Spring Special: Now through May 31, 2008 purchase a Work Sharp WS3000 (#H21755) for $199.98 and get the Leather Hone Kit (#21757) - A $30 Value - FREE!
This compact little unit uses PSA abrasives attached to an extremely flat tempered glass wheel, and a slow rpm/high torque motor (580 rpm & 1/5 hp), to sharpen a wide range of tools, including chisels, plane blades, or spokeshave irons up to 2” wide, and curved bladed turning and carving tools. The Work Sharp’s air cooled, dry system design also eliminates the need for messy oils or water for cooling and lubrication.
Using a plunge/pull technique, the majority of blades are sharpened bevel up on the underside of the wheel utilizing the sharpening port. The port is designed as a heat sink with routed air flow to aid in blade cooling. Precision angle repeatability is built into the port with pre-set angles of 20, 25, 30, and 35 degrees - no special calibrations or set ups are required! The replaceable abrasive sheet on the rest automatically de-burrs the blade back each time it is inserted or withdrawn from the port. The port’s alignment fence keeps the blade in the proper sharpening position at all times throughout the process.
Tools may also be sharpened free hand above the unit with the assistance of the adjustable top tool rest. The Slotted “See Through” Wheel is perfect for freehand sharpening of curved lathe or carving tools because you can actually see the cutting edge underneath the wheel as you sharpen. The Leather Honing Wheel (optional) can be used to perfectly hone and polish edges. Basic system includes an abrasives starter pack (see listing below). Additonal abrasives and replacement wheels sold separately.
Unit base has integral bench mounting tabs for increased stability. 110v grounded outlet. 2 year manufacturer’s warranty. Imported
Basic System: Includes Work Sharp Unit, 2 Glass Wheels, a Slotted “See Through” Wheel, Top Tool Rest, Crepe Stick, PSA Abrasives Starter Kit (includes P120; P400; P1000; and Micro-Mesh™ 3600 honing abrasive; plus a 2” x 2” PSA abrasive for heat sink/lapping surface; and the Slotted Abrasives Kit, which includes the P80, P400, and P1200), and User’s Guide. Imported
