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In the Shop => General Tormek Questions => Topic started by: Brian K Carver on May 17, 2025, 03:00:20 AM

Title: composite v leather
Post by: Brian K Carver on May 17, 2025, 03:00:20 AM
I have a new T8 (custom). I want a honing wheel. Does any body that has used both leather and composite have a preference? And why? Thanks
Title: Re: composite v leather
Post by: RichColvin on May 17, 2025, 03:38:17 AM
I use both.   I use the composite honing wheel for wood turning tools; otherwise I use the leather honing wheel.  The leather is messier, but I believe it gives a finer hone.
Title: Re: composite v leather
Post by: John Hancock Sr on May 19, 2025, 01:58:37 AM
Quote from: RichColvin on May 17, 2025, 03:38:17 AMI believe it gives a finer hone
Yes, this is the benefit of leather. You can hone as fine as you want so if you need a really k3en edge leather is better. The composite wheel is faster and more convenient though.