How to calculate the projection as a function of bevel angle for LN Honing Guide

[Thomas Wilson]

I want to apologize to the forum for posting something that caused controversy. In particular, I apologize for responding directly to most people and answering their objections and criticisms of my post. I held my ground. This served only to continue the controversy, I should have let their and my posts stand on their own merit. That is what I will do in the future. If you ask me to clarify something I will try to answer. A question mark will be my cue to respond.

[Greg Parrish]

I want to apologize to the forum for posting something that caused controversy. In particular, I apologize for responding directly to most people and answering their objections and criticisms of my post. I held my ground. This served only to continue the controversy, I should have let their and my posts stand on their own merit. That is what I will do in the future. If you ask me to clarify something I will try to answer. A question mark will be my cue to respond.

Thomas. Don't get bent out of shape over it. I think its great that you figured out the math equation. Mind you, I still contend I may need my teenager to help me understand it. LOL Some healthy debate and argument is good for a family, even a Sawmill Creek Family. If everyone thought alike and did things the same way, we would never get anywhere new. I personally do not know enough about sharpening to truly make use of your formula, so I'll personally stick to the basic LN provided measurements, but I did save a copy of the math so that one day I can refer back to it if needed. Cheers and again chin up. Greg

[Tom M King]

I think it was all fine. Someone may have even learned something along the way.

[mike stenson]

I want to apologize to the forum for posting something that caused controversy. In particular, I apologize for responding directly to most people and answering their objections and criticisms of my post. I held my ground. This served only to continue the controversy, I should have let their and my posts stand on their own merit. That is what I will do in the future. If you ask me to clarify something I will try to answer. A question mark will be my cue to respond.

I don't think you did a thing to apologize for Thomas. It seems that pretty much anything around here can be suddenly controversial. More over, I think that a free exchange of ideas is healthy. I also believe that questioning things and disagreeing with thoughts are a fundamental part of that. Unfortunately, things generally devolve into patronization and outright derision far too often.

[Thomas Wilson]

I don't think you did a thing to apologize for Thomas. It seems that pretty much anything around here can be suddenly controversial. More over, I think that a free exchange of ideas is healthy. I also believe that questioning things and disagreeing with thoughts are a fundamental part of that. Unfortunately, things generally devolve into patronization and outright derision far too often.

Thank you Mike for responding. I was indeed concerned for you. The thread went off the rails and your reaction was undoubtedly shared by many. It caused me to review my posts and to consider how I might have contributed. I found that I had responded when no response was required. That is what needed apology. For certain, my feelings were not hurt then or now.. Please stay and contribute. You are a valuable member.

[Jim Koepke]

I want to apologize to the forum for posting something that caused controversy. In particular, I apologize for responding directly to most people and answering their objections and criticisms of my post. I held my ground. This served only to continue the controversy, I should have let their and my posts stand on their own merit. That is what I will do in the future. If you ask me to clarify something I will try to answer. A question mark will be my cue to respond.

Thomas. Don't get bent out of shape over it. I think its great that you figured out the math equation. Mind you, I still contend I may need my teenager to help me understand it. LOL Some healthy debate and argument is good for a family, even a Sawmill Creek Family. If everyone thought alike and did things the same way, we would never get anywhere new. I personally do not know enough about sharpening to truly make use of your formula, so I'll personally stick to the basic LN provided measurements, but I did save a copy of the math so that one day I can refer back to it if needed. Cheers and again chin up. Greg

I don't think you did a thing to apologize for Thomas. It seems that pretty much anything around here can be suddenly controversial. More over, I think that a free exchange of ideas is healthy. I also believe that questioning things and disagreeing with thoughts are a fundamental part of that. Unfortunately, things generally devolve into patronization and outright derision far too often.

Thomas, maybe I should apologize to you if my responses caused you pain.

In open discussions there are going to be many thoughts that do not always align. This is especially true when it comes to the topic of sharpening.

Stay the course, for many mathematical equations can an exciting passion. In my college days they excited me. Now that I'm an old fart, not so much.

jtk