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Can this software and lasers be run from a tablet? I plan on engraving knife blades and scales. I have not started a business yet, but already i have two Tormek T8 and a 2 x 42 belt grinder. I am retiring from my 37 year career in Aerospace next year and have been sharpening for friends and co-workers for a couple years. I really enjoy sharpening and collecting knives...trying to keep enjoying myself with a hobby / small businees after retirement. Great videos!

Thanks for good video. The internal Li-Ion batteries on these are usually good for a nominal 2-3 hours, but "mileage may vary ..." Since this video was made, the TOMLOV brand has shuffled models and replaced some with newer models, basically the same.

Very Informative. Thank you!

Dang those are the Thomas Keller limited edition white handle Mac knives, very cool.

I just received my Toolcker to find that the platen is almost non-magnetic! So trying to attach the buckle guide on with rare earth magnets will not hold very well. Must be some form of stainless steel. I’ll try some type of double sided tape and see how it holds up. My fear is that the heat of the belt will cause the adhesive to lose its tack hold. I could try and replace the platen with a mild steel version.

So when it comes down to it , which knives do you only sharpen on stones ? Thanks.

I'm still learning my TSPROF KO-3. Eager to see you do some more work on yours. What a great shop set-up you have there, I'm really missing my shop - and only have room now for a basic desk/bench, etc. I always learn a little something from these, and appreciate your taking the time & effort to put them together. Take care...

Hey Paul, do you ever offer discounts for repeat customers or give this person a discount that dropped off 30 knives or just charge full price? I wasn’t sure what to do for my repeat customers

This is what happens when you have good intentions, high standards & do a great job.

hoping you do a you tube video on some of these higher end tougher knives to sharpen. I learn something pretty well from every one of your videos. I appreciate your comments on this video. After 33 years in LE I retired from it 13 years ago and started to be serious about sharpening. My test several years ago was to do a bunch of family members knives for free (and practice) and invite them to return them to me for sharpening anytime they want, of course no cost to them. Results, hardly ever had any of them take me up on the offer. Kind of blew away my confidence. But I've continued to sharpen and try to perfect my skills. Your videos and encouragement may finally get me to dive in and just go for it.

I appreciate you recognizing these special people that are hero's that have given so much to our country. We could never repay them for what they have done for us. And you, Paul are also much appreciated for what you have done and do for other people. The 33 years I proudly served as a police officer makes me even more grateful and proud of people like yourself, Justin, Marcus and many others who have sacrificed much for each of us. Thanks guys!

I asked a question on the livestream but now it's over I can't see it or whether you answered it. I use a non-Tormek machine that with a wheel cost less than just a replacement wheel and I'm getting results that appear to be on par with tormek. What I wanted to know is have you ever used off-brand Whetstone wheels to compare the results? The replacement wheels for my machine are £23 for 200mm and £25 for a 250mm wheel and they're gradable with diamond plates in the same way as the Tormek. The 1x30 is very useful for axes, machetes etc and great for getting rid of chips quickly, I also use it for extremely dull knives to put a basic edge on a knife then finish it on the Wheteston grinder.

How do you tackle such a large amount of knives in a single order? Groups of 5 or something?

So how do you handle a large order? Is there a discount of some kind?

I found this too late. It looks like they have raised the price up to negate the 25% discount, and it doesn't appear to come with the diffuser anymore.

Thank you for all the reviews on these lasers. I’ve followed Xtool for a while and your reviews do them justice!

Paul thank you for your service as well as supporting our veterans! In my opinion all veterans are heroes!!!

What Machine are you using?

I'm about to purchase a new system and on a short timetable to take advantage of sales. Upgrading from an Edge Pro Apex and I'm deciding on either this or the Kadet Pro. The advantage gap seems to be slimmer now that the Kadet Pro has the new adjustment system and you can get the axicube for it. Other than a slightly larger size of blade and slightly larger range of angles the K03 Hunter can accommodate, is there any big advantage to it vs the Kadet Pro? Or am I better off just saving a couple hundo and buying the Kadet Pro?

Holy crap dude, you just blew my mind! You explained that so perfectly. I get it now. Thank you for this video.

Can you provide a link to the extender arm you use to move the microscope around?

Would you say that a person can get going on sharpening 20 knives a week with a 1x30 belt sander, 120,400 and a leather strop belt?

Which model of FOREDOM flex shaft tool are you using? I didn’t see them on your web page.

Unfortunately, not all the Toolckers arbor sizes are the same. I bought the wheel and it is not going to fit. Bummer.

what are you spraying on there?

has anybody an idea why they changed the end of the clamps to this shity flat and non rounded version?

😂 for $800 the box is a gimmie.

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Paul, do you ever mark a knife or shears with the primary bevel angle? I ask because it would save time at the next sharpening.

In the video it looks like you have 2 laser cutters connected and you turn one off with a dust right connector. Which dust right connector did you use? I have an xtool S1 and D1 pro that I would like to vent together. I don't have plans to use both lasers at the same time however I would like to use the same vent to the outside instead of creating a second. Please let me know if this is possible and what connector do I need. Thanks so much

100% agree, this should be included in every Tormek T8 as standard. I can't believe I worked so long without it. $170 down here.

According to Tormek support, a little grease on the inside face (away from the grinding wheel) ofthe spacer will help prevent the EZYlock from jamming.

If you covered this, I apologize for asking but what engraving spray do you recommend?

I have a similar process, CBN 180, 400, 600, somtimes 1000 ... Then 1750 rpm - RockHard wool wheel with diamond spray to deroot on guided Tormek table supports (I.E. Knife Grinders Australia RIP Vandem), and to polish I use 1750 rpm - leather wheel with white rouge. I'm right about 5 minutes start to finish. I have found this to the most efficient and predictable compared to belts. I still use belts but only for major repair work or profiling. Keep the videos coming. Great job Paul !

But I recall you also had a video or commented within that video about Tormek composite wheel that it runs like butter and that you love it. You probably had a different mindset presently.

Another great video Paul

Hello Paul, been watching your videos out of curisiosity, I am a free hand sharpener hobbyist. Nice to see that either using machines that improve productivity or whetstones the basic principles and factors to consider when sharpening are the same. One thing I would like to ask if you please. Since you have used the Bess tester before can you tell me what to expect out of a whetstone in terms of grits as far as the Bess test goes if you are getting it right? Thank you

Fantastic video and explanations, thank you for sharing! 💯

Hi again Paul, Can you recommend a hardware assortment pack of household and sewing shears? Thanks!!

You talked about putting the link for the unicorn on here where is it

I will add one more thing to this. I had a failed update, to the point that the software could not see the S1 via usb. Dozens of attempts, rolling back to an older version of XCS, multiple restarts and reboots of the machine and computer did not solve the problem, and I was done. I thought I had bricked the laser and was about to contact customer support when on a whim I pulled out the security usb dongle on the back of the machine. Kaboom!! The update sailed through without issue, and I was back in business. If removing the security dongle is a required step I sure cannot find that spelled out anywhere. At any rate, I am now good on the S1 and I hope y'all get your problems solved.

No honing?

Amazing video!! And great advice!! I’m fairly new and always turn down high end knives. I actually have a little deal with another local sharpener that is much more skilled and send those high end knives his way and he tosses me a couple dollars for the referrals.

Those discs look interesting!! thanks for sharing.

Congratulations! I absolutely love mine. Can't wait to see what you think!

Knife sharpening Nirvana

I was considering a tsprof as well. I went with a worksharp because tsprof is made in Russia.

I'm jealous

Hi Paul, this comment is totally unrelated to the user engraver. However as a sharpener I have a super important question to ask you. I finally purchased the FoxTrop grinder, reversed it and equipped with a leather strop and a paper wheel. So far so good then I realized that I have no idea with what to load those wheels with. Can you let me know this info please I would be so appreciative. Thank you for taking some time out of your busy schedule. Claude M.