Profile-Pro setup tools make sharpening with your jig easier than ever. A round jam chuck would touch on only two sides of the dried bowl due to shrinkage. The V arm attachment is 27" in length and is perfect for sharpening gouges, skews, chisels, or carving tools. One of the toughest choices I had to make when getting started in wood turning was deciding which type of woodturning gouge or wood turning chisel to purchase and use. First, you must have the jig setup within the guideline set forward Slide the V-arm until the surface of the bowl gouge sharpening bevel is flush with the grinding wheel. the jig. When rough turning green wood is it typical to leave a spigot big enough to be captured by your chuck after shrinkage in the center inside bowl? .will it slice thru dry wood? This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. While this is possible, and many turners still sharpen by hand, it is difficult and challenging to maintain a consistent bevel angle. If too much time is spent on the wings, an enlarged nose might appear. Thank you for writing and sharing! I am a long time user of Tormek sharpening systems but trying to put long fingernail on a new gouge took a long time. top on When adjusting the Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig leg angle, the lower the numbered mark, the less sweep will be applied to the bowl gouge side wings. Stay tuned! Of course if budget isnt an issue you can get a set of Sorby Woodturning Tools or Hamlet woodturning gouges & chisels or the famous David Ellsworth Signature Gouges I think made by Crown. flat on the flute doesnt go back far enough to keep it flat in the Lets take a closer look at each of these variables and see how each contributes to the final equation. so the angle of the tool matches up with the grinding wheel. My recommendation is that you start with a brand new, factory ground Ellsworth Gouge, or the tool angle sample version available from Packard and do It is very easy to adjust. With different bowl gouge flute design, you will get different results. Visualize the material that needs to be removed to get to the desired final bevel angle. After all, if the grind Please explain this to a novice. You will want the Wolverine basic jig setup, the Skew attachment if you want to hone skews, and the VariGrind attachment. I wonder whether that is up to me or whether it is the system which does not allow to do it. If youre looking to learn more about Bowl Gouge Basics, see this article next. This is a traditional bowl gouge and not a standard roughing gouge. I use this bowl gouge configuration to rough out or remove large amounts of material, hence the name. Will it work well for the shear scrape cut on the outside of the bowl? It is featured as part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. marker The finishing bowl gouge is what you might think, the final tool to make the last cuts of the bowl. Would a 40 degree bevel facilitate use of the tailstock without interference with the the tool handle when push cutting the bowl side compared to a greater degree tool bevel? Set it and forget it. check out this article specifically about the Micro Bevel Bowl Gouge. Under the Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig is a protruding leg. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words. Loosen the two bolts on the jig and move the arm just a smidgen towards by riot_nrrd Mon Dec 14, 2009 4:53 am Hey, does anyone know how to grind a fingernail profile on a gouge with the Shopsmith? goof up at factory. I, of course, had to wade through a quagmire of informationmostly opinionsand a lot of technology that I had to assimilate. Makes a novice like me look like a sharpening pro. I especially appreciate your insight based on your turning experience and background. Take your time, dont press, and keep the tip cool. Wolverine Grinding Jig will save you time, frustration and money by allowing you to grind tools right the first time and every time. Great jig for getting the same grind on your gouges. No need to guy a whole new set, because now you can spend some money and buy a good, expensive or more expensive, wood turning tool. To learn more about the process I use to sharpen my bowl gouges, read this article next. ah hah! I guess I am wondering how to get the jig to leave the wing bevel shorter than the nose of a deep fluted bowl gouge. The addition of the Nylon Disc keeps the fastener from biting into your gouges like the old spring style would. Instructions are included to use the jig with the Oneway Wolverine sharpening jig (Item # ON2291) as well as info on making your own fixture . The Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig is an accessory of the overall Oneway Wolverine Vari-Grind Sharpening System. . Hello, Kent! What is the difference, when it comes to sharpening, between the iris and ellsworth grinds. You must log in or register to reply here. or the bottom), and a solid stripe across the front. Please leave me a comment below. Woodturning tool steel is important also when considering or learning how to sharpen the tools, will it cut green wood easily? John Jordan Once you get a handle on sharpening and abusing your cheap set of woodturning tools, you can now think about which tools you really like. These setup tools act as a visual reference designed to help you choose and properly adjust your grinding system to produce the grind you want on bowl or spindle gouges. It's better but not correct, or so "they say" anyway. get right back to turning. hand, RiotNrrd Ive never had the experience of a dull tool. This magnetic mounted LED task light mounts perfectly to the center of the grinder housing. Position the bowl gouge so that material is first contacting the grinding wheel. Wolverine Grinding Jig. Takes a little time to set up, but it works as advertised. In this article you are changing the angle of the nose or cutting surface of your gouge by adjusting the setting of the extension leg. This will only waste metal and reduce the life of the bowl gouge. While a gouge sharpened at the number four mark will have long pulled back bevel wings. To get the 55 swept back grind, I set the extension leg of the Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig to the third position, and I slide the V-arm up to the grinding wheel until my existing 55 bowl gouge face bevel is flush with the grinding wheel. The Vari-grind jig leg angle controls the amount of wings on the bowl gouge. Unfortunately, I quickly learned while the shaft of the bowl gouge is round, the interior flute is a compound shape made of a curve with two flat sides. Wolverine System. Both of the stones are out of balance and one has a wobble in it. the To get that steep angle grind, I sharpen the gouge by hand, making a long U shaped move freehand on the sharpening wheel. possible ways to adapt them. arm each Thank you. Woodworking (800) 683-8876, part number 148802). rubbed off in the same area on both sides (regardless of whether it is In looking over the instructions that came with the Wolverine they show that the bottom of the jig base should be 6 1/4 - 6 1/2" from the center of the grinding wheel. Now that we have the bevel angle correct, turn the gouge on one rotate the wheel again. Vari-grind and move the arm closer to the top (where the gouge is). Depending on how the original angle was created, an exact match may be impossible. You have to know or learn about steel, that is the steel used in your tools. This would put the wheel higher and tool lower on the wheel. He continued his support as a civilian with 6 years currently in the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers for a total of 15 service years to date. against the wheel, rotate the wheel (upwards) by hand a few turns. distance The reviews at PSI are almost all good. This indicates that the gouge is rotated, some scratches I read of guys paying just as much for one woodturning gouge and having the steel shank break in two! shows a simple stop block for the front of the grinder). Use the marker again http://www.thompsonlathetools.com/images/gallery/sharpening.pdf. Again, I have found conflicting opinions about what the V-arm distance from the grinding wheel achieves. the written sparpening instructions were lacking. The ultimate goal, once a bevel angle is acquired, is to reestablish a sharp cutting edge, not grind metal away. This way I dont have to guess if my settings are correct when I go to the grinder to sharpen the next time. The nose angle is whatever I want it set at (say 50 degrees) but then the wings are ground so much that the bevel is super steep and freaking hard to use! Works fantastic. Kent. . Thank you for writing and sharing! I have systematically upgraded my systems and processes using the best technology and techniques available. I can grind freehand but not very well but at least I don;t have to be so tense turning with these steep beveled wings. I think there are about 8 tools and the regular price is around 60 dollars. Brand Mfg David Ellsworth Studios. I have recently set up the Vari-Grind and have been experimenting on how best to shape some old gouges I received in conjunction with a second hand lathe I bought. Micro-bevel bowl gouge, or sometimes called bottom-feeder is ideally suited for deep bowls or rims that curve over the top. Please read my article about which bowl gouge angle is best, and you will get the whole picture. What we are here to talk about is how to grind the fingernail gouge The side or long grind on deep fluted bowl gouges is superb for rapid hollowing . Makes the sharping of your tools quick and easy, so you can spend more time on the lathe. Sharpened them. The whole purpose of the jig for me is to get consistent results and not rip through the new gouges I just got (nice glaser's). It allows repeatable precision when resharpening complex angle grinds like an Ellsworth or Irish grind. Greatly simplifies the sharpening of turning tools. It is sorely lacking in installation instructions. Wolverine Grinding Jig will save you time, frustration and money by allowing you to grind tools right the first time and every time. also show you how to figure out which direction to adjust the jig, and But then to get a 65 deg nose you move the leg to #1 position which is closer to the shank than #3 55 Deg or #2 45 Deg position but making an increased angle on the nose? It is incredibly important to understand why and how each bowl gouge bevel angle will affect your wood bowl turning. Thanks a lot for all your instructions; they are most helpful. I have the disc and belt sanders, and the sharpening station thingamajiggy, but it looks like you would need some fancier things to make that happen. arm out to match the front bevel angle up to the wheel again. PS How would you like to help me out and make this site even more useful? bottom on the other side. Im still learning to use the sharpening system. The platform is great for Scapers and my Spindle Roughing Gouge. WoodTurning Basics is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Now put the Vari-Grind into the pocket of the V arm and adjust the Your username must be your real First and Last name (for example: John Doe). For information on how to use the gouge You can spend anywhere from $60 to $200 for a bowl gouge with an ellsworth grind already on it, all you need to do is learn how to use the tool and keep it sharpened. since the Installation was a bear but not because of the wolverine system but my grinder. I have the vari-grind attachment. After trying to sharpen gouges by hand you will see the difference when you use this jig. There would be little or no support against a catch and the tool could easily be slammed downward. Rock the Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig left and right until a smooth curve replaces the harder angle of the heel. the marker and rotation routine again until you have a consistent $103.99 4.65 out of 5 stars 51. You can now grind your tools properly the first time. he is a wealth of knowledge .he is affectionitly known as Captain Eddie! If you are grinding by sight/hand you will be surprised how fast, easy and consistant this puts a sharp edge on the gouge. Should have purchased this jig a long time ago. So, going slow and easy, letting the tool periodically cool naturally is really the best way that Ive found so far. Note that you may need to stop occasionally and readjust the extension distance of the V-arm as more material is removed. 0:00 / 7:41 Curtis Turner: Oneway Wolverine Jig Product Tour Highland Woodworking 78.6K subscribers 128K views 9 years ago Curtis Turner walks us through the setup of his Oneway Wolverine. Maybe a template of the Wolverine's footprint, adjustable to major grinder manufacturers. I rarely see an article on spindle gouge sharpening. . I reserve this tool for only the last couple passes which keeps its cutting edge and bevel fresh and ready. rubbing off at the bottom only, this means that you need more angle on $11595. Works great as intended but spark control attachment won't fit because bolts and holss don't allow for left-side (course wheel) spark control. CELEBRATE DAD WITH A WOODCRAFT GIFT CARD! Many thanks, Kent. Whether you're an expert user of edged tools or just starting out, our comprehensive selection of sharpening and honing tools is designed to meet your needs. I have attended countless classes with professionals and have finally, over time, begun to realize that I had developed my own style. That being said, the Wolverine jig works well, and the instructional DVD is well done and useful. I sharp less and turn More.. Wolverine Flat Tool Sharpening Platform Kit, Slow Speed Grinder and Wolverine Sharpening Kit, 12" x 21" Variable Speed Wood Lathe - 1 HP 1 Ph 115V - 1221VS, 180 Grit CBN Grinding Wheel - 8" x 1" for Grinders with a 5/8" Arbor. This is a must have shop item if you use turning tools. Use the V-Arm to sharpen Gouges (check out our Vari-Grind - for improved grinding of side grinds and fingernail shapes. accomplish the same with just a gouge. Take your time and look closely from the side and make sure the bevel is flush to the wheel. on the Probably the best explanation Ive seen yet. The. marker and mark the face of the tool steel this will act as a guide and a sort of kidney bean shpaed platform would be better shape instead of off center rectangular shape. I rented the video of the Ellsworth gouge from Smartflix.com. . Once you get the angles correct, mark the arm with a marker or make Again, this is how I do it, you have no obligation to sharpen your bowl gouges the same way. because we dont want to grind away the steel on our tool angle sample The V arm will slide into either side as will the platform so if you have a preference you have an option. I must be missing something. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. Repeat this process until the strip is the same Yes they were very sharp and made me a happy camper. Most of the It wont be long before you can shape the Irish grind or Ellsworth grind on your woodturing tools, and it wont be long before you can effectively use it. However, this one will last and last, with no slippage or guesswork. It is a piece of I have only recently discovered yourI suppose it is called a blog these daysand find it totally validating. I have a small (8) lathe and new to turning what a blast! . TEKNATOOL SUPERNOVA 2 (SUPERNOVA2) 23245 Chuck Kit with JSCOLE jaws, JS25N jaws, JS100N jaws, Woodworm Screw, PLUS JS50N 2' jaws, NCSC Chuck Spur, 4mm Bondhus Hex Key for fast jaw changes. Does anybody use this to grind their spindle gouge to a fingernail grind? This is a great "Add On" to your bench grinder Veteran Home-Based Woodturner Business Bats a Thousand, Saint Bernard Service Dog Aids Woodworker, Wolverine Grinder and Jig Presented by Woodcraft, Follow Woodcraft on Facebook (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Twitter (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Youtube (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Pinterest (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Instagram (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on TikTok (opens in a new window), Ideal for sharpening gouges, chisels, scrapers, parting tools, skews and carving tools, Platform jig uses quick release ratchet handles, (1) Instructions for installation and use. The "instructions" it came with was a single sheet of paper with a few pictures and no actual directions. The 55 degree might be optimum for the curve between the inner side and the inside bottom of the bowl and the 65 degree bevel might be best for the inside bottom of the bowl. Leave a comment below and let me know what you would like to know more about when it comes to wood bowl turning. Suggestions? Are you able to use a bowl steady rest on the sweet 16 with rail removed for large bowl? HOWEVER, a few videos, showing the motions to ue when rolling/sharpening would be extremely helpful. Even tool manufacturers, that I have contacted have varying ideas. The product set up easily and produced a consistently sharp turning tool. If this is your first visit, be sure to (The picture below I did follow the instructions for the set up but it got me thinking that maybe my grinder needs to be higher. We really need to create a U-shaped motion while we sharpen the gouge at the grinder. I need some advice from people with the same setup. It seems there are many different custom shapes possible when sharpening a spindle gouge. It is very simple to use. Then dial in the desired bevel angle and tighten the thumb screw. you how to When I got my lathe I didnt even use it until I had my Wolverine jig. I just tried that printout 10 min ago and did not have good results with that either. Check your local area for Woodturning clases, you might have some luck Googling woodturning or even your local college might have classes. the top Plus, this attachment is easy to use and install. A protractor is a critical measuring tool needed for this process and for checking the bevel angle of all bowl gouges. Have you experimented with the vary grind leg angle 5,6, or 7 with regards to the wings. Main Category . You have the sweet 16 and i am looking to get either the American beauty or the sweet 16. Easy to use, a brief read through the directions and you are on your way. woodturning, I Yes, the settings are the same. I received it about 2 weeks ago and have not been able to use it yet. With all that being said, I will share with you how I sharpen my bowl gouges and why. This is due to having to bring the cutting edge down low on the wheel to get the correct bevel. It is easy to set up and use. I guess this means that you do not strive for this in your grind? So glad you were about to get a good working profile that you like. Bowl Gouge Basics, see this article next. First, the bolts that hold the grinder to the stands baseplate will need to be replaced with longer ones. If this is true, more time will be required removing material from the other areas to even out the overall cutting edge. The first time I tried it, bang!! practice once or twice I can cut with the tools but I know it is not right. Can the bowl gouge be used for shearing inside the bowl by using a high angle closed tool pull of some sort? Notice This sets the entire basis for what I am talking about here. I use the product for sharpening all of my turning tools. Easy way to get a quick and repeatable sharp edge. Back in the day, no such jig system existed, and woodturners would go to the grinder and sharpen tools by hand. bottom. I was looking to get the Wolverine jig and saw the PSI includes the Fingernail grind jig. Highland Woodworking 78.1K subscribers 10K views 4 years ago In this short video, Justin Moon explains the basics and offers tips for using the Oneway Wolverine Grinding Jig to accurately and. Born in the Dominican Republic, Juan entered the U.S. at 9 years old and became a naturalized citizen when he was 21. Adjusting the leg extension angle on the Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig may take a little guessing at first. The Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig is part of the Oneway Wolverine Vari-Grind Sharpening System which is designed to assist wood bowl turners with the process of consistently sharpening bowl gouge bevel angles quickly and accurately. After some commentary back and forth, and a phone call or two, we were fortunate to learn about Carl and his story. Wow, ok let me see if I can tackle all these questions. Dont let the name, roughing bowl gouge, fool you. . This is a sharpening lesson using the convenient Wolverine grinder and jig. Its a short piece of gouge that has been ground to the proper profile. Best jig available for sharpening chisels - especially woodturning chisels. This would put my tool lower on the wheel and might grind the wings less. Do your setting recommendations for the Vari-grind also apply to the Vari-grind 2? jig. I have been turning for over 50 years. The front should protrude by 2 ". If you appreciate his videos, you should consider supporting him! your grinding wheels are true, faced and in good working order. Grinding a Fingernail Grind on a Tormek Aug 13, 2013 | How To In order to be successful in this endeavor, you will have to have read the article on fingernail sharpening using the Oneway jig. However, because of the difficulty in producing these edges (both require rolling the tool edge and swinging the handle at the same time) most turners have never really enjoyed the benefits of a well ground gouge. The jig has good instructions on how to setup and how to safely use. The final resulting bowl gouge sharpening grinds can vary dramatically if the system is misconfigured. But the main principle that the bevel needs to be clean and smooth right up to the top cutting edge applies to every different style. The grinding jig worked very well as advertised. I was getting 30 degree angles on the wings. VARI-GRIND JIG SETUP ONEWAY WOLVERINE SHARPENING SYSTEM, BOWL GOUGE SHARPENING TECHNIQUES STEP BY STEP, BOWL GOUGE SHARPENING ANGLES SURPRISE ANSWER. Oneway Vari-Grind Jig for 1/8'' to 5/8'' diameter tools will properly shape and maintain the edge on standard bowl gouges, the modern side grind, and the traditional fingernail shape for spindle work detailing. Do what works best for you. Look at the gap in the bowl gouge sharpening bevel angle. A bit costly - you can make one yourself for little or no cost. I dont know why, but it seems like I can write for hours.late at night. The size of the platform is adequate but in a few instances I could wish for a larger one. Would that be a negative rake scrapper tilted for a shear cut? Check Local Store for Immediate Availability, Follow Woodcraft on Facebook (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Twitter (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Youtube (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Pinterest (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on Instagram (opens in a new window), Follow Woodcraft on TikTok (opens in a new window), Use with the Wolverine Jig or any other V arm Jig (sold separately), For Maximum control and perfect, repeatable fingernail and side grinds. Turn A Wood Bowl T-Shirts and Merch, Privacy Policy The best way to grind the top back first is to match the angle you desire of another gouge you have on hand. It will become routine for sharp tools. Buy a cheap set of chisels, start to learn how to use them, buy the jigs you need to sharpen the woodturning gouges and chisels and then figure out which woodturning chisel you like best. Brand: Oneway. What is the optimum tool/method for a smooth cut inside the bowl? There are different manufacturers of this system and youtube can provide you with some homemade solutions, Eddie Castelin actually shows you how to make one of these jigs .he also sells them.