Jigs??

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Short and simple.I have a Coote grinder,its my first.I am just starting to grind and loving/hating every minute of ot:D .Does anyone have any jigs for a Coote grinder?????? THANXALOT......
 
yep, the same jigs you have, my two hands. its tough at first. after a while you will start to feel a little pride,
 
My advice, STAY AWAY FROM THE JIGS! If God wanted you to use jigs, your fingertips would be allen wrenches...

Seriously, practice on small, hollow grinds using a push stick and moderate belt speeds until you can make a hollow grind that stops and starts where you want it. I'd suggest a blade width of about 1-1 1/4", and a length of 3-4", with a smooth, curved edge (drop point). Grind edge up, and, scribe your desired grind lines onto the steel. Use 01 steel, 'cause it grinds easy and is inexpensive.
Practice, Practice, Practice.

RJ Martin
 
I watched a video where the maker used a push stick with a notch. I went out to the shop and made one before finishing the video. I used a piece of Corel, because that's what I had on hand and it's free at the dumpster of a counter top maker, but almost anything can be used. I now have several types and use them all the time.

Recycleing, Lynn
 
I agree with the others. Don't use jigs, they are a crutch,IMO. The longer you depend on them, the longer it will take you to learn to grind.
I you are turning too much metal into scrap, and this is of monetary concern(what isn't?), then go down to the lumber yard and get a bunch of 1/4" thick lathing strips. Lay out your patterns on them and grind them like it was metal. You will be able to use the same belt for a loooooooooooong time. This will give you a feel for grinding bevels, and help with control. Hope this helps a little. Good luck.
 
Thanks for the advive guys.You told me what I already thought,but hearing it from folks with morew experience helps.Off to grind now....THANXALOT:D
 
The coot grinder is a good one, I used mine for 8
years befor getting a Berr King, then made it into
a 3 wheel, small wheel grinder. Learning to grind
free hand is the onley way to go. Gib
 
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