Thread: Buffing Wheel Question

So I watched undream22's youtube videos detailing a step-by-step restoration of a straight, and he's using a variable speed delta bench buffer set at 1700 rpm. Now, I cannot find one of these locally at anything approaching an affordable price (for me). But I did see a 3600 rpm bench buffer at Harbor Freight that I can afford. 6" Buffer

So, the question: Can this be used for blade restoration, or do I have to save up for a variable/low speed one that i'll have to order online?

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Here are some other threads to read


http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...lustrated.html


http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...buy-oh-my.html

Checked out the threads. Nothing specifically addressing the RPM issue (unless I missed it entirely; a distinct possibility). So, if I go with the higher RPM buffer, is it just a matter of me having to dip the blade in ice water more often? Or will it just ruin the blade if I even attempt to go that route?

You missed it entirely

RPM is only part of the equation, surface speed is the important calculation...

You have found this right???

http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...wers-here.html

Everything is there including the calculation for surface speed

I use the HF Buffers with 4 inch wheels I have done a razor or two on them I also have 1725 RPM buffers, one thing to really understand is that you control the heat with your actions... The higher speed wheels just need a more delicate touch, remember we are not polishing engine parts here, they are razors everything about them require a delicate touch...

Originally Posted by gssixgun

You missed it entirely

RPM is only part of the equation, surface speed is the important calculation...

You have found this right???

http://straightrazorpalace.com/works...wers-here.html

Everything is there including the calculation for surface speed

I use the HF Buffers with 4 inch wheels I have done a razor or two on them I also have 1725 RPM buffers, one thing to really understand is that you control the heat with your actions... The higher speed wheels just need a more delicate touch, remember we are not polishing engine parts here, they are razors everything about them require a delicate touch...

So I did! OK, so I'm going to read this over more a bit more thoroughly. Thanks again, man!

Glen, every time I see a photo of your workshop I start drooling uncontrollably. Do you offer tours?

Speed in RPM and FPS are also related to the size of the wheel. You can safely use 4 inch buffing wheels with 3650 RPM. The FPS will be similar to 6inch at 1750. Do the math, if you wish. I did it some time back, but did not save the data. The Delta two speed is available at Home Depot for around $80.

In fact, Glen please correct me if I'm wrong, these buffers from Harbor Freight are regularly on sale and even when they are not you may be able to convince them that you missed the sale.


Oh, party at Glen's house!!!!

Originally Posted by deighaingeal

In fact, Glen please correct me if I'm wrong, these buffers from Harbor Freight are regularly on sale and even when they are not you may be able to convince them that you missed the sale.


Oh, party at Glen's house!!!!

Dead to rights on both Gerrit, if they ain't on sale, just ask
Let's really discuss the "party" if we're going to do a spring fling up here...

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Dead to rights on both Gerrit, if they ain't on sale, just ask

Which buffer wheels are you using? I'm about to get the HF buffer, I didn't know they existed before this thread (great price!)