I have compiled a spreadsheet of all the tools I could think of that I would need to startup my knife making venture. If anyone sees anything that I'm missing, input would be greatly appreciated.
Belt Grinder(chassis)
$840.00
(www.beaumontmetalworks.com Model-KMG-PL)
Belt Grinder Motor
$260.00
(www.waynecoeartistblacksmith.com)
(1.5hp 1800rpm 3phase TEFC finned cast aluminum body)
Belt Grinder VFD
$450.00
(www.waynecoeartistblacksmith.com Model-KBAC 27D)
Belt Grinder Addt'l Components
$325.00
(www.beaumontmetalworks.com)
(Small Wheel Attachemnt Model-SWF)
(Aluminum Spare Tooling Arm Model-STA-ALUM)
(1/2"-1" Small Wheels Model-SWR-500, 750, 100)
Grinding Belts
$400.00
(www.trugrit.com *assortment*)
Drill Press
$200.00
(www.craftsman.com Model-ZJQ4116D)
Drill Press Vise
$75.00
(www.amazon.com Model-Grizzly G1064)
Etching Machine
$200.00
(www.usaknifemaker.com Model-*Personalizer*)
Buffer/Buffing Supplies
$250.00
(www.pjtool.com Model-10" Dual Speed Buffer/Accessory Kit)
Sheath Press & Rivet Press
$150.00
(www.knifekits.com)
(Rivet Press Model-KYRD-PRS)
(Sheath Press-Handmade with 1" Standard Foam)
Vacuum Chamber/Stabilizing Resin
$300.00
(www.turntex.com Cactus Juice Chamber & Resin)
TOTAL STARTUP COST$3,450.00
Belt Grinder(chassis)
$840.00
(www.beaumontmetalworks.com Model-KMG-PL)
Belt Grinder Motor
$260.00
(www.waynecoeartistblacksmith.com)
(1.5hp 1800rpm 3phase TEFC finned cast aluminum body)
Belt Grinder VFD
$450.00
(www.waynecoeartistblacksmith.com Model-KBAC 27D)
Belt Grinder Addt'l Components
$325.00
(www.beaumontmetalworks.com)
(Small Wheel Attachemnt Model-SWF)
(Aluminum Spare Tooling Arm Model-STA-ALUM)
(1/2"-1" Small Wheels Model-SWR-500, 750, 100)
Grinding Belts
$400.00
(www.trugrit.com *assortment*)
Drill Press
$200.00
(www.craftsman.com Model-ZJQ4116D)
Drill Press Vise
$75.00
(www.amazon.com Model-Grizzly G1064)
Etching Machine
$200.00
(www.usaknifemaker.com Model-*Personalizer*)
Buffer/Buffing Supplies
$250.00
(www.pjtool.com Model-10" Dual Speed Buffer/Accessory Kit)
Sheath Press & Rivet Press
$150.00
(www.knifekits.com)
(Rivet Press Model-KYRD-PRS)
(Sheath Press-Handmade with 1" Standard Foam)
Vacuum Chamber/Stabilizing Resin
$300.00
(www.turntex.com Cactus Juice Chamber & Resin)
TOTAL STARTUP COST$3,450.00