06-01-2017, 06:01 PM
Grepper and Jan,
I have some understanding of both sides of this. As you both know, I have investigated and done rudimentary testing of several issues for the Tormek forum. I believe that my testing and reviews offered some value for anyone considering purchasing any of the tools or jigs involved. I have never pretended that my tests or reviews were exhaustive.
When I tested the Norton 3X wheels, I did purchase both grits, 46 and 80. I have invested around a hundred dollars total in the two wheels. To compare the two Norton wheels, and to vompare them with the conventional Tormek wheels, I devised a standard test. I placed 5/16" metal lathe bits in the Tormek square edge jig and compared how much steel was ground away after five minutes. I consider this a good indicator, but hardly definitive. The scientist part of me would prefer a more thorough test. The accountant and time manager in me did not need to be so thorough.
Any of these tests would benefit from posts shRing experiences from other members.
Family calls....must dash.
Ken
I have some understanding of both sides of this. As you both know, I have investigated and done rudimentary testing of several issues for the Tormek forum. I believe that my testing and reviews offered some value for anyone considering purchasing any of the tools or jigs involved. I have never pretended that my tests or reviews were exhaustive.
When I tested the Norton 3X wheels, I did purchase both grits, 46 and 80. I have invested around a hundred dollars total in the two wheels. To compare the two Norton wheels, and to vompare them with the conventional Tormek wheels, I devised a standard test. I placed 5/16" metal lathe bits in the Tormek square edge jig and compared how much steel was ground away after five minutes. I consider this a good indicator, but hardly definitive. The scientist part of me would prefer a more thorough test. The accountant and time manager in me did not need to be so thorough.
Any of these tests would benefit from posts shRing experiences from other members.
Family calls....must dash.
Ken