Can this be used to sharpen curved blades such as Felco pruners (where the sharp edge is convex, not concave)?
2003648
The T-7 can absolutely be used to sharpen a convex edge - it does so on turning tools very effectively. However, TORMEK offers jigs to allow professional quality sharpening of turning tools, while there is no jig designed for pruners. And since the grinding surface on the wheel is flat, there will only be a narrow line of contact during the grinding process, making it extremely challenging to produce a consistent, even curve. Short of a specialized machine for this purpose, a better choice would be the Multitool, using the slack side of the belt.
900531
Yes, the blades are slightly curved, surgical grade stainless steel and VERY sharp. It doesn't come with the serrated blades.
1163984
It would work yes, but I would not use for serrated blades. The ceramics are small, an would be easily damaged.
2056810
Yes you can. The sloped edge of ceramic is the main sharpener for serrated knives. One can also use the diamond rod, if the serration needs a more aggressive approach.
456618
I would think so. I have this KA-BAR Potbelly, and it will sharpen that. http://www.kabar.com/knives/detail/39
72810
Yes, you can! As long as the blade is straight and not serrated. I've gone through my knives (including pocket knives) and sharpened everything.
1278089
Not really. You could sharpen the flat side if you use a very low angle. The scalloped side would need a rod type sharpener
1884143
not really, no. you drag the blade through the grooves... works best on a straight-edge.
510245
you can sharpen anything on these, but from my experience a curved blade like what you are sayn you got hopeing you only need a light touch up its ok i like to use a diamond rod or an easy sharp carbide sharpener to get the curve easyer, these things last just so long as you dont beat them up, such as excessive pressrue and such i love mine.
1779227
Should be fine. Those are steel blades and 16 degree angle, which is what this sharpener is for.
2226167
yes you certainly can, but would not recommend using on curved surfaces, its great for flat surfaces. However this is the best sander out there.
576559
Yes,but, you need to be sure that you are using blade that will cut the radius of your desired curve and cut very slowly. You can do it
1327905
The "blade" is already blunt in that instead of coming to a sharp edge, it has a radius (curve) on it. I suppose if you wanted to flatten it by grinding, you could. However, I'd be careful in not going too much or too fast. You could take too much off, or overheat it, making weaker!
200599
This sharpener is for knives, would not really be feasible to use on an ax blade.
1987495
Yes it will work well but the blade should be long enough otherwise the handle of the knife will not allow you to draw the full blade through. The area that the blade needs to pass through is approximately 2 1/8" deep. Keep that in mind. You can stretch it a little by tilting the blade up or down. I have sharpened pearing knives with this unit but it is a little tight.
2056926
The shaft will no longer be curved. I have used this in Toro and Troy-Bilt trimmers. It's about 2" shorter than the Troy-Bilt attachment, so I have to bend a bit more, but I feel that this trimmer does a better job.
2035218
I don't see why not. I use it to sharpen all kinds of things. Just keep in mind it is a small tool. The sharpening part is 3/4 inch in length.