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28th Nov 2020, 08:25 PM #1Senior Member
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drill doctor
hi
have been thinking about buying a drill doctor model 750. have many of you used them
if so do you recommend them or not
cheers steve
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28th Nov 2020, 08:49 PM #2Most Valued Member
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Hi there,
I have the DD750. They are expensive, overpriced IMO. I bought a 110v version for a good price from the US so I can't complain and for the price I paid im happy with it.
The drill bit holder does seem a little flimsy and can flex during use which I find annoying. I suspect that if you want ultra precisely sharpened drill bits then there are probably better built machines. But the cost/quality ratio is about right for me.
DD750 fits the bill for me.
I have replaced the diamond wheel once.
Cheers,
Simon
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28th Nov 2020, 11:46 PM #5Gear expert in training
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29th Nov 2020, 05:01 AM #6Most Valued Member
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Correct, it is a good skill to have.
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29th Nov 2020, 07:03 PM #12Senior Member
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Can these drill doctors be set up to sharpen sheet metal & flat bottom drills or are you limited to the usual angles?
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29th Nov 2020, 07:14 PM #13Most Valued Member
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You're limited to the usual angles, as far as I'm aware.
KrynTo grow old is mandatory, growing up is optional.
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29th Nov 2020, 08:07 PM #14Senior Member
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I just watched a video on using one of these things. The cost for a start is frightening for what isn't much more than a toy. Sharpening drills correctly really is easy and quick. Don't waste your money but spend 5 minutes on a lesson with someone who knows what they're doing.
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30th Nov 2020, 08:23 AM #15Senior Member
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drill grinder again
Hello to all.
If anyone is interested in a good drill grinding attachment I suggest Hemingway kits in the UK. They sell a kit for the Potts jig for 65 pommy pounds. It adjusts for different diameter drills buy placing the shank between 2 fingers to set the size. This controls the extension past the pivot point. 4 facet and split points can be ground with a simple jig I showed in a previous post. Just angle iron and a bracket and the results are certain.
Regards
BC
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