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#31
General Tormek Questions / Re: Why so quiet?
Last post by tgbto - September 02, 2025, 08:35:15 AMThere are also few stones left unturned : compared to a few years ago, many improvements have been made.
Tormek now sells a FVB, the KS-123 solves the issues of the infamous AngleMaster when sharpening knives, the pros and cons of each machine are well documented...
As for usage tips, any new Tormek user willing to lookup rich's Handbook or to spend some time searching the forum will find a trove of things to try to find their best match.
I guess we just have to wait for a new innovation by Tormek or the next controversial post to rekindle the fire of posting...
Tormek now sells a FVB, the KS-123 solves the issues of the infamous AngleMaster when sharpening knives, the pros and cons of each machine are well documented...
As for usage tips, any new Tormek user willing to lookup rich's Handbook or to spend some time searching the forum will find a trove of things to try to find their best match.
I guess we just have to wait for a new innovation by Tormek or the next controversial post to rekindle the fire of posting...
#32
General Tormek Questions / Re: Why so quiet?
Last post by Ken S - August 31, 2025, 04:50:22 AMWhy so quiet? I don't have the answer, although some possibilities come to mind.
We now have a greater variety of learning methods. Our old stalwart, the handbook, is still a contender. Mine is much read and underlined. When I purchased my first Tormek in 2009, the two outstanding sources of youtubes were Jeff Farris and Alan Holtham. These two sources are as good as ever, although, I believe they have been largely eclipsed by Tormek's online classes.
Ken
We now have a greater variety of learning methods. Our old stalwart, the handbook, is still a contender. Mine is much read and underlined. When I purchased my first Tormek in 2009, the two outstanding sources of youtubes were Jeff Farris and Alan Holtham. These two sources are as good as ever, although, I believe they have been largely eclipsed by Tormek's online classes.
Ken
#33
General Tormek Questions / Re: Sharpening Open House
Last post by Ken S - August 31, 2025, 04:31:36 AMJohn,
If I lived nearer Wisconsin and could travel more easily, I would certainly make every effort to attend this open house for several reasons. During my week at Tormek, I was one of six from the US. Our group included John and Darren from Sharpening Supplies The time I spent with them was pure pleasure. We still stay in touch occasionally via email.
I also enjoy the Sharpening Supplies instructional videos. I like the focus on sharpening, including broadening the focus to include other methods of sharpening. I am a real believer in the benefits of cross training.
For over fifty years, I lived within fifteen minutes of Hartville, Ohio. At first, the woodworking shows were a great source of tool discounts. Gradually my emphasis shifted to gaining knowledge, specifically Tormek knowledge. I always spent a little time enjoying the show; however, the real draw was spending the day with Steve Bottorff or Stig. During busy times, I watched and listened. During slow times, I had essentially private tutoring.
For any of us who can attend the sharpening open house, I highly recommend it. Plan to make a day of it.
Ken
If I lived nearer Wisconsin and could travel more easily, I would certainly make every effort to attend this open house for several reasons. During my week at Tormek, I was one of six from the US. Our group included John and Darren from Sharpening Supplies The time I spent with them was pure pleasure. We still stay in touch occasionally via email.
I also enjoy the Sharpening Supplies instructional videos. I like the focus on sharpening, including broadening the focus to include other methods of sharpening. I am a real believer in the benefits of cross training.
For over fifty years, I lived within fifteen minutes of Hartville, Ohio. At first, the woodworking shows were a great source of tool discounts. Gradually my emphasis shifted to gaining knowledge, specifically Tormek knowledge. I always spent a little time enjoying the show; however, the real draw was spending the day with Steve Bottorff or Stig. During busy times, I watched and listened. During slow times, I had essentially private tutoring.
For any of us who can attend the sharpening open house, I highly recommend it. Plan to make a day of it.
Ken
#34
General Tormek Questions / Sharpening Open House
Last post by John_B - August 30, 2025, 10:04:53 PMFor those in the US Midwest there is a sharpening open house coming that will include Tormek
https://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/blogs/sharpening-blog/sharpening-supplies-open-house?_kx=t4-eX1Nd9DqL3m7qiVWssxsaikMf-kZ_-pphprkvD4g.RASbug
https://www.sharpeningsupplies.com/blogs/sharpening-blog/sharpening-supplies-open-house?_kx=t4-eX1Nd9DqL3m7qiVWssxsaikMf-kZ_-pphprkvD4g.RASbug
#35
General Tormek Questions / Re: Why so quiet?
Last post by John_B - August 30, 2025, 09:56:23 PMPerhaps it is the waning days of Summer. Everyone is trying to squeeze in activities before the weather changes. Additionally it is a holiday weekend in the US and many take extra vacation days to make it longer.
#36
General Tormek Questions / Re: Why so quiet?
Last post by Ken S - August 30, 2025, 07:20:51 PMInteresting topic. I am not aware of any new pending developments. However; last night I was thinking about some conversation topics I have been wanting to post. This slow period might be the best time to do so. Give me a day or so. Stay tuned.
Ken
Ken
#37
General Tormek Questions / Re: Why so quiet?
Last post by Dutchman - August 30, 2025, 10:57:18 AMEverything is clear, no more problems. New developments are still pending. 
#38
General Tormek Questions / Why so quiet?
Last post by tcsharpen - August 30, 2025, 04:25:55 AMDon't think I've seen the forum go this many days without posts. Nobody sharpening?
#39
Knife Sharpening / Re: Lessons learnt from knife ...
Last post by Royale - August 19, 2025, 02:15:49 PMMy latest encounter with customer logic:
Me: Your knife tip is broken, do you want to repair that? There's an additional cost to grind down that section.
Customer: No no, there's no need. I don't use the knife tip.
Me: *thinks about knife constantly getting caught on cutting board* Okay
Me: Your cleaver has a lot of rust on it, do you want to remove it?... Or do you have any polish at home to remove it on your own?
Customer: Hmm... mmm... The rust is fine, no need for removal.
Me: *thinks about all the bacteria and food getting stuck in the blade, and rust flaking off onto food* Okay
Customer: I tried sharpening the cleaver on my own, but it couldn't pass the paper cut test.
Me: Yeah... It's a meat cleaver. It's got a very wide edge angle and made of softer steel because it's designed for breaking and splitting food apart, like a tiny axe. It won't really pass your "paper cut test" because the angle is really wide... What have you been using it for?
Customer: It was given to me brand new, unused. I haven't used it yet.
Me: *thinks about repairing yet another botched sharpening* Okay
Customer: After your sharpening, my knife looks very different, seems smaller!
Me: Yeah, knife sharpening works by carefully removing metal to create a sharp edge. All knives get smaller during sharpening, never bigger.
Customer: Ah yes, it makes sense.
Me: Your knife tip is broken, do you want to repair that? There's an additional cost to grind down that section.
Customer: No no, there's no need. I don't use the knife tip.
Me: *thinks about knife constantly getting caught on cutting board* Okay
Me: Your cleaver has a lot of rust on it, do you want to remove it?... Or do you have any polish at home to remove it on your own?
Customer: Hmm... mmm... The rust is fine, no need for removal.
Me: *thinks about all the bacteria and food getting stuck in the blade, and rust flaking off onto food* Okay
Customer: I tried sharpening the cleaver on my own, but it couldn't pass the paper cut test.
Me: Yeah... It's a meat cleaver. It's got a very wide edge angle and made of softer steel because it's designed for breaking and splitting food apart, like a tiny axe. It won't really pass your "paper cut test" because the angle is really wide... What have you been using it for?
Customer: It was given to me brand new, unused. I haven't used it yet.
Me: *thinks about repairing yet another botched sharpening* Okay
Customer: After your sharpening, my knife looks very different, seems smaller!
Me: Yeah, knife sharpening works by carefully removing metal to create a sharp edge. All knives get smaller during sharpening, never bigger.
Customer: Ah yes, it makes sense.
#40
Knife Sharpening / Re: Shun Fuji Knives
Last post by zambhia - August 18, 2025, 02:37:51 PMQuote from: HaioPaio on August 18, 2025, 01:51:24 PMWas it that one? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC3xlKrJUtgthank you very much!!