[Woodcarver] Koch Sharpening

[Steve Lankerd Sr]

Hi there Bob,

I don't know anything about the Koch but after looking at it at Woodcraft, it looks ok, but I'm a solid believer in my Tormek.  Anything else similar to the Tormek, like the Jet, are just wannabes.  I'm very comfortable with a 70 rpm water-cooled wheel, lots of attachments and a great leather stropping wheel.  A few times I don't set up the jigs, I sharpen by eye for a quick touch up.  And, if you get good at it you can make money sharpening things for people.  I charge $2.00 a long knife and $1.00 for a short one. I've saved many a butcher knife for hunters that started out being serrated.  I've had my Tormek for a few years and already I've made enough to cover half of my investment, plus, I have the sharpest chisels, gouges, knives and turning tools in town.

Just my opinion.....

Best Regards,

Steve

Steve Lankerd Sr
Metlakatla, Alaska

http://www.stevelankerdstudio.com



  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Robert Muller Jr 
  To: woodcarver at six.pairlist.net 
  Sent: Saturday, March 14, 2009 11:07 AM
  Subject: [Woodcarver] Koch Sharpening


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  I don't post much on the list, but check about every message and have learned some things and find it interesting.

   

  I had a question about the Koch sharpening system. Does anyone have any experience using the system?

   

  I know it is expensive, but I am curious if anyone is using it on a regular basis. Besides, my birthday, father's day, anniversary and Christmas are all coming up. 

   

  Thanks for the info.

   

  Bob Muller

  Cherry Ridge Carvers



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