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#11

General Tormek Questions / Re: Is there a way to prevent ...

Last post by RichColvin - August 31, 2026, 03:08:07 PM

Rick, it's a nice idea. My first thought was "let's print it with a Igus filament", although buying a roll just for one washer may slightly impair the financial equation

Quick question : Aren't your concerned with the plastic washer wearing down with time ?

When I looked at the stainless steel washer on the machine, it did not show significant wear.  So that is good. 

Regardless, I am not concerned as I can print another in less than an hour.  

I am not familiar with Igus filament, so I cannot comment on that.  I used ABS to print the ones I am using, but PETG may be a better choice if you are concerned about it wearing down too soon.

Of course, you could take your current one to a machinist friend and get it modified. 

#12

General Tormek Questions / Re: Is there a way to prevent ...

Last post by tgbto - August 31, 2026, 02:00:54 PM

Rick, it's a nice idea. My first thought was "let's print it with a Igus filament", although buying a roll just for one washer may slightly impair the financial equation

Quick question : Aren't your concerned with the plastic washer wearing down with time ?

#13

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Ken S - August 30, 2026, 11:55:10 PM

Dutchman,

Mea culpa. I did not mean to overlook your tables. Speaking for myself. Your tables have always been my go to choice. They have always also been the basis for my kenjig, another option I did not mention.

Your tables have been the inspiration for all of the various apps which have followed.

Ken

#14

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Dutchman - August 30, 2026, 11:33:45 AM

The KS-123, Calcapp, and a Sharpie are all either low cost or no cost options. why not learn all three?

Ken

The KS-123, Calcapp, and a Sharpie are all either low cost or no cost options. why not learn all three?

Ken

You forgot my tables 

#15

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Ken S - August 29, 2026, 10:36:52 PM

The KS-123, Calcapp, and a Sharpie are all either low cost or no cost options. why not learn all three?

Ken

#16

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Drilon - August 29, 2026, 09:15:43 PM

Calcapp is a very good alternative. But now I mostly use the KS-123 with good results.

#17

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Ken S - August 29, 2026, 08:23:43 PM

While I am not familiar with all of the programs, I have been very satisfied with CB's Calcapp. It is straightforward and easy to use.

You might also want to try using the marker method and the KS-123.

Ken

#18

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by cbwx34 - August 29, 2026, 06:59:38 PM

I made a version that is similar to the KG apps for those who lost access...

https://connect.calcapp.net/?app=dsa8z4

#19

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by Peter Eaton - August 29, 2026, 06:11:15 PM

Thank you....I have the grinds sorted but currently struggling to hone with the paper wheels using the set up that Vladim used on Knife Grinders, I have all my measurements but nothing to input them into as everything is set up for Tormek of course.

#20

Knife Sharpening / Re: Tormek Angle Calculator- U...

Last post by RickKrung - August 29, 2026, 05:13:10 PM

Member cbwx34 here keeps links to some options in his signature line.

Member JVH here has developed a highly sophisticated and featured spreadsheet app.