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#11

General Tormek Questions / sharpening japanese carving kn...

Last post by Enricopg - October 10, 2026, 08:32:49 PM

hello, I want to sharpen this carving knife:
https://www.dictum.com/en/marking-knife-kogatana-standard-double-bevel-blade-width-18-mm/710201
I read the instructions if I am not wrong the recommend using the SVD.186 R and MB-100 with one diamond stone. To me this is impossible to do. Too expensive. Isn't there another cheaper way to do it? I tried to do one free hand. I am not crazy about it, although there was an improvement compared to my previous method with waterstones.
Thanks Enrico

#12

General Tormek Questions / Re: Unidentified accessory

Last post by Revor - October 10, 2026, 09:29:55 AM

It is for sharpening scraper blades for woodturning.

Thank you likewise. Found the original box got an illustration on it.

#13

General Tormek Questions / Re: Unidentified accessory

Last post by Revor - October 10, 2026, 09:28:36 AM

Those parts came with the SVD-185/186 jig.

https://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/products/tormek-gouge-jig?_pos=1&_sid=bf8f9ff93&_ss=r

Mike

Thank you problem solved. It never got used hence me not knowing what it was for.

#14

General Tormek Questions / Re: Unidentified accessory

Last post by RichColvin - October 10, 2026, 05:29:10 AM

It is for sharpening scraper blades for woodturning. 

[GOOD QUALITY]

#15

Drill Bit Sharpening / Re: Ideal drill bits for DBS-2...

Last post by RickKrung - October 10, 2026, 01:36:57 AM

For general drilling of wood, regular steel and aluminum what type of drill bit would be best for sharpening with the DBS-22?  I am assuming that with any of the cobalt and titanium coated bits the coating would be removed on the initial shaping of the four facets?  I don't really want to spend $1000+ for a set of solid carbide bits and I fear they would be very difficult to sharpen. So is a set of plain HSS twist bits my best option?  Also can you buy bits off the shelf that are already four faceted?

Yes, I think a set of GOOD QUALITY HSS twist drill would be your best path. My main hobby is metal machining, but I do a lot of woodworking as well, along with all variety of household repairs, helping friends, etc. and I really only have GOOD QUALITY HSS twist drill sets as well as a lot of individual, loose drill bits.  For all but the hardest steels, that is all I use.  I have all kinds of carbide end mills that sometimes get used for drilling, but I would never consider getting a set of carbide drills.  I've had a few carbide centerdrills, but found they break more easily than HSS and cannot be sharpened. 

I've never bought a four-facted drill bit.  The only way I have them is having sharpened them on my T8 using the DBS-22 drill bit jig.  Their number is growing.

#16

General Tormek Questions / Re: Unidentified accessory

Last post by AKMike - October 10, 2026, 01:26:16 AM

Those parts came with the SVD-185/186 jig.

https://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/products/tormek-gouge-jig?_pos=1&_sid=bf8f9ff93&_ss=r

Mike

#17

General Tormek Questions / Re: Squareness

Last post by Herman Trivilino - October 10, 2026, 12:03:09 AM

As you sharpen, repeatedly check for squareness, and make adjustments as necessary.

It takes some practice, but you'll get the hang of it.

I never cared much for chisels until I got a Tormek and found out what miraculous things can be done with a sharp chisel.

The same applies to plane irons.

My father had a few planes and chisels, and he just didn't sharpen them properly. Same for the knives we used to butcher meat, etc. I grew up using tools that were improperly sharpened and had no idea what a truly sharp tool could do.

I've inherited many of his tools and thanks to the Tormek they are all razor sharp.

#18

General Tormek Questions / Re: Squareness

Last post by Ken S - October 09, 2026, 05:34:11 PM

Welcome to the forum, Enrico. You will need a black Sharpie type marker and a small square. Blacken the bevel of your chisel and hand push or turn on your motor for just enough time to remove the marker. Remove the jig and examine the grinding marks with your square. If they look square, you are ready to go. If not, adjust the two knobs and repeat the test procedure. Do not proceed to full sharpening until you are square. Leaving out the testing lengthen your sharpening time and shortens your chisels. This procedure will soon go very quickly. Start with a chisel around 3/4" (19mm). It is an easier learning size.

This Tormek video shows an excellent tip. Here is a link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/8uLMWXqobRM?is=K6kMw3zHDeyxdIGW

Keep us posted.

Ken

#19

General Tormek Questions / Re: Squareness

Last post by Revor - October 09, 2026, 04:55:11 PM

I used to have the same problem with my previous jig SVH 60. That was difficult to get square particularly with narrow chisels they would move during grinding. I have just upgraded to the SE-77 and that is a game changer.
Persevere with it and in no time at all you will get square ended cutting edges.

#20

Drill Bit Sharpening / Re: Ideal drill bits for DBS-2...

Last post by Ken S - October 09, 2026, 02:27:50 PM

Welcome to the forum, Wallbc. My standard go to reference for drill bits is Leonard Lee's Sharpening book. Leonard Lee, now deceased, was the founder of Lee Valley tools. I have long recommended his Sharpening book as part of the standard part of every sharpener's home library. His advice is to acquire a set of quality US made standard hss bits. Here is a link:

https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/power-tool-accessories/drill-bits/32241-triumph-hss-twist-drill-sets

I have dealt with Lee Valley for many years and have always found them honest and dependable with excellent service. They also have locations in many countries. The standard set should serve your needs.

Ken