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Richard because I left so many potential good knives on the floor as dust at the bottom of a grinder.
Yes, I use them, but it because I gotta.Takes too long to draw file which I have done.
That's why I will eventually get a grinder. I was up at midnight the other night sitting in my kitchen working on a handle by hand. I actually like working by hand but it does take forever so for the sake of time I will eventually get a grinder after I can build a full shop.
Cheyenne Walker
Apprentice Smith
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That's why I will eventually get a grinder. I was up at midnight the other night sitting in my kitchen working on a handle by hand. I actually like working by hand but it does take forever so for the sake of time I will eventually get a grinder after I can build a full shop.
Hey Cheyenne,
I have a lot of respect for doing everything by hand and it also gives one a lot of satisfaction. There are some things which I will only do that way like building muzzleloaders but they sure can speed up the process. I do think that it is probably the third most important piece of equipment you can have behind a forge and anvil. There are a lot of power tools on my wish list but it seems like there is so much you can do with a good grinder and I want to make sure that I get a good when I do. There's nothing wrong with staying up til midnight working on a project and doing it by hand sure is a lot quieter. Good luck setting up your new shop and be sure to post some pictures on the forum. Most importantly,have fun.Rich Kinsman
