My New 72x2 grinder by Hardy Wangemann.

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Jason Cutter

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I am the proud owner of this 72x2inch grinder, made by Australian knifemaker, bladesmith and toolmaker, Hardy Wangemann. It was a sh#$ to get out of the car when I got home but after playing with it for a few minutes WOW !! It runs a simple 1hp motor, uses a pulley system that is adjustable speed. Has a quick-interchangeable flat platen and contact wheel. Tracks very precisely, runs relatively quiet and the construction is simple, straightforward and rugged. I'm told it should last me a lifetime. Now I can do some REAL hollowgrinds. I'm still waiting for the new belts to arrive from the abrasives people. Check it out... Jason.

http://fototime.com/ftweb/bin/ft.dl...77-8EB1A2798620}&exp=f&moddt=37964.8060001157
 
Originally posted by jbull
thats a nice grinder how does the tracking work it looks like it moves the platen
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Yes, thats correct. I've now found that the whole machine raised another 3 inches from the ground will place it in an even better position for the way I hollowgrind. Jason.
 
The motor is mounted on loose hinges (I kept the screws untightened). The motor is a good 20-plus lbs. To change speeds, just lift the motor (watch your back !!) and position the belt on the correct pulley, drop the motor to tension the belt. Its all gravity.
 
Jason
Nice looking grinder,I have my motor on my KMG setp up the same way,it works really well,You will save some money now
running the 2x72 belts
 
Thanks Jason. I figured you had some kinda lever springy thingie.

I tried that setup once but the motor wasn't that heavy and it didn't work.

Tell Hardy that's one Kewl machine!:D :D :D
 
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