Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System with Woodturning Sharpening Kit

Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System

Professional Sharpening System for Woodturning & Woodworking Tools

The Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System is a professional-quality sharpening solution designed for woodturners, woodworkers and craftsmen who need fast, accurate and repeatable sharpening. Designed and manufactured in the UK by Robert Sorby, the ProEdge uses a precision abrasive belt system to produce consistently sharp cutting edges while removing minimal material from your tools.

Available as the standard Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System or with the Woodturning Sharpening Kit, this versatile system can be configured to suit everything from general woodworking tool maintenance to regular sharpening of specialist woodturning tools.

Unlike a conventional bench grinder, the ProEdge uses an abrasive belt that provides a cooler grinding action, helping to reduce the risk of overheating the cutting edge. Combined with its adjustable sharpening platform and extensive range of compatible jigs and accessories, the ProEdge makes it easier to achieve accurate bevel angles and repeatable results.

Choose Your Robert Sorby ProEdge

ProEdge Sharpening System: An excellent choice for general woodworking and sharpening applications, providing the core ProEdge machine ready for use with a wide range of woodworking and woodturning tools.

ProEdge with Woodturning Sharpening Kit: Ideal for woodturners who want a more complete sharpening setup, combining the ProEdge machine with additional sharpening equipment specifically selected for maintaining common woodturning tools.

Why Choose the Robert Sorby ProEdge?

• Professional abrasive belt sharpening system
• Designed and manufactured by Robert Sorby in the UK
• Suitable for woodworking and woodturning tools
• Fast, accurate and repeatable sharpening
• Cooler grinding action than many traditional bench grinders
• Helps reduce the risk of overheating cutting edges
• Precision adjustable sharpening platform
• Quick and easy abrasive belt changes
• Wide range of abrasive belts available
• Compatible with Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening jigs and accessories
• Suitable for reshaping, sharpening and honing
• Minimal material removal helps extend tool life
• Heavy-duty construction suitable for regular workshop use
• Compact design suitable for home and professional workshops

Ideal for Woodturning Tools

The Robert Sorby ProEdge is particularly popular with woodturners because it makes maintaining consistent tool profiles considerably easier. Woodturning tools often require frequent sharpening, and repeatedly reproducing the same bevel by hand can be difficult.

With the appropriate ProEdge jigs and accessories, the system can help maintain consistent bevel angles on tools such as bowl gouges, spindle gouges, roughing gouges, skew chisels, scrapers and parting tools. This allows woodturners to spend less time setting up their sharpening equipment and more time at the lathe.

For customers primarily purchasing the ProEdge for woodturning, the ProEdge with Woodturning Sharpening Kit provides an excellent starting point for creating a dedicated woodturning sharpening station.

Suitable for a Wide Range of Tools

The versatility of the Robert Sorby ProEdge means it is not limited to woodturning tools. Depending on the jigs and accessories fitted, it can be used to sharpen and maintain a wide variety of cutting tools including:

• Bowl gouges
• Spindle gouges
• Spindle roughing gouges
• Skew chisels
• Parting tools
• Woodturning scrapers
• Bench chisels
• Mortice chisels
• Plane irons and blades
• Carving tools
• Drawknives
• HSS woodturning tools
• Carbon steel woodworking tools

Cooler Abrasive Belt Sharpening

One of the major advantages of the ProEdge sharpening system is its abrasive belt design. Traditional grinding wheels can generate considerable heat at the cutting edge, particularly when reshaping or sharpening harder tool steels.

The moving abrasive belt helps dissipate heat while sharpening, reducing the likelihood of excessive heat building up at the cutting edge. This is particularly beneficial when sharpening high-quality HSS woodturning tools where maintaining the hardness and condition of the cutting edge is important.

Repeatable Sharpening Angles

Consistency is essential when sharpening woodworking and woodturning tools. Constantly changing the bevel angle can alter how a tool behaves and can also remove unnecessary material.

The ProEdge's adjustable platform and compatible sharpening jigs make it easier to reproduce established sharpening angles time after time. Once the required setup has been established, tools can be returned to the same position for quick touch-ups, helping to maintain a consistent cutting profile throughout the life of the tool.

Quick Belt Changes

The Robert Sorby ProEdge uses interchangeable abrasive belts, allowing the sharpening system to be quickly adapted for different jobs. Coarser abrasives can be used when reshaping or repairing an edge, while finer belts can be used for sharpening and refining the cutting surface.

Changing belts is quick and straightforward, making the ProEdge an extremely versatile sharpening machine for workshops using a variety of different tools.

Built for the Workshop

Designed for both enthusiastic hobbyists and professional craftsmen, the Robert Sorby ProEdge combines robust construction with a relatively compact footprint. It can be permanently installed as part of a dedicated sharpening station while taking up considerably less space than many larger sharpening systems.

Whether you are maintaining a collection of woodworking chisels or regularly sharpening woodturning tools throughout the day, the ProEdge provides a dependable and efficient way to keep cutting edges performing at their best.

Robert Sorby ProEdge for Beginners

The ProEdge is also an excellent sharpening system for woodturners and woodworkers who are less experienced with sharpening. Maintaining the correct angle freehand on a conventional grinder can take considerable practice, whereas the ProEdge platform and available jigs provide greater control and repeatability.

This makes the system suitable for beginners looking to develop good sharpening habits as well as experienced turners who want to improve the speed and consistency of their sharpening process.

Why Buy Your Robert Sorby ProEdge from Tools & Timber?

Tools & Timber specialises in woodworking, woodturning and sharpening equipment, supplying genuine Robert Sorby tools and accessories to customers throughout the UK. Our team has extensive experience with specialist woodworking products and is available to help if you need advice when choosing your sharpening equipment.

• Genuine Robert Sorby products
• UK woodworking specialists
• Competitive UK pricing
• Fast UK delivery
• Expert product knowledge
• Friendly customer support
• Secure online ordering

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Robert Sorby ProEdge used for?

The Robert Sorby ProEdge is an abrasive belt sharpening system designed for maintaining woodworking and woodturning cutting tools. It can be used for reshaping, sharpening and refining cutting edges.

Is the Robert Sorby ProEdge suitable for woodturning?

Yes. The ProEdge is particularly well suited to woodturning and can be used to sharpen bowl gouges, spindle gouges, roughing gouges, skews, scrapers, parting tools and other turning tools when used with the appropriate setup.

What is the difference between the standard ProEdge and the ProEdge with Woodturning Sharpening Kit?

Both options use the same Robert Sorby ProEdge sharpening machine. The Woodturning Sharpening Kit option includes additional sharpening equipment aimed specifically at woodturners, making it a convenient choice for customers building a dedicated woodturning sharpening setup.

Can the ProEdge sharpen woodworking chisels?

Yes. In addition to woodturning tools, the ProEdge can be used for sharpening woodworking tools including bench chisels, mortice chisels and plane blades with the appropriate setup.

Is the ProEdge suitable for HSS woodturning tools?

Yes. The Robert Sorby ProEdge is particularly well suited to sharpening HSS woodturning tools. Its abrasive belt system provides efficient sharpening while helping to manage heat at the cutting edge.

Is the Robert Sorby ProEdge suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its adjustable platform and range of dedicated sharpening jigs make achieving repeatable bevel angles easier than many traditional freehand sharpening methods.

Order Your Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System

Whether you are looking for a versatile sharpening machine for your woodworking workshop or a dedicated system for maintaining your woodturning tools, the Robert Sorby ProEdge Sharpening System offers excellent precision, repeatability and versatility.

Choose the standard ProEdge Sharpening System or upgrade to the ProEdge with Woodturning Sharpening Kit to create a sharpening setup tailored to your workshop.