what is the bevel on the iron and which angle is better for use on a shooting board
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Check out Garrett Hack at FWW on this tool. He recommends two irons based on application. Buy the second one from Stanley.
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I keep the primary bevel at 25 degrees with a hand honed micro-bevel a few degrees steeper (probably about 30, with a slight bit of rocker). this has worked well for most applications, including a shooting board. I have tried to buy second iron to grind to a steeper bevel, but Stanley never seems to have them when I am looking. Ditto Garrett Hack at FFW. Make certain the back is dead flat.
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I like a 25 degree angle for this plane. I don't use a micro bevel. I have a worksharp 3000 so it only take a minute to touch up the iron. I don't use a shooting board. I use it primarily for flattening boards.
1187092
From what I have been reading, unless you are hunting where you are shooting in steep up or down angles the compensated distance is only a couple of yards different from true horizontal distance. I hunt western pa so either model would work. There is a rebate on the tilt one and maybe all Simmons. B sure to check it out
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Exact angle unknown, but it puts a good sharp edge on quick, stainlees or carbon steel. I prefer a larger stone to work out nicks or work up an edge, but this works suprisingly well for maintaining an edge. EZ for beginners to use.
1187091
I use mine for bow hunting so the tilt is a nice feature from a tree stand. I only have used the tilt model so I can not give you an honest answer. I suspect that like low line optics some individual units are better than others.
1908500
They look similar to Dueck Defense but $200 cheaper. If you don't have bullets coming from down range at you you will be Okay with them. They have worked well for me in some tactical training classes when transitioning from optics to close up work. I zeroed at 25 yards with a sand bag rest and the rifle canted 45 degrees. Adjust just like you would traditional iron sights. I ordered a second set today.
1285898
I found that I can use up to an 8 iron but not a wedge for my setup. It depends on how close you stand to the box.
774233
I use the angled as well, I cant understand what I'd use the other one for.
856109
Gerber.This is my own opinion bowflex pr3000 is more advanced,you can do more position different angles .They are different the, 3000 bench go's lower middle high and higher if you want to know more let me know
733279
You can give your ends a slight curl in or out depending on how you use it because the edges are curved... But not much more than that. Still a great iron, though.
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I use the Simmons for golf, it does not give any information on slopes or angles. It is straight forward distance only. It is good if the target is not surrounded by to much brush or trees as it may have a problem picking up the target. Over all I am happy with the unit and the price is great.
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With tech sights you couldnt go more than a 40mm objective. I have a centerpoint 3-9x40 and the standard irons work with a little head room. Hope that helps Happy shooting
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Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for... » Read More Hello, I'm not familiar with the angles of the sharpener, but it does have multiple angles. This is a sharpener I bought for my father so I don't have it here with me. I have the older version and was so impressed with my sharpener that I bought one for him, though I like my older one better. In a day and time with so many things I buy and say "Poor quality, junk", I did say I like this item. Why is everything made in China and when are we going to get back 'American made'. This probably doesn't answer your question but it is a nice sharpener for the money. Thanks for the chance to rant and rave...Bring back 'American' ! « Show Less
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Elevation is on the front sight. Windage is adjusted on the rear. Hope this helps.
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As long as your aim is good. It's a little tricky finding the start and end points with the beveled blade but it can be done.
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I'm not sure what kind of work you're trying to do. This does use butane for heat and gets extremely hot even at it's lowest setting. I would never use this iron for board work. I use it on wiring harness connections to mechanism on pinball machines where it's too awkward to drag out my good iron. But, if you are very careful and quick, it might work for what you need to do.
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For drawing angles, your answer is what Alan said, draw angles using triangles on the parallel or free-hand with a straight edge.For what angle the board will sit, your answer is the board has 2 slotted rubber bumper beneath it near the bottom, as well as the fold-down legs at the top. With the legs folded out, put the board so it extends over the edge of a table(or whatever you've placed the board on to draw) in one of those slots. The closer the table edge is to the center of the board, the steeper the angle of the board to the table.
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Any angle, those are just positive stops.... I love this saw, I recommend getting a couple different blades for the hard or soft woods....