Looking for 1/2" 'Ellsworth grind' jig

Re: Looking for 1/2" 'Ellsworth grind' jig *LINK*

DaveZ

>Here it is


http://http://www.aroundthewoods.com/sharp.shtml

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Stuart Johnson

>http://www.aroundthewoods.com/sharp.shtml

Isn't there a problem with

Shawn - in CT

>the gouge seating the same each time with this set-up ? I.e. there is no flat surface on top of the hole to ensure that the gouge seats reproducibly.

Re: Looking for 1/2" 'Ellsworth grind' jig *LINK*

Jean Michel

>Hi Shawn,,

Why not order that jig from the master himself? David Ellsworth will send you the tool as soon as he answers your mail, I have bought directly from him in the past, tools and videos.

You can reach him thrue his web site at the link below. He is also very nice to communicate with.

HTH,

Jean.


David's site

Because my understanding is that

Shawn - in CT

>his jig is appropriate ONLY for 5/8" gouges. Is that not true?

Re: Because my understanding is that

Gary Evans

>Shawn,

I can't state categoricaly that you are wrong, but I don't see how it would matter what the diameter of your gouge is. You might have to experiment a bit with the extension of the gouge through the jig, or possibly the placement of the holder for the bottom of the jig, but if you are duplicating an existing grind, it shouldn't be a big deal to set it up.

By the way, I have an extra "Ellsworth" original that I would sell if you want.

GE

I use my Ellsworth for 1/2"

Mike Schwing from Md.

>Its not quite perfect but it works OK. The problem with it is that the jig is sized to hold a larger tool so centering the 1/2" tool directly above the thumbscrew isn't automatic. Other than that it works fine. I haven't gotten so finicky about it that I've experimented with different distances/projections, instead rely on the standard 2" as suggested with the 5/8" tool. Works fine for me. The diff between a 1/2 and 5/8" tool is dramatic in use though. I only use the 1/2" when I can't fit the larger tool in the space available.

Re: Because my understanding is that

Darryl Hansen

>Depends whose measuremnet you are using. European or U.S. I have both 5/8 and 1/2 and use both in the tool. Contact David and tell him what you want. He'll fix it. I think he still mmakes the jig himself or has it done locally....

Re: Isn't there a problem with *LINK*

Darrell Feltmate

>Shawn

I have found no problems with repeatability. I simply eyeball the level of the tool. Since I usually use a round shafted Oland tool a flat would not help me. On the other hand a few minutes with a file and you have a flat.


http://www.aroundthewoods.com

Re: Looking for 1/2" 'Ellsworth grind' jig *LINK*

Don Geiger

>I have studied extensively with David and have assisted him on a few occasions at Arrowmont. I've since invented a system to assist turners with setting up the proper geometry to gring gouges with his profile. Take a look at it at www.dongeiger.com

I also sell his jigs, but I add an improved screw. Please let me know if I can be of any service to you.


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