Hello! I'm getting set up for the very first time and could use some input as I weigh expenses against quality and ease of use.
Firstly, I already have a dust air filter but I've been advised to get a collector as well. This is a hobby for me that I'll do maybe a few hours a week, so I don't want to invest in an expensive collection unit. Currently I'm looking at either a cyclone bucket to go with my wet/dry vac or a basic Shop Fox bag-style collector. I'd like to spend no more than about $200 on this if I can. The wet/dry vac is unappealing because of the noise.
Next, is a jig setup like the Wolverine worth it right from the start? If yes, is the full Vari-Grind set worth it on top of the base unit? On that note, will the gray grinding wheels that came on my bench grinder be okay to start? I got Sorby HSS tools.
I was interested in the Nova grinding wheel attachment for the Comet II lathe but it has pretty mixed reviews, especially with their jig. Anyone have experience with those? I bought a simple WEN grinder but it could be returned.
I'm just trying to start with minimal expense, but I don't want to make rookie mistakes that'll cause frustration because I didn't know any better.
Thank you all!
Firstly, I already have a dust air filter but I've been advised to get a collector as well. This is a hobby for me that I'll do maybe a few hours a week, so I don't want to invest in an expensive collection unit. Currently I'm looking at either a cyclone bucket to go with my wet/dry vac or a basic Shop Fox bag-style collector. I'd like to spend no more than about $200 on this if I can. The wet/dry vac is unappealing because of the noise.
Next, is a jig setup like the Wolverine worth it right from the start? If yes, is the full Vari-Grind set worth it on top of the base unit? On that note, will the gray grinding wheels that came on my bench grinder be okay to start? I got Sorby HSS tools.
I was interested in the Nova grinding wheel attachment for the Comet II lathe but it has pretty mixed reviews, especially with their jig. Anyone have experience with those? I bought a simple WEN grinder but it could be returned.
I'm just trying to start with minimal expense, but I don't want to make rookie mistakes that'll cause frustration because I didn't know any better.
Thank you all!