Tormek T-8 Drill Bit Sharpening Kit — Complete Water-Cooled Sharpening System
Are your drill bits dulling too fast, drifting off center, or leaving rough, uneven holes in your work?
What if you could bring every bit back to a clean, predictable cutting edge whenever you need it without guesswork or overheating the steel?
Meet the Tormek T-8 Drill Bit Sharpening Kit, your new partner in restoring accurate geometry and dependable cutting performance.
With the T-8 and DBS-22, you get water-cooled grinding, stable support, and repeatable settings that help your bits cut cleanly time after time.
When your bits hold a true edge, drilling feels smoother, more controlled, and easier on both your tools and your material.
Get Accurate, Repeatable Edges for Every Drill Bit in Your Shop
This system is a practical fit for woodworkers, metalworkers, machinists, and anyone who wants steady, predictable drilling performance across their full range of bits.
Restore Worn or Damaged Drill Bits with Precision
The DBS-22 attachment gives you full control over point angle, relief, and geometry, allowing you to rescue dull or chipped bits and bring them back to clean, accurate cutting performance. Every edge comes out consistent, sharp, and ready for real work.
Water-Cooled Sharpening That Protects Your Steel
The T-8’s slow-speed, water-cooled wheel prevents overheating and preserves the hardness of your drill bits. You avoid blueing, brittleness, and premature wear while creating edges that stay sharper for longer.
A Complete System for Repeatable, Workshop-Ready Results
With the SG-250 grindstone, LA-220 leather honing wheel, angle guides, and the T-8’s stable platform, you get a full sharpening workflow that produces consistent results across all your edge tools. It’s a dependable setup that reduces waste, improves accuracy, and keeps your tools performing at their best.
What's Included
What's included? Tormek T-8 Drilling Kit
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Tormek T-8 Original — The core water-cooled sharpener for consistent results.
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KJ-45 Centering Knife Jig — Centers most knives for even bevels.
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KJ-140 Wide Centering Knife Jig — Adds stability for wider or flexible blades.
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SVM-00 Small Knife Holder — Holds short and small knives securely.
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SVX-150 Scissor Jig — Aligns scissors for clean, controlled sharpening.
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SVA-170 Axe Jig — Supports axes for safe, even bevels.
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SVS-38 Short Tool Jig — Steadies short chisels and carving tools.
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TC-800 Tormek Case — Stores and protects your jigs.
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HTK-00 Storage Tray — Keeps small accessories organized.
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TTS-100 Turning Tool Setter — Sets repeatable angles for turning tools.
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MH-380 Machine Cover — Shields the T-8 from shop dust.
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LA-120 Profiled Leather Wheel — Hones curved and shaped edges.
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TC-800 Tormek Case (Second) — Extra storage for growing kits.
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TNT-00 Storage Tray — Organizes turning-tool accessories.
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SVD-186 R Gouge Jig — Sharpens gouges with repeatable profiles.
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SVS-50 Multi Jig — Works with skew and multi-edge tools.
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SVD-110 Tool Rest — Flat support for freehand sharpening.
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SVH-320 Planer Blade Attachment — Holds planer and jointer blades straight.
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DBS-22 Drill Bit Attachment — Restores drill bits 7/64”–7/8” with controlled geometry.
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RB-180 Rotating Base — Rotates the machine for easy grinding and honing.

Specs
Specifications — Tormek T-8 Drilling Kit
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Manual: For setup, operation, and maintenance, we recommend reviewing the manual. It offers clear guidance and practical tips for getting the best performance from your Tormek system. View Manual
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Grindstone Diameter: 10"
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Grindstone Width: 2"
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Honing Wheel Diameter: 8 3/4"
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Honing Wheel Width: 1 1/4"
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Motor: Industrial AC motor, 115V, 60Hz
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Operating Speed: 90 RPM
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Dimensions (L × W × H): 13 1/2” × 10 5/8” × 12 5/8”
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Weight: 31 lbs
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Shaft: Stainless steel with EzyLock
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Compatible Drill Bit Sizes (DBS-22): 7/64”–7/8”