Sharpening Systems - which one?? - Woodworking Talk

davidrice56 · 04-07-2009, 09:36 AM

I'n going to buy a sharpening system.

Have decided on either a Pen State or Tru-Grind (Woodcut).

Any recommendation or help ??

David

Jeff4woodturning · 04-07-2009, 06:36 PM

Personally I use the Oneway's Wolverine Grinding Jig System. but i am very interested in which one you pick and why. please post your decision. sorry i could be any more help.

The woodsman · 04-07-2009, 07:09 PM

Ditto on the wolverine,a tad bit touchy to learn to use,at least for me it was,but I love it.

jdixon · 04-07-2009, 07:26 PM

Haven't used either one you have listed although I have seen the penn state one in their catalog. I too use the Wolverine system from Oneway and like its ease of use and durability.

John

Doug Thompson · 04-08-2009, 01:17 AM

The standard that most people use is a 8 inch Woodcraft slow speed grinder with the Oneway Wolverine and Vari-grind attachment.

glfbob540 · 04-13-2009, 04:40 PM

Anybody have experience with the Work Sharp Sharpening system, other that for drill bits.

Woodwacker Jeff · 04-13-2009, 08:33 PM

I would go with the wolverine and invest in a slow grinder with 8" wheels. Invest in some good norton wheels while you are spending all the hard earned cash.

Kenbo · 04-13-2009, 09:30 PM

I am not familiar with either sharpening system that you have mentioned. I rely on my water stones and this sharpening system that I have. http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.a...35&cat=1,43072
Thus far, I am happy with it and the results have been fantastic. Low rpm for greater control and a great flexibility for sharpening pretty much anything.
Ken

knotscott · 04-13-2009, 10:01 PM

I've been pleased with the Scheppach Tiger 2000 wet/dry system. It goes on sale for ~$130. It accepts the Tormek/Jet style attachments, and works similarly but has an 8" wheel instead of 10".