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#1
Knife Sharpening / Re: Knife angle Setter KS 123,...
Last post by Jevans - Today at 05:28:25 AMThanks guys,
Yes, Im thinking a touch of grease and maybe a slight adjustment to the screw will do the trick.
Yes, Im thinking a touch of grease and maybe a slight adjustment to the screw will do the trick.
#2
Knife Sharpening / Re: Newbie question: chef kniv...
Last post by BPalv - Today at 12:56:33 AMUnlike yourself, I started with a belt grinder. I use mine quite frequently for different needs when sharpening. I have a 1x30 variable speed Rikon, but there are a ton of different units out there. They can be pretty inexpensive and would quickly deal with that particular issue you're having.
If you're just sharpening your own knives it may be overkill , but you will find other uses as well.
If you're just sharpening your own knives it may be overkill , but you will find other uses as well.
#3
Knife Sharpening / Knife modification - Strider D...
Last post by kwakster - Yesterday at 06:06:34 PMStrider DB in 3V steel.
This is a limited edition of the DB model in CPM-3V steel and made from thinner stock than the usual S30V versions.
Originally it looked like this:
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The straight edge was reprofiled on a Wicked Edge sharpener to 30 degrees inclusive & polished up to 6 micron 3M diamond paste, while the slanted edge was done on a Tormek T7 to 45 degrees inclusive & polished up to 15 micron 3M diamond paste.
Both edges will treetop armhair, the straight edge will also whittle hair in some places.
Now this DB can and will cut, and it still can be used as a sharpened prybar in an emergency.
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Some close-ups:
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Difference between 15 micron and 6 micron;
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This is a limited edition of the DB model in CPM-3V steel and made from thinner stock than the usual S30V versions.
Originally it looked like this:
The straight edge was reprofiled on a Wicked Edge sharpener to 30 degrees inclusive & polished up to 6 micron 3M diamond paste, while the slanted edge was done on a Tormek T7 to 45 degrees inclusive & polished up to 15 micron 3M diamond paste.
Both edges will treetop armhair, the straight edge will also whittle hair in some places.
Now this DB can and will cut, and it still can be used as a sharpened prybar in an emergency.
Some close-ups:
Difference between 15 micron and 6 micron;
#4
Knife Sharpening / Re: Knife angle Setter KS 123,...
Last post by Ken S - Yesterday at 01:56:05 PMThe angle setter on my KS-123 was stiff. I loosened the screw ever so slightly, which solved the problem.
Ken
Ken
#5
General Tormek Questions / Re: Some Questions about my ne...
Last post by Ken S - Yesterday at 01:52:37 PMCarl,
A tip given to me by support: When you install your new EZYlock shaft, put a thin coating of lithium grease on the face of the spacer washer facing away from your grinding wheel. This should prevent the EZYlock from seizing.
The EZYlock shaft is a real upgrade. It will serve you well.
Keep us posted.
Ken
A tip given to me by support: When you install your new EZYlock shaft, put a thin coating of lithium grease on the face of the spacer washer facing away from your grinding wheel. This should prevent the EZYlock from seizing.
The EZYlock shaft is a real upgrade. It will serve you well.
Keep us posted.
Ken
#6
Knife Sharpening / Re: Knife angle Setter KS 123,...
Last post by Royale - Yesterday at 01:49:08 PMI stripped my KS-123 down, cleaned it thoroughly, and just applied a wee bit of PTFE grease on the pivot area. So far after a few months of daily use, it's been pretty smooth.
#7
General Tormek Questions / Re: Some Questions about my ne...
Last post by carlhanger - Yesterday at 10:25:57 AMAfter further analysis I noticed that the locking knob for the honing wheel also has a slightly excentric movement when turning. This made me conclude that the main shaft has to be bent. I ordered a new one and will report when it arrives.
#8
Knife Sharpening / Re: Knife angle Setter KS 123,...
Last post by John Hancock Sr - Yesterday at 07:13:31 AMQuote from: Jevans on Yesterday at 04:36:03 AMif I let go then reapply pressure to the holding points on the wheel.
I hold the three arms to the wheel as I adjust. I think that is how you are supposed to use it.
#9
General Tormek Questions / Re: Tormek T8 Water tray eleva...
Last post by John Hancock Sr - Yesterday at 07:11:01 AMQuote from: hcab43 on February 06, 2026, 05:34:29 PMduring shipment the machine was damaged so the the motor is misaligned
Just what I was about to suggest. Definitely not right!!!
#10
Knife Sharpening / Knife angle Setter KS 123, sli...
Last post by Jevans - Yesterday at 04:36:03 AMHello,
Ive had the KS 123 for a few months now, It seemed to be working great initially however now I find when i go to adjust the angle the device seems "stiff" in a way. As in I keep turning the micro adjuster and the the angle doesn't move then jumps up in degrees if I let go then reapply pressure to the holding points on the wheel. Im not sure if something on the angle setter is overly tight or maybe im not dong it right? Setting the protrusion doesn't seem to be an issue.
I have looked at the how to's etc and it seems Im following the right steps. should the arrow that points to the degrees move relatively freely or have some resistance.
Any help on this would be great.
Thank you.
Jon
Ive had the KS 123 for a few months now, It seemed to be working great initially however now I find when i go to adjust the angle the device seems "stiff" in a way. As in I keep turning the micro adjuster and the the angle doesn't move then jumps up in degrees if I let go then reapply pressure to the holding points on the wheel. Im not sure if something on the angle setter is overly tight or maybe im not dong it right? Setting the protrusion doesn't seem to be an issue.
I have looked at the how to's etc and it seems Im following the right steps. should the arrow that points to the degrees move relatively freely or have some resistance.
Any help on this would be great.
Thank you.
Jon