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I made a No Weld Grinder that's currently mounted on plywood and just sitting on a shop table. I want to mount in on a stand, preferably rolling, so I can move it out of my workshop and grind outside. Cheapest option I've seen is tool stand from Harbor Freight that has the option to add...

Hi all, I've been watching some videos of knifemaker "Gavko" videos on Youtube. He's a knifemaker that seems to have tested a lot of blades. He's adamant that a convex bevel is the best grind. I've read the arguments for a convex edge (and I'm not asking to open a debate on edge geometry)...

Short version - who has a 2" poly contact wheel in stock? Boss Dog has a good price ($46.86) but is out of stock. Long version - I bought the plans for the NWG and metal last week. I'm trying to source the rest of my parts. I'm trying to keep costs down as I'm still only a would-be...

This might be an easy one for you guys. I've got a couple of knives ready for heat treat (the refractory cement on my paint can forge is curing as we speak). I haven't gotten to the handle making yet. I like the look of the dark etched knives done I think with ferric chloride. I also...

Hi all, I'm researching my grinder build. I plan on purchasing the GIB from Polar Bear Forge. I want to use the multiplaten with contact wheels. As most of you probably know, the GIB is direct drive (no step pulleys). To keep my initial costs down, is it possible to use a single speed...

Hello from Virginia. Inspired by this forum and others, I'm started making my first knife using files and sandpaper. (Now I want a grinder. Filing and sanding is a lot of work!!!:biggrin:)

Hi, I'd like to buy a 2x72 grinder, preferably used. I might not be able to purchase your used high-end machine, but a Pheer, GIB, EERF, No Weld grinder or similar would be perfect for me. If you have upgraded and want to sell your old grinder, let me know. I'm in Northern Virginia...