05-28-2017, 10:36 AM
I've been using Kallys for many years, and have two methods of effectively "slowing down" the grinder.
This is going to sound simplistic, but the less pressure you use, the slower the machine works.
When using a lightweight finishing belt, I run it on top of a worn out heavy belt so I have a flatter, more precise surface. It's easier to achieve precise pressure, especially on the edges of a lightweight finishing belt. I also use a heavy belt under leather, to eliminate "flutter". The more precisely the belt runs, the easier it is to use no pressure.
Even slower? I don't turn the machine on. I "strop" the blade on the stationary belt, just by drawing the blade from bottom to top.
I finish edges using either method.
This is going to sound simplistic, but the less pressure you use, the slower the machine works.
When using a lightweight finishing belt, I run it on top of a worn out heavy belt so I have a flatter, more precise surface. It's easier to achieve precise pressure, especially on the edges of a lightweight finishing belt. I also use a heavy belt under leather, to eliminate "flutter". The more precisely the belt runs, the easier it is to use no pressure.
Even slower? I don't turn the machine on. I "strop" the blade on the stationary belt, just by drawing the blade from bottom to top.
I finish edges using either method.