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#51
Scissors Sharpening / SC-60 Scissors Jig
Last post by Ken S - January 25, 2026, 11:38:49 AMMy new SC-60 Scissors Jig arrived this past weekend. As with all of the redesigned Tormek jigs, the use of machined zinc make this jig mechanically an improvement over the older jig. Some of the design features make it quicker and easier to set up. For me, this puts it generally in a smaller category, being also recommended for those who have been in regular use by those who are already using the older jig. Those on tight budgets and/or rarely sharpen scissors will get along well with the older model.
I like the fact that it can be used both for scissors and as a platform with the T2.
Ken
I like the fact that it can be used both for scissors and as a platform with the T2.
Ken
#52
General Tormek Questions / Re: Vibrations and noise Torme...
Last post by Ken S - January 24, 2026, 05:52:53 PMMagnus,
Whether you choose to order another T8 or not is entirely your decision. However, I would interject an observation into the conversation: An under appreciated aspect of Tormek is customer service. The warranty is "the real deal". I have followed numerous customer issues over the years which have been posted on the forum, including one issue of my own. When the issues have been handled through support, the service is generally above and beyond.
One of the joys of my visit to Tormek was getting to know in person team members I had previously known only through email. Among these new friends is the head of support. He is employee number six, and has been with Tormek since the early eighties. Anyone using a vintage Tormek, he was probably part of the team which built it. He is very conscientious and is also part of the design committee.
Do keep us posted.
Ken
Whether you choose to order another T8 or not is entirely your decision. However, I would interject an observation into the conversation: An under appreciated aspect of Tormek is customer service. The warranty is "the real deal". I have followed numerous customer issues over the years which have been posted on the forum, including one issue of my own. When the issues have been handled through support, the service is generally above and beyond.
One of the joys of my visit to Tormek was getting to know in person team members I had previously known only through email. Among these new friends is the head of support. He is employee number six, and has been with Tormek since the early eighties. Anyone using a vintage Tormek, he was probably part of the team which built it. He is very conscientious and is also part of the design committee.
Do keep us posted.
Ken
#53
General Tormek Questions / Re: Vibrations and noise Torme...
Last post by magnus - January 24, 2026, 03:12:36 PMThank you Ken
I dont think it is the water tray. It is the motor. It is louder than my T4.
I have searched the forum and found this video:
https://vimeo.com/1150996754?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
My unit sounds the same except for the faint crackling sound. It is just the humming from the motor that i find to loud ( louder than my T4).
I can however return it for a refund (just got it) but now i dont know if i should order another one?
I think i will stick with my T4 for a while.
I dont think it is the water tray. It is the motor. It is louder than my T4.
I have searched the forum and found this video:
https://vimeo.com/1150996754?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
My unit sounds the same except for the faint crackling sound. It is just the humming from the motor that i find to loud ( louder than my T4).
I can however return it for a refund (just got it) but now i dont know if i should order another one?
I think i will stick with my T4 for a while.
#54
Scissors Sharpening / Re: Excess Water Overflow When...
Last post by Rossy66 - January 24, 2026, 12:18:10 AMThanks for the reply
#55
General Tormek Questions / Re: Vibrations tormek T8
Last post by Ken S - January 23, 2026, 07:42:03 PMWelcome to the forum, Magnus.
The noise with the T8 is usually with the lift mechanism of the water trough. If you remove the water trough, does the noise stop? Either way, your best solution is to email support (support@tormek.se). The noise is generally an easy user fix.
Keep us posted.
Ken
The noise with the T8 is usually with the lift mechanism of the water trough. If you remove the water trough, does the noise stop? Either way, your best solution is to email support (support@tormek.se). The noise is generally an easy user fix.
Keep us posted.
Ken
#56
General Tormek Questions / Vibrations and noise Tormek T8
Last post by magnus - January 23, 2026, 05:50:42 PMHello
I recently got my new Tormek T8. Most is positive.
However there is quite a bit of vibrations from the machine when running. The vibrations is pretty annoying and can be felt in the workbench. This also makes the machine quite loud. It is louder than my old T4. When i put my hand on the shell it is tangible.
Since i don´t know what is normal i would like to ask you:
Can you feel vibrations from the shell of your machine when running?
(My old T4 (not very old) is super smooth- not even a tiny vibration can be felt when running)
all best
Magnus
I recently got my new Tormek T8. Most is positive.
However there is quite a bit of vibrations from the machine when running. The vibrations is pretty annoying and can be felt in the workbench. This also makes the machine quite loud. It is louder than my old T4. When i put my hand on the shell it is tangible.
Since i don´t know what is normal i would like to ask you:
Can you feel vibrations from the shell of your machine when running?
(My old T4 (not very old) is super smooth- not even a tiny vibration can be felt when running)
all best
Magnus
#57
General Tormek Questions / Re: Lubricating the RB-180 Rot...
Last post by John Hancock Sr - January 23, 2026, 01:14:35 AMQuote from: RichColvin on January 19, 2026, 01:39:42 AMMy first guess would be to use white lithium grease
This is what I would use. Very sticky and would not need reapplying all the time as much as a lighter product.
#58
Scissors Sharpening / Re: Excess Water Overflow When...
Last post by RickKrung - January 21, 2026, 03:28:21 PMYou may not really be doing anything wrong, it just happens. I use the drip trough extension that is intended for capturing spillage from long knives and a 3D printed drip tray attached to the front USB slots and still get water puddling below the machine. To keep that spillage off my workbench, I have been using a standard, old-school (literally) cafeteria tray. When using the Tormek ACC additive, I lift my T8 out after a while and pour the spillage back into the drip trough.
#59
Knife Sharpening / Re: CATRA Lab Results: Knife G...
Last post by Ken S - January 21, 2026, 07:29:14 AMEric,
I am pleased to see that you posted this topic. One of the outstanding aspects of this forum is how some of our members have really gone above and beyond in expanding the frontiers in sharpening. Dutchman's bevel angles inspired numerous sharpening apps. Sadly, the work of members like Jan and Wootz was cut short by their passing.
Eric, I applaud you for picking up the torch to continue this work. There remains much work to be done. I will follow your work and others with great interest. Even though much of this work exceeds my needs, the rising tide raises all boats.
Keep up the good work.
Ken
I am pleased to see that you posted this topic. One of the outstanding aspects of this forum is how some of our members have really gone above and beyond in expanding the frontiers in sharpening. Dutchman's bevel angles inspired numerous sharpening apps. Sadly, the work of members like Jan and Wootz was cut short by their passing.
Eric, I applaud you for picking up the torch to continue this work. There remains much work to be done. I will follow your work and others with great interest. Even though much of this work exceeds my needs, the rising tide raises all boats.
Keep up the good work.
Ken
#60
Scissors Sharpening / Excess Water Overflow When Sha...
Last post by Rossy66 - January 21, 2026, 04:33:03 AMNot sure what I am doing wrong but every pair of scissors I have sharpened (6) I get a pool of water on my table. It seems to be coming from when I move the scissors from right to left and the water run of the scissors is running down the left side of the wheel. It looks like the trough is seated correctly so I am not sure what I am doing wrong.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?