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Old 09-04-2012, 03:12 PM
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stock removal with power handheld tool

Hello. I would like to know which handheld tool removes stock the fastest. Also, what tool is this guy using?
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Old 09-04-2012, 03:32 PM
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He's using an angle grinder. If you must use a hand held power tool then an angle grinder is probably the best choice if you have access to good quality grinding disks for it.

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Old 09-06-2012, 06:27 AM
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Think that boy may have done more than a few with that type of handtool?!
Lots of time/practice led to that skillful use of a sidegrinder.
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Old 09-06-2012, 10:38 AM
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I have to admit that I kept counting his fingers while he was doing that. As Carl said, that's not the first one he's made. Also don't assume that just because he learned that degree of control, which was amazing, and can do fine detail work with an angle grinder that you can. Remember also that power equipment will allow you to things much faster, including ruining a blade.

If you want to give it a try, go for it but be very, very careful. An angle grinder will remove flesh and bone much faster than it will remove steel. I, personally, would be reluctant to place any of my body parts in the path of one.

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Old 09-07-2012, 09:34 AM
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Impressive, yes, but no respirator, no eye protection, no ear protection. I know there are circumstances where you might not have pieces of safety equipment readily available, but I wonder what the inside of his lungs look like.

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Old 09-08-2012, 04:35 AM
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Probably like the inside of his shop.


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Old 09-12-2012, 09:40 AM
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DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME, KIDS! Unfortunately this is typical of third world countries. Personal safety is just not in their vocabulary. The dust from an angle grinder can kill you! The fine particles are like tiny needles and will puncture your alveoli causing internal bleeding of the lungs. The same dust can scratch your eyes' retina if a splinter doesn't take your eye out first... The "slow" damage is gradual hearing loss from the noise...
having said all that, and angle grinder is still a cool tool and does a fab job of contouring and shaping. just needs to be used properly: always use the appropriate protective equipment, including gloves, and clamp your work piece down. Use two hand to hold the grinder, keep your eyes on your work and don't rush. Like Doug said, it will take off flesh and bone faster than steel!


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Old 09-12-2012, 09:29 PM
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Old 09-12-2012, 11:26 PM
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Hey, knifemakers in some "first world" countries are using small hand held angle grinders very successfully. Here's a you tube video from Czech knifemaker Tomas Rucker. I think this is not Tomas, but a friend of his. Check out Tomas' website for some beautiful work done with an angle grinder.

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Old 09-13-2012, 08:37 AM
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I have a feeling that the knife is being held by a strong magnet, but definitely not in his hand. I would also recommend better eye protection even though that wheel wasn't throwing anything in the way of sparks, especially working with your face that close to the work. Metal in the eye is something that needs to be dealt with ASAP.

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Old 09-16-2012, 12:53 AM
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The guy with the kukri is polishing it, not grinding... the handle is already attached, and no sparks.
I'd still suggest safety glasses.

I would very much like to see that blade being ground...


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Old 09-16-2012, 01:12 PM
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The guy with the kukri is polishing it, not grinding... the handle is already attached, and no sparks.
I'd still suggest safety glasses.

I would very much like to see that blade being ground...
at the start of the kukri video, he is grinding, look at the thickness of the metal. There is on part where you can see the edit.
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Old 09-16-2012, 01:13 PM
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I won't even hand sand without glasses and respirator....
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Old 09-16-2012, 01:13 PM
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I did it once and by buggers were black for 2 days...
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Old 09-16-2012, 06:09 PM
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at the start of the kukri video, he is grinding, look at the thickness of the metal. There is on part where you can see the edit.
That is the wooden sheath insert he is sanding on.... no tang.


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