. We are very proud to have such engaged and ingenious members in our user community. This one is for you guys!
We'll demo the KS-123 Knife Angle Setter live tomorrow 3:30 PM (CEST), hope to see you guys in the live comments!
#4
Knife Sharpening / Re: New angle jig KS-123
Last post by Dutchman - Today at 10:45:13 AMI had the pleasure of testing the new angle setter KS-123. It is based on ideas from Perra and meets all expectations.
Quote from my conclusion:
It's a wonderful tool, well designed and beautifully realized. I will definitely start using it. So no more 'Dutchman's tables', kenjigs, spreadsheets or apps on smart phones or tablets. End of an era that began on April 14, 2014 with my publication of "Simple adjustment of the grinding angle". It took 10 years, but now it can be even simpler and more accurate.
Attached is my test report in PDF file.
Quote from my conclusion:
It's a wonderful tool, well designed and beautifully realized. I will definitely start using it. So no more 'Dutchman's tables', kenjigs, spreadsheets or apps on smart phones or tablets. End of an era that began on April 14, 2014 with my publication of "Simple adjustment of the grinding angle". It took 10 years, but now it can be even simpler and more accurate.
Attached is my test report in PDF file.
#5
Knife Sharpening / Re: Knife Angle Setter "Black ...
Last post by Dan - Today at 10:42:53 AMNew jig is officially out. (thanks to John Hancock Sr for the heads-up)
https://tormek.com/en/products/accessories/ks-123-knife-angle-setter
appears to be pretty much the same as Dutchman's review picture earlier in this thread with some very minor alterations.
Danny
https://tormek.com/en/products/accessories/ks-123-knife-angle-setter
appears to be pretty much the same as Dutchman's review picture earlier in this thread with some very minor alterations.
Danny
#6
Knife Sharpening / Re: New angle jig KS-123
Last post by Dan - Today at 10:37:39 AMJohn, much talked about here on this thread
https://forum.tormek.com/index.php/topic,5250.0.html
Danny
https://forum.tormek.com/index.php/topic,5250.0.html
Danny
#7
Knife Sharpening / New angle jig KS-123
Last post by John Hancock Sr - Today at 09:39:42 AMJust saw this on the Tormek Innovation YouTube channel.
https://youtu.be/SlmK7cdyKf8?si=Gmep9glb91snjpdq
Should make setting the angle so much w.
https://youtu.be/SlmK7cdyKf8?si=Gmep9glb91snjpdq
Should make setting the angle so much w.
#8
General Tormek Questions / Re: SG-250 clogging / cleaning
Last post by MerryMadMick - Today at 06:12:29 AMPoint taken Ken. All my addictions have to be non-chemical these days, so tools and the accoutrements are filling that particular void.
I'll continue with the SG and if I can convince myself that the SB is the direction to take, then I'm sure I'll post questions about it.
Actually, I do have a question about the SB. I've read that the SB tends to glaze the grading stone making it less effective with the SG. Is this true?
All the best.
I'll continue with the SG and if I can convince myself that the SB is the direction to take, then I'm sure I'll post questions about it.
Actually, I do have a question about the SB. I've read that the SB tends to glaze the grading stone making it less effective with the SG. Is this true?
All the best.
#9
Wood Carving / Japanese chisel challenge
Last post by guitar_edg - Today at 02:31:33 AMHi All,
Edit: The answer looks to be the SVS-38, which I have.
I have a set of Japanese chisels, with short shafts. Currently working with the 1/4" chisel. 35deg grind.
1) The shaft is so short that I can not use the angle gauge, because it runs into the jig. So, I am eye balling it.
2) Due to the short shaft & low angle, I can only use part of the wheel, as the jig "hinge" rubs on the wheel. I figure I can use just the one side, and then flatten the wheel.
Any obvious issues here I am missing?
TIA,
egg
Edit: The answer looks to be the SVS-38, which I have.
I have a set of Japanese chisels, with short shafts. Currently working with the 1/4" chisel. 35deg grind.
1) The shaft is so short that I can not use the angle gauge, because it runs into the jig. So, I am eye balling it.
2) Due to the short shaft & low angle, I can only use part of the wheel, as the jig "hinge" rubs on the wheel. I figure I can use just the one side, and then flatten the wheel.
Any obvious issues here I am missing?
TIA,
egg
#10
General Tormek Questions / Re: SG-250 clogging / cleaning
Last post by Ken S - Today at 01:15:27 AMMy chisels and plane irons are all high carbon steel. Most are oder than I am (74).
With no disrespect toward modern tools, my venerable tools have always served me well.
Whenever I read posts like this, I am curious (not critical) about how many tools are invoved and in need of major sharpening. Ideally, much work can be done with three or four planes and about the same number of bench chisels. In the online classes, the Tormek instructors freqently refresh the SG frequently (around once per minute) with the stone grader. From the standpoint of cost effectiveness, in my opinion, the clear winner is a well maintained SG. Admittedly, the initial reshaping/sharpening will take longer than with harder grinding wheels.
If cost is no object, by all means go for the harder, more expensive wheels. I realize sharpening is somewhat of an enjoyable luxury for any of us, myself included. I am merely presenting the option of proceeding a little slower at lower cost.
Ken
With no disrespect toward modern tools, my venerable tools have always served me well.
Whenever I read posts like this, I am curious (not critical) about how many tools are invoved and in need of major sharpening. Ideally, much work can be done with three or four planes and about the same number of bench chisels. In the online classes, the Tormek instructors freqently refresh the SG frequently (around once per minute) with the stone grader. From the standpoint of cost effectiveness, in my opinion, the clear winner is a well maintained SG. Admittedly, the initial reshaping/sharpening will take longer than with harder grinding wheels.
If cost is no object, by all means go for the harder, more expensive wheels. I realize sharpening is somewhat of an enjoyable luxury for any of us, myself included. I am merely presenting the option of proceeding a little slower at lower cost.
Ken