Woodworking Tool Sharpness Levels

[Ken S]

I am a great believer in the value of coming to the Tormek with a hand sharpening background. The techniques are not identical, however, I consider them complementary. Lately, I have spent most of my sharpening time with knives, although in the long run I have been a chisel and plane sharpener. As you work with your new Tormek, you will get a feeling for what works best for your own work. The 25° and 30° bevel angles for chisels and planes did not come down the mountain with Moses. With experience with the Tormek, you may wish to vary these angles somewhat. If you choose, you can sharpen your kitchen knives and woodworking edges the same way for the rest of your life. You will do this with a minimal amount of steel being removed, and your edges will be sharper than factory new. Or, you can be more adventurous and tweak your results. Your Tormek will support both approaches; it is very versatile.

Enjoy the sharpening journey.

Ken