Best Belt Sanders for Bladesmithing Reviews

This sander operates with a 1/2-inch stroke that oscillates 108 times per minute, which utilizes a much larger area of the belt than straight-line belt sanders. The oscillating action also prevents loading of the sandpaper in one area, which has the adverse effect of stretching the life of the sanding belt to its fullest potential. Additionally, oscillation greatly reduces the amount of heat produced, thereby helping to prevent any burning of the work piece or sanding belt.
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The WEN 1 x 30-Inch Belt Sander with 5-Inch Sanding Disc sands, smooths and deburrs jagged edges and splinters on your wood and lumber. With a 2.3-amp motor, users should anticipate speeds of up to 3160 feet per minute on the belt and 3450 RPM on the disc. Changing the spacious 1-inch-by-30-inch belt is a breeze, giving you the power to switch sand paper grits quickly and easily. The compact design makes transportation and storage easier than ever while the cast iron base prevents walking and wobbling during operation. With all of this in addition to the 5-inch side disc, you?ll have the capacity to sand whatever your heart desires.
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There are lots of ways to sharpen edge tools, but the Kalamazoo Belt Sander does an impressive job in just a couple of minutes. You can also sand and shape many kinds of materials on the 1 inch wide belt surface, including metal, wood, plastics and composites. Bolt it down or move it around as needed. It weighs just 32 pounds, so it is portable, but it is very well built. Spring tensioned rollers maintain consistent belt tension and tracking. Chisels, knives and other tools sharpen up nicely on the 42 inch long Aluminum Oxide belt that comes with the unit, and you can change and track belts in about 30 seconds.
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The JET J-4002 Benchtop Belt and Sander features a power take off, which allows for mounting an optional flex shaft for carving, drum sanding, deburring and dozens of other jobs. Abrasive belt unit does the work of a jig saw, coping saw or hand file while removing material and finishing at the same time, allowing operator to get into small openings plus handle odd shapes and angles.
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Double insulated. Front grip design. Quietest sander in its class. Dust bag for a cleaner work environment. Sands wood or metal and removes paint and rust. Auto-tracking belt system tracks belt without adjustment. Unique design allows flush sanding to the corner of the wall with nose and side of sander.
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The Powertec BD4800 features a wide belt that works both upright or horizontally, a disc sander, and a reliable dust collection system for hassle-free waste removal. This potent unit keeps your work area clean and your lungs free of debris.
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Remember when you needed a versatile and reliable sander? The WEN Belt Disc Sander easily sands, smooths and removes all of the jagged edges and splinters on your wood and lumber. With a 4.3 amp 1/2 HP motor, users should anticipate enough power to prevent this machine from bogging down under a large load. Changing the spacious 4-inch-by-36-inch belt is a breeze, so you'll have the power to switch and replace sand paper grits as needed without wasting any time.
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Burr King 99550 Model 960-272 Two Wheel Belt Grinder 2X72X8/2HP/220V 1PH/60HZ/4400SFPM. The Knife maker's Edge! Burr King's family of two wheel grinders provides vigorous contact wheel, work rest, and platen grinding in a frame design that pivots to ideal work positions. Features: - Grind, polish, buff with one machine! - Hollow grind, flat grind, contour, slack belt, vertical or horizontal platens. - Fixed and Variable Speeds, smooth running.
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Although we call this a ' Knife Belt Sander ' it is actually a very versatile sander with many different woodworking uses. Auxiliary arbor accepts buffing wheels sanding drums or flap wheels. Belt can be changed in seconds with quick-release mechanism. Belt arm can be fully tilted. Without a doubt this is the best knife belt sander around.
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Kalamazoo S272V-110-1 Belt Grinders 2' x 72' Sander With Vacuum, 1HP, 1PH, 110V, 60Hz. Kalamazoo Industries Inc, S272 2? belt grinder is a 2? x 72? versatile belt grinder with 3? and 1.5? serrated contact wheels on either end of the platen. S272 has a powerful 1HP, 1PH or 3PH motor that allows for quick metal removal with minimal heat! The S272 platen rotates 360 degrees to accommodate different shape parts for sanding. The S272 has an optional stand, vacuum base. The S272 allows for quick belt release, contact wheels, rotating platen and adjustable work rest.
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Any recommendations for a beginner on a budget? Coote, Grizzly, or what say you? And best place to buy one. Thanks for any suggestions.

Some tips on how to send your handles and get them nice and smooth and round a quick look at some sanding Jigs and the vices that I use in my knife shop

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