Leo James Mitchell
@leomitch
active 4 years, 11 months ago-
Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
If I understand you Organic…right on the money! Well stated! If the beginner reads Clay’s simple instructions that comes with the kit, he won’t go wrong. Organic has stated the simplicity behind the using of this rig another way! Good stuff!
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
Hi TC old mate! So good to hear from you and am flattered to be remembered.
I love your new mod with the numbered dial. This rig would even better than the original one we both received from our mysterious benefactor. I envy people like you with machining skills and savvy. Well done sir! I wonder how many of the original guys are still…[Read more]
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
Here are the parts of the Mod for the WEPS in close detail.
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
You can see in the picture I posted above that the device to lock the angles and to extend clamping on a long knife blade, is very sturdy. I will add also that it was beautifully machined. I wish I could remember the mate’s name who designed and built it. Maybe he will see this picture and come forward.
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
Here is a picture of the Modification to my WEPS.
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
I very seldom check the angle after each grit paddle. It certainly doesn’t seem to bother how sharp my blades get. By the way, awhile back a member of this forum developed a unique locking mechanism that fits on the rig and as well allows for the locking in of a very long blade. I forget the chap’s name but for a hundred dollars I got a rock…[Read more]
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Leo James Mitchell posted an update 6 years, 3 months ago
This is my first time back in years. I used to be a Moderator when this forum first started. Just checking in for fun and see if I can help any newbies!
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Leo James Mitchell replied to the topic Please help a newbie, edge is crap… in the forum Getting Started 6 years, 3 months ago
I have been using the WEPS for nearly, well almost since Clay started the company and I love the results I get. Here are a few tips that will work. First I always start raising the burr with my 80 grit paddle. This is the only time that I apply any heavy pressure to the edge. I do one side of the edge first with an up and down movement using fair…[Read more]