Stones for the Toko base bevel WC guide

[Noodler]

I received DMT files today.
It is the first time to use long diamond files.
And I'm so disappointed with them.
None of them are flat.
I was able to notice it even with the naked eye.

How about Toko, Swix, T4B, Sidecut, and Moonflex?
Pretty flat? or similar with DMT?

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I have found the same. Gives me impetus to create my own diamond files using the thick aluminum stock and KGS paper, that will fit in my base bevel guides.

 

[SlideWright]

I have found the same. Gives me impetus to create my own diamond files using the thick aluminum stock and KGS paper, that will fit in my base bevel guides.

I ordered a bunch cut 22mm x 120mm. If you want some, as a thanks for the idea and sharing this DIY project, send me your address. Not sure yet when I’ll see them. Might be a couple weeks (+/-).

I do think I will make a Toko beveler block too, but would need dimensions or I’ll order one.

 

[James]

Atoma 1 x 4 inch plates are apparently 5mm plus the diamond. Not sure if that makes them 5.5 or 5.3mm.

However, the 1x6 inch plates appear to be on a 3mm backing. (From amazon description) I think the total would be about 4mm. Should call Jende.

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You can also get the Atoma diamond system on the 1mm metal plate with pressure sensitive adhesive on it, 1x6inches. You’d need a backing. I think this is what Jende is using with a 3mm backing.

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[hotwinter74]

Thank you all information.

I'm thinking 2 options.
1. get T4B diamond replacement sheets and make my own backers with the aluminum here.
2. get T4B hone files and grind them about 0.5~1mm on the backside with the belt grinder.

What do you think?

 

[hotwinter74]

Years ago I gave up on Svst diamond strips. I found they’re slightly flexible and don’t make a flat edge but slightly curved. (Only used on side edges.) One tech I talked to called this “mushrooming”.

You’re better off getting a deal on moonflex or whatever. It you must, for diamond strips look to the Japanese stuff from Atoma prob available for knife sharpening jigs. It’s been awhile since I looked but I have their large plates, like 3x8 inches.

Oh, I didn't know that Atoma makes narrow small files. I have 2 Atoma diamond plates for the flattening job of whetstones.
My another hobby is fishing & sashimi.

 

[SlideWright]

Thank you all information.

I'm thinking 2 options.
1. get T4B diamond replacement sheets and make my own backers with the aluminum here.
2. get T4B hone files and grind them about 0.5~1mm on the backside with the belt grinder.

What do you think?

3. Since you have diamond files in hand, I'd try them first with a pressure block. If you had access to a 3d Printer I could send you files to print.

 

[hotwinter74]

3. Since you have diamond files in hand, I'd try them first with a pressure block. If you had access to a 3d Printer I could send you files to print.

Well, I am not interested in DMT stones anymore since I received. I'm gonna use them at the side edge job.
I just want good quality flat stones with the reasonable price.
Thank you anyway.