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Honing and Sharpening Tools & Systems

Sharpening systems provide guided jigs and fixtures to hold blades at the correct angle during honing.  Systems like the Tormek and Work Sharp combine grinding wheels with honing guides and leather strops for repeatable, razor‑sharp edges.

What’s the difference between honing and sharpening?
Sharpening removes material from a dull edge to create a new, sharp cutting edge, while honing refines and polishes an already sharp edge, improving smoothness and prolonging sharpness between sharpenings.

What types of honing and sharpening systems are available?
Options include traditional whetstones, diamond stones, guided sharpening systems, honing guides, strops, and powered sharpening machines. The best choice depends on the type of blade and the level of precision required.

How do I know if my tool needs honing or full sharpening?
If the blade still cuts but feels slightly rough or drags, honing is usually enough. If it struggles to cut, slips, or has visible nicks or dull edges, a full sharpening is needed.

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Tormek | Accessory, Short Tool Jig Attachment, SVS-38 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Accessory, Short Tool Jig Attachment, SVS-38 - BPM Toolcraft
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Tormek | Accessory Short Tool Jig Attachment SVS-38

Tormek

    The Tormek SVS-38 Short Tool Jig Attachment is a superb upgrade on the previous model SVS-32. It can handle tools up to 38mm wide as long ...

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R 515.00 - R 515.00
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Tormek | Bench Grinder Mounting Set, BGM-100 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Bench Grinder Mounting Set, BGM-100 - BPM Toolcraft
R 1,945.00 - R 1,945.00
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Tormek | Bench Grinder Mounting Set

Tormek

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you could use your Tormek Turning Tool Jigs on your bench grinder? Now you can! With the ...

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Tormek | Replacement Parts, SuperGrind Stone, 200mm x 40mm, SG-200 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Replacement Parts, SuperGrind Stone, 200mm x 40mm, SG-200 - BPM Toolcraft
R 2,500.00
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R 2,450.00

Tormek | Replacement Parts SuperGrind Stone 200X40mm SG-200

Tormek

   The Tormek SG-200 SuperGrind Stone has evolved over the years to offer the best combination of efficient steel removal, smooth surface finish, ...

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R 2,500.00
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Tormek | Replacement Parts, Universal Support c/w Micro-Adjust, for T7, US-105 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Replacement Parts, Universal Support c/w Micro-Adjust, for T7, US-105 - BPM Toolcraft
R 875.00 - R 875.00
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R 875.00
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R 875.00

Tormek | Replacement Parts Universal Support c/w Micro-Adjust for T7 US-105

Tormek

    The Tormek US-105 Universal Tool Support for your T-7 can be a very useful addition, allowing quick interchange between the horizontal and...

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Tormek | Replacement Parts, Horizontal Base, for Universal Support, XB-100 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Replacement Parts, Horizontal Base, for Universal Support, XB-100 - BPM Toolcraft
R 565.00 - R 565.00
R 565.00
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Tormek | Replacement Parts Horizontal Base for Universal Support XB-100

Tormek

   With the Tormek XB-100 Horizontal Base for the Universal Support, you will have better control when sharpening turning tools and carving to...

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Toolcraft | Sharpening Stone Holder - BPM Toolcraft
R 499.00
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R 429.00
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Toolcraft | Sharpening Stone Holder

Toolcraft

Sharpening Stone Holder Sharpening Stone Holder 139 - 229mm. Works With Most Standard Size Water Stones, Oil Stones and...

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R 429.00
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Tormek | Replacement Parts, EzyLock Shaft System, for T7 & 2000, MSK-250 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Replacement Parts, EzyLock Shaft System, for T7 & 2000, MSK-250 - BPM Toolcraft
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Tormek | Replacement Parts EzyLock Shaft System for T7 & 2000 MSK-250

Tormek

   The new Tormek MSK-250 EzyLock Shaft System Kit includes a self-tightening knob to secure the grindstone. No tools are required and you ...

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Tormek | Extended Universal Support

Tormek

Extended Universal Support for sharpening long tools, such as long knives, cleavers and machetes. Micro adjust with scale for precise setting...

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Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Extra Fine 1200 Grit, DE-250 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Extra Fine 1200 Grit, DE-250 - BPM Toolcraft
R 6,250.00 - R 6,250.00
R 6,250.00
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Tormek | Diamond Wheel Extra Fine 1200G DE-250

Tormek

   The new Tormek Diamond Wheels offer an exceptional durability plus the ability to sharpen on the side as well as the periphery. The new ...

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Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Fine 600 Grit, DF-250 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Fine 600 Grit, DF-250 - BPM Toolcraft
R 6,250.00 - R 6,250.00
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Tormek | Diamond Wheel Fine 600G DF-250

Tormek

    The new Tormek Diamond Wheels offer an exceptional durability plus the ability to sharpen on the side as well as the periphery. The new diamon...

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Tormek | Accessory, Japanese Waterstone, 4000 Grit, 200mm x 40mm, SJ-200 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Accessory, Japanese Waterstone, 4000 Grit, 200mm x 40mm, SJ-200 - BPM Toolcraft
R 6,450.00 - R 6,450.00
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Tormek | Accessory Japanese Waterstone 4000 Grit 200mm x 40mm SJ-200

Tormek

    The Tormek SJ-200 Japanese Waterstone is 4000 grit and will deliver excellent results. Because this waterstone  is made to create th...

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Tormek | Woodturners Sharpening Kit TNT-808 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Woodturners Sharpening Kit TNT-808 - BPM Toolcraft
R 7,050.00
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R 7,050.00
R 6,499.00
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Tormek | Woodturners Sharpening Kit

Tormek

  This kit contains everything you need to shape and sharpen all your turning tools, including two patented jigs (works like three!), a radiused l...

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R 6,499.00
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Veritas | Sharpening Jig for Two-Part Router Plane Blades - BPM Toolcraft
Veritas | Sharpening Jig for Two-Part Router Plane Blades - BPM Toolcraft
R 119.00
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R 119.00
R 89.00
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R 89.00

Veritas | Sharpening Jig for Two-Part Router Plane Blades

Veritas

    Veritas has become a leader in product development, more than meeting the needs of discerning woodworkers. The Veritas team combine talent wit...

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R 119.00
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R 89.00
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R 89.00
Tormek | Replacement Parts Profile Record Label Set - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Replacement Parts Profile Record Label Set - BPM Toolcraft
R 95.00 - R 95.00
R 95.00
R 95.00
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R 95.00

Tormek | Profile Record Label Set

Tormek

  The Tormek PL-01 Profile Label Sets are for your bowl gouge, spindle gouges and your skews Simply record your settings on these label...

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R 890.00
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R 880.00

Tormek | Knife Angle Setter

Tormek

Set the exact sharpening angle for any type of knife With the KS-123 Knife Angle Setter you set the exact sharpening angle for virtually any...

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R 890.00
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Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Coarse 360 Grit, DC-250 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Diamond Wheel, Coarse 360 Grit, DC-250 - BPM Toolcraft
R 6,290.00
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R 6,290.00
R 5,899.00
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Tormek | Diamond Wheel Coarse 360G DC-250

Tormek

   The new Tormek Diamond Wheels offer an exceptional durability plus the ability to sharpen on the side as well as the periphery. The new diamond...

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R 6,290.00
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R 5,899.00
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Tormek | Replacement Grindstone, Blackstone Silicon, 250X50mm, SB-250 - BPM Toolcraft
R 4,630.00 - R 4,630.00
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R 4,630.00
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R 4,630.00

Tormek | Replacement Grindstone Blackstone Silicon 250X50mm SB-250

Tormek

   The Tormek Blackstone Silicon has been developed for shaping and sharpening high-speed steel and exotic alloyed steels.  It can also touch...

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Drill Doctor | Sharpener 2.5-13mm DDXP-I - BPM Toolcraft
Drill Doctor | Sharpener 2.5-13mm DDXP-I - BPM Toolcraft
R 3,948.23
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R 3,079.00
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R 3,079.00

Drill Doctor | Sharpener 2.5-13mm DDXP-I

Drill Doctor

The Drill Doctor XP sharpens standard twitch and masonry bits from 3/32" to 1/2" (optional 3/4" chuck available. Sharpens to a 118 degree point ang...

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R 3,079.00
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DMT | Waveâ„¢ Diamond Sharpener, Extra-Fine WAV-E - BPM Toolcraft
DMT | Waveâ„¢ Diamond Sharpener, Extra-Fine WAV-E - BPM Toolcraft
R 1,599.00
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R 1,599.00
R 1,052.00
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R 1,052.00

Dmt | Waveâ„¢ Diamond Sharpener, Extra-Fine Wav-E

DMT

     The uniquely designed Diamond Wave is the first diamond sharpener to combine convex and concave abrasive surfaces Affording longer sharpening ...

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R 1,599.00
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R 1,052.00
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Tormek | Replacement Honing Wheel, Leather, 145mm x 26mm, LA-145 - BPM Toolcraft
R 1,055.00 - R 1,055.00
R 1,055.00
R 1,055.00
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Tormek | Replacement Honing Wheel Leather 145X26mm LA-145

Tormek

     The Tormek Replacement Leather tyre Honing Wheels gently remove the burr which develops during grinding. When used with a dab of Tormek H...

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Tormek | Replacement Stone, Supergrind, 250x50mm, SG-250 - BPM Toolcraft
R 3,950.00
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R 3,895.00

Tormek | Replacement Stone Supergrind 250X50mm SG-250

Tormek

   The Tormek Original Grindstone has evolved over the years to offer the best combination of efficient steel removal, smooth surface finish, ...

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R 3,950.00
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R 1,089.00
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R 1,089.00
R 899.00
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R 899.00

Multi-Sharp | Whetstone for Chisels, Knives, Scissors & Planer Blades

Multi-Sharp

Whetstone for Chisels, Knives, Scissors & Planer Blades Stone & tool kept constantly cool Burning & loss of hardness of tool edge...

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R 1,089.00
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R 1,089.00
R 899.00
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R 899.00
Tormek | Accessory, Upgrade Kit for SVD-180 - BPM Toolcraft
Tormek | Accessory, Upgrade Kit for SVD-180 - BPM Toolcraft
R 599.00 - R 599.00
R 599.00
R 599.00
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R 599.00

Tormek | Accessory Upgrade Kit for SVD-180

Tormek

   The Tormek SVD-005 Upgrade Kit is designed to bring the older standard Tormek SVD-180 up to the specification of the SVD-185. Included in ...

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R 599.00 - R 599.00
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R 669.00
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R 669.00
R 499.00
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R 499.00

Multi-Sharp | Drill Bit Sharpener 3-13mm & Flat Chisels

Multi-Sharp

 Drill Bit Sharpener Our drill bit sharpener accurately grinds correct tip angles and restores sharp-as-new cutting edges to the following drill...

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R 669.00
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R 669.00
R 499.00
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R 499.00