Why Belt Grinder Frame Design Matters More Than Horsepower When shopping for a 2×72 belt grinder, most people compare horsepower. Others compare wheel size. Some compare price. Very few look at how the machine itself is engineered. In my opinion, the frame design has a bigger impact on long-term performance than almost anything else. Every […]

Gas Struts vs. Coil Springs on a 2×72 Belt Grinder: Which Is Better? Few topics generate more debate in the knife-making community than whether a 2×72 belt grinder should use a gas strut or a coil spring for belt tension. Some makers swear by coil springs because they’re simple and can last for decades. Others […]