Sharpening Business 101: Essential Tools to Get Started

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@CurryCustomCutlery Ай бұрын

To be 100% fair I realized that I didnt cover 1x42 belt options and other versions of the 2" belt machines. Bottom line is there are many machine choices. I hoped to highlight an affordable path forward without excluding other peoples methods or choices. Many roads to the finish line.....

@robfahey1349 Ай бұрын

I think you did a great job covering the essentials and as you mentioned there are so many options out there the length of the video and funds for all the other tools would be too much. You definetely know what works for you and what would work for the majority of us. I think this was a great introductory video highlighting the basics and accomplished exactly that any of the other tools say as you mentioned 1x42 etc if others want to experiment thats up to them sometimes the KISS principle is best and you nailed it.

@NicholasSigalas 18 күн бұрын

@@CurryCustomCutlery haha thanks Cliff. You can always make more!

@briantrenholm9884 Ай бұрын

Cliff, I really want to personally thank you for your unbiased and well thought oiut videos. This one in particular might be saving me a good amount of money and stress.

@lukaszj1213 Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! Everyone is eagerly awaiting the return of the Bucktool 1x30 low-speed in stock ;)

@worldeater3357 Ай бұрын

Ive been searching for this video! Thanks for making it:) I would love to see a video on what you’ve struggled with while thinning knives. I could use some tips on what not to do.

@CurryCustomCutlery Ай бұрын

I will try to get something out on thinning soon. It's a huge topic, though!

@vaughnwesterby5162 4 күн бұрын

Thanks Cliff! 👍🏻

@gstevens62 Ай бұрын

Thanks! This is exactly the information I’ve been wanting! I’ve been using a Ken Onion and I just got my first 1x30 and I wasn’t sure where to go from here. You just answered all of my questions!

@jab0321 Ай бұрын

Always appreciate your thoughts and I've learned an incredible amount from you. Thanks Cliff! I started with the Ken Onion and it was an excellent choice for me to see if sharpening was something I wanted to get into. I bought it for myself to use and then realized I could start a sharpening business with it, so it worked out great. I then bought the 1x30 Toolcker and have been extremely impressed. The ability to slow that belt down to 1000 or 1200 rpm for delicate work is fantastic. As you mentioned (1750), I also prefer sharpening at 1600 rpm and have the ability to slow it down or speed it up depending on the situation. I like that the Toolcker is a one stop shop and will run scothbrights, leather, and anything else. I also feel strongly that you don't need more than one machine, at least at first. It takes me less than 10 seconds to switch belts on the Toolcker and I know that the angle is exactly the same, vs. having multiple machines and trying to match the angle. The Toolcker also does a fantastic job at edge trailing convex edges like axes and machetes using the rubber wheel. The tool rest can be used as an angle guide to help learn edge trailing when appropriate and it is the most versatile machine I've seen.

@VaeVeritas Ай бұрын

Very helpful video. I recently started out on the Ken onion in the fall. I’ve added a HF 1x30 over Christmas. KO was very helpful in teaching me to sharpen but definitely taking a lot of knives to pay it off…

@sharpenrightservicesllc Ай бұрын

Great video Cliff. I get contacted each month about what to buy and I always feel like I do not know enough about the equipment available out there; other than what I own. Lots of great tools and ways of sharpening that I'm not familiar with. Thanks for the education. I've been sharpening professionally for 10 years and there is always more to learn. Cheers from Texas!

@michaelbailey4442 Ай бұрын

Thank you for your for all the free advice. It is very generous of you. You are a class act sir

@LegendaryMike Ай бұрын

Just want to add a couple things that I would do if I were to start over. 1. A microscope will be helpful, if not essential, when sharpening edge trailing. Deburring after sharpening edge trailing is not as simple as edge leading. With edge leading sharpening, you can apex, refine, and deburr on one belt! 2. Also, make your own diamond emulsions. It'll save you a bunch of money. I use diamond powder from Amazon, 2oz spray bottles from Dollar Tree and purified water (distilled was not available at the time). I've had less problems with Dollar Tree's bottles than from a premade emulsion I bought. (I can't speak on the quality of Cliff's emulsions because I haven't used them) I use 1 gram per 1 oz of water. This is a true heavy concentration and will last a while.Spray the emulsions on the felt or leather belt or wheel and let it dry! The diamonds adhere better, thus lasting longer if you let it dry. Do you have to let it dry? No, but you'll end up using more than necessary. 3. If you're out in a space that's not insulated and experience drastic weather changes (like here in Michigan) skip the leather belts. They are gonna stretch and bounce soon. I've never had one that ran as smooth as a felt belt. I can't speak on the quality of Cliff's leather belts because I haven't used them. Also, I've only owned 2 leather belts and 1 felt belt so my experience could differ from yours.

@TrustinChrist-truthseeker Ай бұрын

Try the felt belts, they do an excellent job of deburring. I consistently get edges that easily shave, cleanly cut paper towels, and cut all manner of paper and food with ease. Sincerely, JS

@LegendaryMike Ай бұрын

@@TrustinChrist-truthseeker It's possible to achieve those same results with a burr. I tried a felt belt with 6um emulsion. It deburrs but its slow, taking 15+ passes per side. I've tried raising the angle ever so slightly to make sure the apex is in contact with the belt, lowering the angle but adding more pressure, and keeping the same angle while adding more pressure... I believe I have a new technique to apex, refine, and deburr a lot faster but I need some more practice time to be sure.

@philipchaput8377 Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for doing this Cliff. I really appreciate all your help. You are the G. O. A. T. Of the business. Phil Chaput- Lowell, MA

@j.d.1488 Ай бұрын

Over a year ago purchased Rikon. Just a home sharpener. So far so good. Great video. Thank you.

@Aviation_Professional Ай бұрын

When will the NEW Curry 1x30 system be made for purchase for knife sharpeners? It's time Cliff!

@kensmith2878 Ай бұрын

Been watching all your recent videos and had come to the exact same conclusion. It sounds like the perfect setup, thanks for your teachings and the confirmation.

@swingbelly Ай бұрын

Perhaps the most important advice given in this video is "PRACTISE, PRACTISE, PRACTISE" So true! 🇨🇦🍻

@324bear Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@CurryCustomCutlery 16 күн бұрын

324bear thank you very much! Will try to do more of this stuff to help guys get the stuff started

@robbabcock_ Ай бұрын

What a timely video! Thanks, Cliff!🙌

@millennialdawn2024 25 күн бұрын

Cliff, thanks so much for making this video, it was very timely and kept me from going down the wrong road with my sharpening purcheses. Going to buy the Buck 1x30 and follow the path you proposed. Do you have a video showing how your angle guide works?

@CurryCustomCutlery 17 күн бұрын

I have several long for videos that are decent on the angle guide use. Edge leading Angle guide Sharpening in 1 minute 3 Steps being taught to my son

@Wilmingtonsharpening Ай бұрын

Thanks Cliff! You are a blessing to the sharpeners in the world!

@axion8788 Ай бұрын

I have and use most of this equipment. My experience aligns 100% with Cliff's.

@Tackleb3rry Ай бұрын

Great info as always, Cliff!

@daniel.rosina 26 күн бұрын

@CurryCustomCutlery, Hi Cliff, pls how many RPM do your 1 x 30 machines run? (Which RPM do you use? Do you slow them down by any variable speed controller?) Most machines in Europe run at 2850 - 3000 RPM, which is about 14 - 15 meters per second for the belt side. It seems to me as a quite too fast speed. Ideal for me would be around 10 meters per second (2000 RPM)

@jamesbevis7033 Ай бұрын

Love these videos, thought I knew alot, but always seem to learn something.

@NicholasSigalas Ай бұрын

Thanks Cliff, a great video.

@mwilsonsc 7 күн бұрын

Great video! What is the 2X42 machine are you using? Is that Bucktool as well?

@DJOmega80 Ай бұрын

Thank you for giving us a road map to get started.

@markthomasson2115 Ай бұрын

Excellent video, loaded with information.. Thank you!!!!!!

@jurrian644 Ай бұрын

Great video again Cliff!

@jerrywiese9722 Ай бұрын

You're always an inspiration

@chuckpen29 Ай бұрын

thx for sharing all your knowledge

@mowermanone1621 Ай бұрын

Excellent advice, thanks for sharing and thank you for your work.

@daniel.rosina Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot Cliff! Very much appreciated. I do my hobby sharpening (plus some sharpening for a small business) on Worksharp Ken Onion machine, plus on Tormek (just freehanding the plain kitchen knives on Tormek). I definitely see, I would need the 2 x 42 machine for large material removal...

@jimedwards1367 Ай бұрын

Loved this video. Only thing needs to be added is link in the equipment you sell. Deburing wheel Polisher Serations wheels etc Being in Australia we dont have the range and id love to study what uou use. My own meyhods are working but the skills and hits you provide are all inspiring. Thankyou.

@CurryCustomCutlery Ай бұрын

Its funny for a guy that sells products that I use and think are the best I still feel weird self promoting sometimes. I try to downplay it so people wont accuse me of being a "sandpaper saleman" Having said that....please goto shop.currycustomcutlery.com :)

@PeterWoolworth Ай бұрын

Well done Mr. Curry!

@bobdetweiler1120 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips, "keep it simple".

@scottcoy4558 Ай бұрын

Cliff - appreciate the many videos you have put out there. With the Bucktool 1x30 units - How would you use/upgrade the 6" grinder disk? Also Units come with side work table sanding disk - is that useful? - how would you use it? Thanks. Scott

@CurryCustomCutlery 29 күн бұрын

Coming up next I'll circle back to upgrading modifying and customizing that little machine in phase 2

@donaldnewhouse3816 Ай бұрын

Perfect video, great information

@robertmunguia250 Ай бұрын

Yup that consew motor works wonders! Have that set up. Did you retire that PSI motor?

@trainwon5699 Ай бұрын

Good info Cliff…thanks

@tomnieman6459 Ай бұрын

First thank you for all your advice for us newbies. I was wondering if the half speed bucktool was on a 180 degree lasy susan you could turn it around and your wheel would be spinning away. Yes? And since you are so good at creating could you design one for us?