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Robert Sorby Pro Edge

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I just received the Pro Edge and tried to sharpen a few tools by hand using the platform.As I touch the tool to the belt I get a lot of bouncing of the tool.I'm using the supplied belts from sorby And I even used all three grits but with the same results.I checked the back plate which is smooth and flat.The bounce is so bad I'm thinking of returning the machine.I'm used to sharpening on a grinder with CBN wheels.Any Pro Edge owners that can help is appreciated.I do have the tension arm engaged.I just don"know what else to do. Thanks, Jerry
 
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I have no idea what I’m talking about concerning the Pro Edge, so take that into consideration…

It seems the bounce could be coming from the splice in the belts — or from taking a set from packaging. Maybe try more tension and/or place the belts on with the splice running the other way?
 
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Try turning the tool over it will get a lot smoother or you will need to replace the belt in short order. :) You might be putting too much pressure on the belt if you are trying to grind a new profile angle on the tool. You will get a slight slap of the belt splice on each revolution of the sanding belt as it passes the tool.
 
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