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#11
General Tormek Questions / Re: search function in the For...
Last post by tgbto - April 17, 2026, 04:14:17 PMAnd cleverly enough, if you don't enter anything in the input box next to the search button at the top, it will graciously redirect you to the same options window.
So when I search for words only, I use it, and also if I need to add a few options.
Also, when you're in a given topic/board, the dropdown next to the top search button will default to "this topic"/"this board" so you will only get hits inside the current context. But you can still revert it to "Entire forum".
So when I search for words only, I use it, and also if I need to add a few options.
Also, when you're in a given topic/board, the dropdown next to the top search button will default to "this topic"/"this board" so you will only get hits inside the current context. But you can still revert it to "Entire forum".
#12
Drill Bit Sharpening / Re: Triangular Drill Bit Glass...
Last post by tgbto - April 17, 2026, 04:08:39 PMI have no experience with these, and my go-to website (Rich's Sharpening Handbook) doesn't either.
No Tormek jig will help you in this case. If I *really* wanted to sharpen these on a Tormek, I'd use a MB-100/MB-102 and a drill collar to sharpen the rounded sides of the point on the side of a diamond wheel. Or you could do it freehand. Then sharpen the flat faces of the point on the sides/shoulders of the diamond wheel.
But a belt sander or a simple diamond plate will be much better suited. One word of caution : you should try to limit sharpening the sides to the bare minimum (ie stay close to the point) to avoid changing the diameter of the bit.
No Tormek jig will help you in this case. If I *really* wanted to sharpen these on a Tormek, I'd use a MB-100/MB-102 and a drill collar to sharpen the rounded sides of the point on the side of a diamond wheel. Or you could do it freehand. Then sharpen the flat faces of the point on the sides/shoulders of the diamond wheel.
But a belt sander or a simple diamond plate will be much better suited. One word of caution : you should try to limit sharpening the sides to the bare minimum (ie stay close to the point) to avoid changing the diameter of the bit.
#13
Drill Bit Sharpening / Triangular Drill Bit Glass & T...
Last post by jimon - April 17, 2026, 03:39:17 PMHello everyone.
I have few dull drill bits for porcelain stoneware and tiles. The drill bits have a triangular shape. An example is shown in the image.
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Does anyone have experience sharpening such drill bits on a Tormek?
I think it will needs, for this type of metal, diamond wheels.
But how exactly? Which jig or device should be used? DBS-22? MB 100/102? SVD-110? Or something else?
I would be grateful for a reply from anyone who has this kind of experience.
I have few dull drill bits for porcelain stoneware and tiles. The drill bits have a triangular shape. An example is shown in the image.
You cannot view this attachment.
Does anyone have experience sharpening such drill bits on a Tormek?
I think it will needs, for this type of metal, diamond wheels.
But how exactly? Which jig or device should be used? DBS-22? MB 100/102? SVD-110? Or something else?
I would be grateful for a reply from anyone who has this kind of experience.
#14
General Tormek Questions / Re: search function in the For...
Last post by RickKrung - April 17, 2026, 03:37:41 PMThat's a hoot. I never noticed that search window in the upper right corner.
I've always used the one that is in the header bar between "Home" and "Members (first photo), which brings up the more detailed options window (second photo).
I've always used the one that is in the header bar between "Home" and "Members (first photo), which brings up the more detailed options window (second photo).
#15
General Tormek Questions / Re: search function in the For...
Last post by tgbto - April 17, 2026, 09:51:42 AMWelcome to the forum.
It is in the upper right corner as seen in the attached picture.
It is in the upper right corner as seen in the attached picture.
#16
General Tormek Questions / search function in the Forum
Last post by StampeWoodArt - April 17, 2026, 09:32:21 AMMy first question in the group:
Where is the search function in the Forum?
(why ask something that IS solved)
Where is the search function in the Forum?
(why ask something that IS solved)
#17
Gardening Tools / Re: Approach to sharpening law...
Last post by Rossy66 - April 17, 2026, 12:08:09 AMQuote from: RichColvin on April 16, 2026, 04:19:10 AMnext time I sharpen on I will.Quote from: Rossy66 on April 15, 2026, 07:27:08 AMI bought the SVD-110 Tool Rest and have been using it with the DF 250 to sharpen mower blades and its quick and really precise, no truing and I use the marker method (most blades are coming up between 35° - 40°.I would love to see a video or pics of this. It sounds like a great approach.
If the blade is uneven, I use the KJ45 with no problem.
#18
General Tormek Questions / Re: T8 water trough noise
Last post by John_B - April 16, 2026, 08:46:19 PMAnother thing that can be an annoyance is if you overfill the reservoir by raising the mechanism when it has water in it. If you do this and water is displaced above the line it will overflow and make a mess. Raising the mechanism is only needed when the wheel has become smaller due to truing.
#19
General Tormek Questions / Re: New Knife Sharpening Kit f...
Last post by Ken S - April 16, 2026, 07:37:25 PMI agree that the new kit might be useful for someone setting up to sharpen knives. Like any of the kits, this kit makes more economic sense for someone who does not already have any of the components.
Ken
Ken
#20
Hand Tool Woodworking / Re: Why camber plane blades?
Last post by Ken S - April 16, 2026, 07:17:19 PMGood post, John. A scrub plane was on my want list, but sadly never made it to the purchased column. Your solution is quite practical. A scrub plane needs to be sharp. Precision edge shape is not so critical. The cambering feature of the SE-77 is a valuable aid with a smoothing plane. I agree with John that the SVD-110 is a very adequate and cost effective tool for sharpening a scrub plane.
Ken
Ken