Draw Knife

The Tormek KJ-140 or SVM-140 knife jigs work well to hold this.


CB's USB Projection Calculator is recommended for calculating setup for Tormek knife jigs. (The simpler Projection Calculator is also still available. This one is web-based and does not require Excel.)


If you want to grind a flat bevel on the edge and you are using a Tormek, watch the video below on using the Tormek MB-100 Muti Base.

The feel and beauty of finely crafted wood ... the refreshing smell of your workshop ... the absorbing joy of cutting and joining that makes the hours race by ... These are the reasons you love woodworking.

Jack Neff

General Guidelines
Tool
Usage
β Front Bevel β Back Bevel Notes Recommended
Tormek Jig
Range Recom-
mend
Range Recom-
mend
Bevel Down 25° - 30° 28° n/a n/a

I've seen recommendations for βFront Bevel which range between 15° and 30°.

The very accomplished chairmaker, Curtis Buchanan, recommends an angle of 28°; I won't try to second-guess him. (His sharpening approach is shown in the video below.)


KJ-140
Bevel Up 20° - 25° 23° 2° - 5°

Notes & Comments

Information regarding Grindstones

The shape of the grind used is a call best made by the tool's use, based on their own experience. Additional notes are available on separate web pages for Grind Profiles, and Micro / Secondary Bevels.


Online Calculators that can be used for sharpening knives.


More Information

Books & Papers

Videos & Presentations

Web Sites


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Remember : The goal of sharpening is to produce sharp tools, and these tools can injure you if mishandled. Safety measures should be followed to protect yourself and those in your shop. Be sure to read and follow all instructions from the manufacturer, and and utilize proper safety equipment. Never consume alcohol or anything that could impair your judgement before sharpening tools, or using sharp tools. Comments can be sent via eMail to me at SharpeningHandbook@Gmail.com.