Plans for a grinder tool rest.

[shedhead]

I have looked to see if i can find a plan to build a wooden adjustable tool rest for my grinder. I sharpen my tools with the Tormek system, but i need a better platform in front of the grinder. I want to reshape some old chisels.

Can somebody give me ideas and list of hardware needed to build one. Pictures would be a help for me.

 

[gasmansteve]

Hi Dermot
I`ve made and used this one might do what you want :?
www.aroundthewoods.com/sharp.shtml
Steve

 

[shedhead]

Thanks Steve, it's only the ajustable platform i need to make. I can see one in a picture on the link that you posted. I understand that it is quite simple to make. Only problem is that i do not have a very technical eye for things like this. I can follow an instruction and have a go at making things when it is in front of me, but i find it difficult to see something and make it.

Does this make sense? or should i give up and take up knitting!!!!

 

[boysie39]

Dermot , have you got Keith Rowleys book he gives a very easy to understand (how to ) of a jig for sharpening tools .I was even able to follow it. AHHH the Bible, how many has it helped.
REgards Boysie.

 

[Doug B]

Dermot,
This is my version of the Keith Rowley tool rest Boysie mentioned. It`s quite easy to make, mine is made from 1 1/4 Oak.

Hope this is of some use, cheers.

 

[Deejay]

Hello Dermot

PM sent

Dave

 

[shedhead]

Thanks for all your help. Yes i have a copy of "THE BIBLE" so i have the answer with me all the time. Looks like i will need to bring out the books again. I had forgoten that this plan was mentioned in the book.