Hi all, this is my first post, been trolling around for a while. I've always liked watching turning on TV shows and took the plunge and got at Delta 46-460 and some Sorby tools, both a mini modular set and beginner full size set. Thing is they are getting dull and I need to sharpen. I like the idea of the Sorby sharpening system but can't bring myself to drop 5 Benjamins on it. Though that said by time I buy a grinder and eventually upgrade to a set of CBN wheels I'd be at the Sorby price tag.
Anyway, I'm looking at the Rikon 80-805. Does anyone in here use it, if so what are your thoughts? What material/grit wheels should I look at getting other than the 60/120 white aluminum oxide wheels that come on it for my HSS tools? Also what sharpening system do you guys think is best...Wolverine, Robo Hippy, other?
I'm in the Jackson, MS area. If anyone knows of a local club that I could start going to in order to learn the craft better, please let me know.
Thanks for any info/advice and happy turning.