JPSWorks
Well-Known Member
As some of you know I've been on the hunt for a milling machine. However I have a bit of a dilemma. I can't decide whether to spend my money on a mill or a surface grinder.
I'm currently working on a total of three slipjoints. The hand sanding of all the pieces to get them truly flat is so time consuming and pretty hard on the hands, (I have an issue with nerve in my left wrist that comes and goes). And still things don't always line up truly flush.
When making folders I've been told a surface grinder is very important, if not a must. I agree with this and want to find a used or purchase the Travis Wuertz kmg grinder attachment, though it's very expensive. However I also feel I really need a mill for everything from precise drilling, milling pockets in folders etc.
I just can't decide which makes more sense to purchase first. I know it's more of a personal decision, but I just wanted to hear other's more experienced opinions on subject. What do all the folder makers here on knife dogs think?
Thanks,
John
I'm currently working on a total of three slipjoints. The hand sanding of all the pieces to get them truly flat is so time consuming and pretty hard on the hands, (I have an issue with nerve in my left wrist that comes and goes). And still things don't always line up truly flush.
When making folders I've been told a surface grinder is very important, if not a must. I agree with this and want to find a used or purchase the Travis Wuertz kmg grinder attachment, though it's very expensive. However I also feel I really need a mill for everything from precise drilling, milling pockets in folders etc.
I just can't decide which makes more sense to purchase first. I know it's more of a personal decision, but I just wanted to hear other's more experienced opinions on subject. What do all the folder makers here on knife dogs think?
Thanks,
John