which sand paper?

[nev]

1m lasts me quite a while. I cut mine into 2 x 3/4" strips (so 1m will give approx 100 strips) and store them in little baggies nailed to the wall above the lathe and will probably only use one of each grit on a job, if not less.
When I first started I used to begin with 80 grit, with time this became 120 then 180 then 240 and sometimes even 320 :shock: so only really use 240 to 400 (and then the red and yellow brillo things).
I'd suggest trying a trial pack and go from there.
As regards the velcro backing - thats just an added bonus. You can cut your own 2" discs for your Hope type sanding wotsits from the same stuff.
The only negatives I have found with the rhyno stuff is that 1) it can clog when used on some acrylics, like Georges hybrid blanks, but works superbly on anything else, and 2) it doesn't grow on trees :wink:

 

[Spindle]

Hi

I use Klingspor J-Flex - works for me and seems to last well, I've never used the medium that Richard supplies so can't compare directly however the Klingspor is fabric backed which means it tears easily both across and along it's length, I just can't be bothered with Velcro backing and having to cut with scissors and then periodically re-sharpening the scissors.

Regards Mick

 

[Richard Findley]

Hi all

Thanks for all your comments regarding the abrasive. Like most here I've tried most types of abrasive before coming to the Rhynogrip, and IMO it is the best stuff around. I will only sell products that I know I can trust and rely on and use myself.

I just wanted to let you know I'm away at the AAW Symposium in America this week, so there will be a delay on delivery of anything ordered before next week. I return next Tuesday, so jetlag depending, I should be able to get goods out before the end of next week. (Workshop is patrolled regularly with hi-tech alarm system and large hungry dogs, so don't go getting any ideas!! :lol: )

All the best

Richard

Ps, as Mick points out, it doesn't rip well, better to use cheap scissors. I'm happy to send out samples though if you'd like to try it before buying - that includes to you Mick

 

[Tazmaniandevil]

The not ripping I see as a bonus. I use a steel rule and stanley knife to cut mine into strips. The width of the steel rule is perfect for me.

 

[Spindle]

The not ripping I see as a bonus

Hi Taz

I've never been troubled by it ripping in use.

Richard - Thanks for the kind offer.

Regards Mick

 

[Tazmaniandevil]

Me neither, that's why I see it as a bonus. It outlasts most of the abrasives I have bought since I first started, and £ for £ is the best value.

 

[Spindle]

But I'm referring to J-Flex :wink:

 

[Tazmaniandevil]

Missed that post somehow.

 

[Random Orbital Bob]

So when should I order then Richard?

 

[Richard Findley]

Hi Bob

You can send your order over whenever you are ready, I'm just not back in the country until next Tuesday/Wednesday next week, so I'll sort it as soon as I can.

Thanks

Richard

 

[Random Orbital Bob]

Thanks mate. I'm at a wedding in Sheffield tomorrow so it might even be next week by the time I get round to it. 6-7 hours driving....deep joy!

 

[leisurefix]

I may be stating the obvious here, but just in case you do not already have one, also get an abrasive belt cleaner. It is kind of like a giant rubberized eraser that you can use to unclog abrasives, although designed to be used with powered abrasives, I have found it works fine when used by hand on smaller pieces of abrasive. It greatly extends the life of the Rhynogrip.

Andy

 

[Random Orbital Bob]

Got one of those but confess never used it on hand held abrasives so I'll try that. Thanks

 

[Grahamshed]

Got one of those but confess never used it on hand held abrasives so I'll try that. Thanks

and that makes at least two of us

 

[Vic Perrin]

Got one of those but confess never used it on hand held abrasives so I'll try that. Thanks

and that makes at least two of us

Make that 3, I use one regularly on my belt sander but never thought about using it with hand held grits.

That's why I love this site some great ideas keep popping up.

Vic

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Yes. It can work.