Beltsander?

[Rowanwood]

Would a beltsander be OK as a belt grinder substitute> I am new to knifemaking and can't afford a belt grinder.

 

[Frank Niro]

A belt sander is a belt grinder when used for metal removal. Frank

 

[DustinHall]

I use one. I mount it in my vise and it works just fine although I'd trade it in for a KMG ANY day.