does it sharpen lawnmower blades or do i need to buy a dif. jig
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Mike: I have not used it to sharpen mower blades, but I am sure it would work just fine. I don't know of a jig that can be used, but even by hand it should work just fine, unless you want to sharpen rotary blades. In that case, not a clue.
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You need to buy the Tormek jig that lets you sharpen blades that long. Check on Tormek's web site, it's very good. Or, use their "contact" to ask them questions directly -- they are superb at that. Usually get a thorough answer in 24 hours or less.
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We do not recommend the Tormek system for sharpening lawn mower blades. I can be done, but it would be done manually - there is no jig to accommodate lawnmower blades. We recommend the MultiTool belt grinding attachment for sharpening lawnmower blades: follow this link and watch the video: http://www.advmachinery.com/p-1093-multitool-belt-grinding-attachment.aspx
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you certainly can use the grinding disc to sharpen mower blades. we do it all the time at our shop.
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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.
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You cannot sharpen the blades - this is why this is a $40 tool and not a $240 tool.However I've had mine for something like 4 or 5 years now, I use it regularly, and it is still super scary sharp. So ... you probably won't ever need to sharpen it in normal household use.
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If you were going to replace the blades, you might as well replace the whole thing - it is basically a ton of blades attached to a handle and some wheels, I would go with sharpening it with one of the kits they sell specifically for this kind of mower.
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Mine came with a small sharpening stone. Add a small bit of oil and sharpen.
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I use a Spyderco Sharpmaker for it. It's fairly inexpensive and the easiest sharpening method. As far as not needing to sharpen it because it has a "SpyderEdge," that's total nonsense. It's a blade. Blades dull with use. Blades need to be sharpened.
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If you buy the PowerSharp kit, the sharpening system comes with it. Watch the video on Youtube
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No it only sharpens the blades that come with it... that is why I returned it.
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It doesnt sharpen, it just brings the blade bach to its "true" so the blade will be sharper than it was but if your knives need sharpening the stone is best.
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You need 2 files to do the job and 20 to 30 minutes. The guy at the store can tell you which ones you need, also use your computer to look on You-Tube to see how it's done. You know if it needs sharpening by looking at the stuff on the ground after cutting something. If you see small chips of wood your OK, if you see saw dust IT NEEDS TO BE SHARPENED.
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You can buy a mower sharpening wheel at a hardware store and use it on your drill.
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Kristopher- You get just the basics with the kit. If you plan on sharpening gouges with specialty grinds, like a fingernail grind, you need get the varigrind also. It doesn't come with the kit. You may also want to purchase the skew guide. That should get you going. It is a good system and I've used mine quite a bit. Heavily built, will last forever.
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yes, the blades can be sharpened. you can buy a blade sharpening kit for reel mowers at most hardware stores
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This sharpener is made for sharpening smaller tools, but Smith's has a product for sharpening mower blades. It is sold by Amazon, as well. You can find it at the following link: Smith's 50119 Mower Blade Sharpener
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Doesn't need to be sharpened. I have had mine for over 10 years and it still works fine. Bought this one for a friend who used mine and couldn't believe how easy it was to use.
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It is very simple, just follow instructions. But you must have a 12 inch miter saw, it does not tell you that when you buy the jig. I bought the crown-pro, but can't use it, since I have only a 10 inch miter saw.