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Post by phoneman on Jan 13, 2019 15:17:17 GMT
I recently purchased a Sorby one inch oval skew. I plan to add a slight radius to the straight grind. The factory grind appears to be flat ground. I can duplicate the flat grind, although using my 250mm wheel would be more convenient. Any thoughts from the forum or Sorby on the flat grind vs 250mm wheel?
Thanks.
phoneman
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Post by Pete on Jan 14, 2019 1:27:51 GMT
I am a major fan of oval skew, though my favorite is the 19mm not the 25 I own and use both. until I bought the ProEdge I always sharpened very successfully on the tormek t7, in fact though I am getting better and better with the Proedge, it is still not as sharp as a well dressed 10" wheel, finished on the leather could get me.
I do however prefer not to put a radius on it, that is a matter of preference tried it didn't like it.
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Post by phoneman on Jan 14, 2019 10:03:26 GMT
Thanks for your reply, Pete. You have given me food for thought. I think I will try sharpening my skew using the factory flat, straight grind. I will give it a trial as ground before considering an alteration. Incidentally, if you should ever decide to use your Pro Edge for initial sharpening (its strong area) and finish with the Tormek's leather honing wheel to maximize edge keenness, I promise not to tell anyone.  Ken |
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Post by Pete on Jan 14, 2019 14:56:29 GMT
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Post by phoneman on Jan 14, 2019 16:32:26 GMT
Very impressive, Pete!
I'm presently at the skill level of trying to make a nice looking simple Harry Potter wand for my granddaughter. Your work inspires me!
Ken
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Post by Pete on Jan 14, 2019 18:25:58 GMT
Ok, how I was taught to use a Skew...
Get a marker pen and put a line both sides of the blade at the mid point, sweet spot for cutting is the bottom edge of that line. (I still use this technique as a refresher every now and then now, though I really don't need it anymore)
If you cut fractionally below the sweet spot the tendency is to cut inwards and taper in (which can catch if you are not paying attention, but is good for Harry Potter wands) slightly above the line and it will taper out often to the point of not cutting anything, or if you are not paying attention leaving the workpiece and heading over your shoulder!.
Use the outside corner occasionally for cutting in, be careful doing this it can bite back, and hard!! so to cut a bead or droplet, cut the straight line behind it by lifting the handle and cutting straight in, then rolling the skew into the cut to get your shape, Don't get distracted doing this!
Master the Skew and you have woodturning cracked, it's even possible to get a finish on pine with a good Skew.
I also had to make a Harry Potter wand, for 10 year old granddaughter, and drumsticks for both the 3 year olds. Some of the best turning you can do will be for children.
I like this forum and I like talking about turning, so if you ever have any questions please ask. If I haven't done it, I will get down the workshop and try it out to give you my best answer.
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