Tormek HB-10 handbook in Swedish, included with every Tormek water-cooled sharpening system. It covers the basics of sharpening and different techniques, user instructions and valuable tips for each jig, and how to sharpen specific tools.
Tormek HB-10 handbook in Swedish, included with every Tormek water-cooled sharpening system. It covers the basics of sharpening and different techniques, user instructions and valuable tips for each jig, and how to sharpen specific tools. Most of what there is to know about the Tormek method is here.
There are several good ways to sharpen chisels and plane irons: water stones, diamond stones, oil stones and sharpening machines such as Tormek. All give sharp edges, but they differ in speed, maintenance and price.
A honing guide makes it easier to keep the same angle every time. The most important thing is to find a method you enjoy and use often. The guide helps you choose.