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#71
General Tormek Questions / Re: Tormek TC-800 case and HTK...
Last post by Dan - October 21, 2024, 09:40:47 AMMarcin Belgium delivers to Denmark and appears to have them in stock
https://coutelleriemarcin.com/en/collections/tormek/products/tormek-tc-800-tc800-case
https://coutelleriemarcin.com/en/collections/tormek/products/tormek-tc-800-tc800-case
#72
Hand Tool Woodworking / Re: an excellent demonstration...
Last post by MikeK - October 20, 2024, 02:40:09 PMI've been away for a while pursuing other interests, and have finally started back into my woodworking hobby. I was fortunate to take four of David's week-long courses, with the last course ending in March 2020, just before the pandemic. I barely made it back to Germany before all flights out of the UK stopped.
The first course I took in 2019 was his Tool Tuning Course, which included putting a camber edge on the plane irons. By then, he was no longer using the SE-77 for the camber, but did use it to establish the 25-degree primary bevel on the irons and chisels. The adjustments on the SE-77 made it very easy to compensate for any differences between the diamond stone surface and the USB.
For the camber, he used a combination of thin shim stock on one edge and pressure points along the edge of the iron to establish the slight camber. I tried both methods, and prefer the shim and pressure point method, but two of my friends swear by the SE-77. It's results that count, and we are all happy.
The first course I took in 2019 was his Tool Tuning Course, which included putting a camber edge on the plane irons. By then, he was no longer using the SE-77 for the camber, but did use it to establish the 25-degree primary bevel on the irons and chisels. The adjustments on the SE-77 made it very easy to compensate for any differences between the diamond stone surface and the USB.
For the camber, he used a combination of thin shim stock on one edge and pressure points along the edge of the iron to establish the slight camber. I tried both methods, and prefer the shim and pressure point method, but two of my friends swear by the SE-77. It's results that count, and we are all happy.
#73
Knife Sharpening / a practical combination
Last post by Ken S - October 20, 2024, 03:59:31 AMFor a while we seemed to have a number of posts concerning the SVM vs KJ knife jigs. Like many of us, I have accumulated a number of knife jigs, including three KJ jigs. For those of us who are contemplating acquiring several knife jigs, here are some thoughts:
Consider the number of and the kind of knives you plan to sharpen. For the sharpener who basically sharpens his own half a dozen knives, just one regular jig will probably suffice. If you are concerned about self centering, make it the KJ-45.While the adjustable end stop of the SVM jigs may seem essential for high volume sharpening, it is hardly essential for just a few knives. If you actually sharpen flexible long fillet knives, you may also want a longer jig. In my case, my boning knife is too short for the 140mm jigs, but that's just me. Flexible knives are not thick knives, so self centering is not a big factor for them.For very small knives, a homemade small platform or SVM-00 may be useful.
Among my knife jigs are two modified with Woorz's milling idea (,5 and 1.0 mm). I believe the KJ-45 can easily handle thicker bushcraft knives in smaller volume; however, higher volume sharpeners who sharpen a lot of these knives might feel the modified SVM jigs more efficient.
For anyone sharpening a number of longer kitchen knives, I would recommend acquiring a US-430 before more jigs.
Ken
Consider the number of and the kind of knives you plan to sharpen. For the sharpener who basically sharpens his own half a dozen knives, just one regular jig will probably suffice. If you are concerned about self centering, make it the KJ-45.While the adjustable end stop of the SVM jigs may seem essential for high volume sharpening, it is hardly essential for just a few knives. If you actually sharpen flexible long fillet knives, you may also want a longer jig. In my case, my boning knife is too short for the 140mm jigs, but that's just me. Flexible knives are not thick knives, so self centering is not a big factor for them.For very small knives, a homemade small platform or SVM-00 may be useful.
Among my knife jigs are two modified with Woorz's milling idea (,5 and 1.0 mm). I believe the KJ-45 can easily handle thicker bushcraft knives in smaller volume; however, higher volume sharpeners who sharpen a lot of these knives might feel the modified SVM jigs more efficient.
For anyone sharpening a number of longer kitchen knives, I would recommend acquiring a US-430 before more jigs.
Ken
#74
General Tormek Questions / Re: Tormek TC-800 case and HTK...
Last post by John Hancock Sr - October 19, 2024, 06:29:23 AMAxminster in the UK sell them and they offer free shipping over certain value, not sure what it is in your currency.
#75
General Tormek Questions / Re: Tormek TC-800 case and HTK...
Last post by tgbto - October 17, 2024, 11:30:53 AMHey, and welcome to the forum.
They seem to be in stock where I pruchase Tormek stuff. I don't know about shipping costs to Denmark, though.
https://www.clickoutil.com/support-rangement-tormek/144142-bac-de-rangement-htk-00-tormekhtk-00.html
https://www.clickoutil.com/support-rangement-tormek/144141-valise-de-rangement-tc-800-tormektc-800.html
Good luck !
Nick.
They seem to be in stock where I pruchase Tormek stuff. I don't know about shipping costs to Denmark, though.
https://www.clickoutil.com/support-rangement-tormek/144142-bac-de-rangement-htk-00-tormekhtk-00.html
https://www.clickoutil.com/support-rangement-tormek/144141-valise-de-rangement-tc-800-tormektc-800.html
Good luck !
Nick.
#76
General Tormek Questions / Tormek TC-800 case and HTK-00 ...
Last post by dominicgarcia - October 17, 2024, 11:17:31 AMHi,
I live in Denmark and I am looking to buy this set, but only one supplier is selling the case and storage tray here in Denmark and it won't be in stock for 2-3 months. Anyone know where I can buy in within EU? Anyone selling it second-hand?
Best regards
I live in Denmark and I am looking to buy this set, but only one supplier is selling the case and storage tray here in Denmark and it won't be in stock for 2-3 months. Anyone know where I can buy in within EU? Anyone selling it second-hand?
Best regards
#77
General Tormek Questions / Re: changing Tormek thoughts
Last post by Ken S - October 17, 2024, 10:04:31 AMOne of the benefits of this forum is that there is room for different opinions. I respect the rights of my fellow members whose opinions differ from mine.
Ken
Ken
#78
General Tormek Questions / Re: changing Tormek thoughts
Last post by tgbto - October 17, 2024, 08:22:41 AMThere are still a few who might think the T1 is an expensive honing station, or that it uses quite a bit of real estate in a kitchen.
For those, a fine ceramic rod with an angle guide will go a long way towards keeping T8-garage-sharpened knives in good condition.
For those, a fine ceramic rod with an angle guide will go a long way towards keeping T8-garage-sharpened knives in good condition.
#79
Knife Sharpening / Re: T4 Blackstone
Last post by Ken S - October 17, 2024, 02:32:55 AMI agree with Rick. I neglected to mention one thing about the 3X, The price is around $60 US. I do not claim the 3X wheels are of the same quality, ease of use, and durability as Tormek wheels; however, they are cost effective.
Ken
Ken
#80
General Tormek Questions / changing Tormek thoughts
Last post by Ken S - October 17, 2024, 02:21:25 AMI have changed my thoughts about Tormek since purchasing my first T7 in 2009. I should also say that I believe Tormek has also changed, as have user expectations. Several factors have influenced these changed my thoughts, some directly related to Tormek and some not.
When I started, the US market was essentially only the larger machines, the T7 and older machines. Tormek began this change with the introduction of the T4, a professional quality smaller machine and the first machine to incorporate the higher precision machined cast zinc top now part of the T8. On a personal level, as a senior citizen I appreciate the lighter weight and compact size of the T4. The smaller machines are not for all users; however, I am pleased to see Tormek realizing that their users includes more than professional and heavy needs users.
I started using my Tormek with woodworking tools, the original purpose of Tormek machines. I was fortunate enough to be mentored by Steve Bottorff and Stig Reitan, who introduced me to knife sharpening. While I am still convinced that the high volume professional knife sharpener is best served by the T8 and older full size machines, I am pleased that Tormek has introduced the T2 and T1 specialty machines for lower volume professional and home users, a group which includes me. I do not have the constraint of having to sharpening one hundred knives on a Saturday morning or many neglected or abused knives. I believe there are many Tormek users like me who appreciate having a Tormek to maintain a high degree of sharpness on their family knives. Samuel's answer to my question during the T1 online class resonated with me. His T8 is in his garage and his T1 is in his kitchen. He uses the composite honing wheel on his T1 before every cooking session. His knives are always in optimum condition.
In Ohio where I live, many families have two vehicles. Often, "the second family car" is a truck. While they cross function, a car and a truck each have different areas of better performance. Most kitchens have both conventional and microwave ovens. Most workshops have several related but not identical tools. Why should we expect one Tormek to handle all sharpening situations equally well?
Some users will complain about the cost of purchasing a second Tormek unit. I understand this, although I am somewhat puzzled if the same users do not think twice about the cost of an SJ-250 Japanese grinding wheel.
I believe future Tormek users will continue to be more demanding and innovations will continue to be more specialized. I look forward optimistically.
Ken
When I started, the US market was essentially only the larger machines, the T7 and older machines. Tormek began this change with the introduction of the T4, a professional quality smaller machine and the first machine to incorporate the higher precision machined cast zinc top now part of the T8. On a personal level, as a senior citizen I appreciate the lighter weight and compact size of the T4. The smaller machines are not for all users; however, I am pleased to see Tormek realizing that their users includes more than professional and heavy needs users.
I started using my Tormek with woodworking tools, the original purpose of Tormek machines. I was fortunate enough to be mentored by Steve Bottorff and Stig Reitan, who introduced me to knife sharpening. While I am still convinced that the high volume professional knife sharpener is best served by the T8 and older full size machines, I am pleased that Tormek has introduced the T2 and T1 specialty machines for lower volume professional and home users, a group which includes me. I do not have the constraint of having to sharpening one hundred knives on a Saturday morning or many neglected or abused knives. I believe there are many Tormek users like me who appreciate having a Tormek to maintain a high degree of sharpness on their family knives. Samuel's answer to my question during the T1 online class resonated with me. His T8 is in his garage and his T1 is in his kitchen. He uses the composite honing wheel on his T1 before every cooking session. His knives are always in optimum condition.
In Ohio where I live, many families have two vehicles. Often, "the second family car" is a truck. While they cross function, a car and a truck each have different areas of better performance. Most kitchens have both conventional and microwave ovens. Most workshops have several related but not identical tools. Why should we expect one Tormek to handle all sharpening situations equally well?
Some users will complain about the cost of purchasing a second Tormek unit. I understand this, although I am somewhat puzzled if the same users do not think twice about the cost of an SJ-250 Japanese grinding wheel.
I believe future Tormek users will continue to be more demanding and innovations will continue to be more specialized. I look forward optimistically.
Ken