speartip knives
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I'm interested in what kind of precautions or equipment everyone uses that may add to their safety? Since I sliced a piece of my finger off while polishing I made myself an aluminum holder for my knife while polishing.
I have a tip nobody has mentioned: You can be as safety conscious as possible but if someone comes into the shop and startles you bad things can happen. I have instructed the family that if I am running a machine leave me be. If I am working on a sharp blade DO NOT tap me on the shoulder. Even the grandkids know that if a machine is running - stay away. These rules help to keep me AND innocent bystanders safe.
I have a tip nobody has mentioned: You can be as safety conscious as possible but if someone comes into the shop and startles you bad things can happen. I have instructed the family that if I am running a machine leave me be. If I am working on a sharp blade DO NOT tap me on the shoulder. Even the grandkids know that if a machine is running - stay away. These rules help to keep me AND innocent bystanders safe.
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I now wear a base ball cap when using the Grizzly because I accidentally sanded my forehead a little one day.
I have a tip nobody has mentioned: You can be as safety conscious as possible but if someone comes into the shop and startles you bad things can happen. I have instructed the family that if I am running a machine leave me be. If I am working on a sharp blade DO NOT tap me on the shoulder. Even the grandkids know that if a machine is running - stay away. These rules help to keep me AND innocent bystanders safe.
I will post a picture soon. Thanks for all the input .I think you guys have all covered it. With lack of a local outlet for a good leather apron, I purchased a welders jacket I wear when in the shop. It seems to work pretty well for protecting me from sparks when grinding and heat from the forge. When doing heavy grinding, I not only wear safety glasses, but also a full face shield. If I'm taking off alot of stock with a 60 grit belt, I find that safety glasses just aren't enough protection. I also always cover my head with a hat or bandana (hot sparks hurt when they hit a bald head).
I know I was joking around alot in my initial response to your post, but I really would like to see your holder you built for when you are polishing blades.
Gut reaction is to try and catch a dropped or falling knife. Train yourself to let it go.
Gut reaction is to try and catch a dropped or falling knife. Train yourself to let it go.