Harbor freight sharpener

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So after the long discussion we had here about the HF saw blade sharpener and the two trips it took to get one (because they were hidden in the store), I thought I'd post a new thread in case you had given-up on reading the previous one.

Apparently sharpening blades requires expert knowledge in splitting atoms because I'm incapable of getting a decent finish with this thing.

Now, the guy at the store said I could bring it back if it didn't meet my expectations. Problem is, that little motor and wheel look like they'd have a million other applications. There has got to be something worthwhile I could build with the parts from this abomination.

FWIW, the main problem is the diamond wheel. Too rough a finish. The next problem is, putting a finer wheel on would probably require too much work to remove enough carbide to get a blade sharpened.

Strange that the machine still feels worth $50 to me. Just not as a saw blade sharpener.

Pass the crow, please.

[Carlos]

Well, while I agree that sharpening probably requires expertise and great machinery, I don't blame you for trying. It sounds good, and HF has that easy return policy, so no foul. Or is that fowl? Salt and pepper?

[Knottscott]

Well...thanks for braving the waters, or I may have eventually toyed with the thing too....

Carlos, how was that knife sharpened?

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The thing is, I'm looking at the machine and wondering if it has the makings of a doweling machine or some sort of mortising machine. All the basic components are there, I'd just have to add an adjustable-height table with a fence and the correct spindle/bit.

I think this is the first HF POS that I won't be asking for my money back on.