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[Link to App Store for Perfect Edge Angle Finder]

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Knife Sharpening / Re: iOS app to calculate Torme...

Last post by Dan - Today at 01:16:51 AM

Hello Sharpeners,

I've built an app that calculates USB height or knife projection for Tormek-style sharpeners. Dial in bevel angles, wheel size, and machine geometry for repeatable edges.

Currently it's only available on apple (iOS) but if it gets some adoption I'll add additional platforms.

Try it out and LMK if you have any questions.

Link to App Store for Perfect Edge Angle Finder

Hello,
Very interesting.
Can I ask how it compares to (or how it differs from) Calcapp which I use?

For info, I do not have an iphone but use Calcapp on android which I find extremely useful and well thought out for knife sharpening and also chisel/plane sharpening.
One more question if you don't mind...
Why do you have a choice of grinding wheel setting as well as the current diameter setting? Not sure I understand??

Danny

#2

Knife Sharpening / Re: iOS app to calculate Torme...

Last post by VijayDoshi - Today at 12:59:49 AM

Special thanks to @cbwx34 for spotting an error in the calculation! It's fixed, and the update will be out soon!

#3

General Tormek Questions / Re: Blackstone grading

Last post by RickKrung - Today at 12:39:38 AM

Select diamond plates of the coarseness you wish to use for said grading.  The Tormek stone grade supposedly can be used, I bought a second one to dedicate for the SB stone, but it didn't seem to do anything and just got glazed (the grader).  A 1000 grit diamond plate is what I use for the SG grading, when I do any.  I think a lot of others do similar. 

#4

General Tormek Questions / Blackstone grading

Last post by Rossy66 - Yesterday at 11:14:48 PM

I did a search for the answer to my question but couldn't find one so I apologize if this is being asked before, I'm looking into buying the Blackstone wheel for my T8 but I have noticed in some YouTube videos that there can be some problems grading the wheel from course to fine as it is made of silicone carbide and was wondering if anyone else has had these problems using the grading Stone.

#5

Knife Sharpening / Re: iOS app to calculate Torme...

Last post by VijayDoshi - Yesterday at 10:21:29 PM

Note, if you are in Europe, the link may not be active yet on the app store. There is a pending Digital Services Act review in progress.

[Link to App Store for Perfect Edge Angle Finder]

#6

Knife Sharpening / iOS app to calculate Tormek US...

Last post by VijayDoshi - Yesterday at 09:59:10 PM

Hello Sharpeners,

I've built an app that calculates USB height or knife projection for Tormek-style sharpeners. Dial in bevel angles, wheel size, and machine geometry for repeatable edges.

Currently it's only available on apple (iOS) but if it gets some adoption I'll add additional platforms.

Try it out and LMK if you have any questions.

Link to App Store for Perfect Edge Angle Finder

#7

Knife Sharpening / New Tormek class Wed Apr 22 9:...

Last post by Ken S - April 21, 2026, 07:37:57 PM

Join us for a new live episode featuring the brand new KSK-106 Knife Sharpening Kit.

In this session, Sébastien and Hugo will walk you through how to use every piece of the kit to achieve a precise and repeatable edge on virtually any knife. You'll see the full process, from setup to final honing, along with practical tips to improve your results.
EDIT: THE CLASS WAS RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 29 DUE TO TECHNICAL PROBLEMS.
Ken

#8

General Tormek Questions / Which Tormek model?

Last post by Ken S - April 21, 2026, 10:57:09 AM

One of the things I admire about Tormek is its fair and balanced approach. I believe there was some bias against the T4 when it was first introduced, a preference toward the tried and true. However, the stout hearted "little brother" has proven itself a worthy competitor. Eventually, Tormek paid for industrial recertification, which eliminated the "thirty minute duty" myth and introduced the three 200 mm diameter diamond wheels, which added to the machine's "oomph". ( I hope this evolution will soon continue with an SB-200 silicon carbide grinding wheel and a T4 flat composite honing wheel.)

Tormek does seem to be innovating into recognizing the need for smaller, specialized machines. Like the English version, this translated German version uses an overview followed by role playing. The two versions are similar. I recommend watching both. Here are links:

The original English version:

https://www.youtube.com/live/zPfckZXyW6Y?si=3M7N3bU2kFSKbpvb

the German over dubbed into English version:

https://www.youtube.com/live/lpxrs6StlwE?si=H4ecvJwKxjHm-IK8


Ken

#9

Knife Sharpening / Re: Bringing a point back on a...

Last post by Royale - April 20, 2026, 03:11:46 PM

A bit too late to comment, but as you pass the blade across the grindstone, you don't really have to reach the tip (and pivot) all the time.

Sometimes I intentionally leave out a rounded tip during sharpening, and reduce the rest of the blade so the bevel matches the tip, and then I start sharpening the full length of the blade.

This is one way I've been avoiding rounding already rounded tips, while maintaining an even bevel height.

#10

Knife Sharpening / Re: Bringing a point back on a...

Last post by Rossy66 - April 20, 2026, 11:26:50 AM

Very nice job !

Thanks