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Post by Jim on Dec 16, 2021 0:45:00 GMT
What should the ProEdge settings be for Sorby’s continental gouge? I purchased the 25mm and the 8mm. When I set the gouge on the platform it seemed closest to 35 degrees instead of 45 degrees as suggested for other spindle and roughing gouges. Also, does the profile require the fingernail jig or just the platform?
Thank You,
Jim
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Post by Pete on Dec 16, 2021 9:18:14 GMT
Hi Jim
I don't have a continental gouge, so can't be specific. BUT when resharpening an unknown angle I put marker pen on the bevel touch it to the belt at the angle I think it is and move the belt by hand, if a line of marker is removed from the whole bevel I am right, if just the top or bottom increase or decrease my angle.
Looking at the pictures there is a fingernail grind on the tool so I would use the jig to replicate it, though I am not sure the 25mm will fit in the jig. I would be interested in your view on the continental spindle gouge as compared to the standard one, perhaps it is something I should try.
Pete
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Post by Clive Brooks on Dec 16, 2021 12:37:30 GMT
Hi Jim and Pete
The 3rd hole from the bottom of the angle setter on the ProEdge, is set at 60 degrees for continental spindle gouges, as described on the angle setter label on the front of the machine
The tool is rolled from one side to the other to create the cutting edge profile and the 'wings' can be extended in this way and also the smaller version you have will fit into the fingernail arm to give a more fingernail style profile if required
Regards
Clive
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Post by Jim on Dec 16, 2021 15:55:17 GMT
Thanks for the replies! Years ago I inherited an old carbon steel turning set made by Craftsman (Sears). In the set was a shallow spindle gouge that I really liked- left a very smooth surface when sharp. As steel improved I eventually (and regretfully for that one tool) replaced those tools with more modern tools. I read somewhere that that old shallow gouge might be similar to the Continental gouges that are available from Sorby. I hope so.
Anyway, thanks again for the advice!
Merry Christmas
Jim
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