I've build a surface grinder

[ArielSalaverria]

This is why I haven't posted any knives yet since I came back from my vacations.

Using a 1 HP bench grinder, an X-Y table gift from knifemaker friend of mine Alberto Trujillo and a magnetic plate (16" x 6") I bought, I've build the supporting structure and got a surface grinder for my shop!

Now I can not only work more efficiently but also don't burn my fingers when working on small pieces


Here's a video:



As you can see, with my left hand I operate the X axis, while with my right hand I control the Z axis. Y axis is controlled with the rotative screw that you can see here:



When I turn that to the right, the grinder goes down (And viceversa, of course)


How a future blade looks after getting rid of the forging surface residue.
I'm using a 46 grit stone, but you can also use belts.




I ground the spine and etched in acid to see exactly where the center steel.



Then kept on surface grinding.




And here's how it looks roughly ground.
You can see the magnetic plate handle, to the right is not engaged.






Thanks for looking!


Ariel
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