Tormek Gouge Jig

Tormek SVD-186 R Gouge Jig: Sharpen Every Gouge to the Same Edge, Every Single Time

Ever ground a favourite bowl gouge back to sharp, only to find it cuts differently the next time you sharpen it? When the shape shifts even slightly, the tool behaves unpredictably at the lathe, and your finish suffers for it. The Tormek SVD-186 R Gouge Jig puts a stop to that. It holds your gouges at an exact, repeatable shape and angle, so your tools cut the same predictable way each and every session.

Pair it with the water-cooled Tormek wheel, and you get a keen edge without the scorch marks, ready for whatever you turn next.

Key Features

• Handles a huge range of tools: Sharpens bowl gouges, profile gouges, V-gouges, carbide woodturning cutters and wood sculpting tools, so one jig covers most of your turning and carving kit.
• Exact repeatability with the TTS-100: The Turning Tool Setter dials in the precise shape and sharpening angle you want, so your tool performs identically every time you touch it up.
• Adjustable wing length: Vary the length of the gouge's wings to suit your turning style, giving you the profile that matches the way you work.
• Profile and recipe system: Follow Tormek's ready-made recipes or create your own, then record the settings on PL-01 Profile Labels and fix them to the tool handle for fast, foolproof repeats.
• Locking knob for full control: Lock the rotational movement to stay in command when sharpening V-gouges, or to grind a completely flat bevel on luthier knives with the MB-102 Multi Base and diamond wheels.
• Water-cooled, slow-rotating grinding: The wheel is gentle on carbon steel and removes the risk of overheating, so your delicate edges keep their temper.

Ideal For

• Woodturners sharpening bowl gouges, profile gouges and carbide cutters to a consistent edge.
• Carvers and wood sculptors shaping curved or bent tools and V-gouges.
• Turners who want exact repeatability and a documented recipe for each favourite tool.
• Anyone re-profiling a new tool who wants fast steel removal followed by a fine Tormek finish.

Specifications

• Sharpens: Bowl gouges, profile gouges, V-gouges, carbide woodturning cutters and wood sculpting tools.
• Setting tool: TTS-100 Turning Tool Setter for exact shape and angle.
• Adjustability: Variable wing length and adjustable profiles (recipes).
• Rotational control: Locking knob for fixed or free movement.
• Machine compatibility: Tormek T-4, T-8 and older models.
• Pre-2001 machines: Fit an XB-100 Horizontal Base for edge-trailing sharpening.
• Bench grinder use: Fit the BGM-100 Bench Grinder Mounting Set for heavy re-profiling.
• Included accessory: Special shaft for mounting carbide woodturning cutters.
• Not compatible with: M10 (edge-leading setup uses the universal support in the horizontal position).

A quick tip: when you re-profile a new tool, do the heavy steel removal on a bench grinder with the BGM-100, but keep a light touch so you never burn the edge. Once the rough shape is there, switch to your Tormek machine and let the water-cooled wheel bring it to a fine, lasting sharpness. Best of both worlds: fast shaping and a flawless finish.

Ready to sharpen every gouge to the same reliable edge, session after session? Add the Tormek SVD-186 R Gouge Jig to your cart today and craft with confidence.