Hi everyone!!!! I'm making another knife grinder so I thought I would share some pictures of the build. My new lathe is really helping with the platen wheels, its a joy to work with. I'll be adding more pictures as I complete my new project. Enjoy Regards https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYH3rHk
That's a thing of beauty. Look forward to seeing more. Must be nice to have those tools to make tools. Dan
cool man ......surprised nobody nationwide has made an attempt at building these, been some frugal attempts but nothing solid like a KMG , good on ya , keep posting pics
Wow, haven't been on this forum lately, so just saw this. That grinder is a thing of beauty. How does it run ? Would you happen to be interested in making some 1" wide wheels? I was thinking about making a 1" by 42" grinder along similar lines as what you've made.
Thanks my grinders run awesome no complaints yet from my customers. I could make you 1 inch wheels but with all do respect I think you would be better off building yourself a 2 X 72 grinder you'll have the best of both worlds. Just split a belt if you need a 1 inch belt, also 2 X 72 would be more economical in the long run. Just my opinion Kind regards
I get what you mean. I got Jose's Pheer Grinder last year, but right before he upgraded his design to to one more like what you are making. I like ththe clearance around your platen, and heavy duty construction on your grinder. I still have the Viel 1" by 42" grinder I got at Lee Valley tools, which is a little wobbly and the tracking could be improved. I was thinking about remaking it with a few tweaks, as I can just run out to Lee valley to pick up belts for it where's I have to order online for my 2" by 72" belts. How much are your grinders, by the way?
