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Default Tormek's new drill bit sharpening attachment


"Ed Pawlowski" wrote in message
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"Larry Jaques" wrote
Do they have one for brad point or forstner bits yet?

Nope not yet.


I guess I'll just have to waste a whole minute per bit with a file.
deep sigh


Bummer. It would be a lot easier though, to spend 15 minutes setting up
a machine so you could push the button and have it done in only 30 seconds
.


Probably the case with the Tormek, with the Drill Doctor, set up only takes
about 5-10 seconds per bit once you get the hang of it. Sharpening takes
about 5-15 seconds depending on the size of the bit and the amount being
removed. It is so little trouble that I am considering sharpening each bit
every time I use one for more than a couple of holes. It takes longer to
pull the sharpener out of the carrying bag and plug it in than to mount a
bit for sharpening. Once I get into my new shop the sharpener will likely
stay out. in close proximity to the DP.