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Old 10-20-2013, 06:20 PM
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Default Multi-Angle Omnigrind Template

Otto Carter Multi-Angle Omnigrind Template
Big thanks to Otto Carter! www.OttoCarter.com

This template is for adjusting angles to make custom angle grinds on a graver. It has four sides and two pivoting holes that provide a lot of possibilities and options for settings.






The chart of angles below is based on using a stone thickness of 1/2". This is the distance from the surface the template is setting on to the surface of the grinding stone.

The length gauge which comes with the metal fixture that holds the templates is 1-¼ long. If the graver is locked in so it is protruding 1" for example, the angle will change. The measurement is from the shoulder on the sharpener. Check where the shipped length gauge measures from. This is the shoulder to measure from.


Here are distances and resulting angles.




This Omnigrind template is for advanced knowledge in grinding gravers. It is in not as quick, easy and repeatable as grinding a point with the fixed templates, which is why the fixed angle templates are popular. But if you would like to grind your own custom graver geometry the Omnigrind will do it. I have added the Omnigrind template to the shop site page along with the fixed angle templates. Price of it is $29 Link It can be found about two thirds of the way down on the page.

This template consists of a small black pointer template which is placed on together with the clear template. There are two small pin holes 45 degrees apart for the pin that indexes the slot in the metal fixture. The pin can be used in either hole. Also in the photo shows a knurled nut on the fixture. They are also available on the website and are $6, although not necessary for the template.
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