Tag Archives: chisel sharpening
How I Sharpen
There is no “right” way to sharpen hand tools, but there are a lot of wrong ways. My own sharpening regimen has developed serendipitously, but it fulfills the essential requirements of a good sharpening routine: It is simple. It is … Continue reading
Posted in Wood and Woodwork
Tagged Arkansas stone, chisel sharpening, diamond stone, how to sharpen, plane sharpening, Sharpening, strop
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The Hand-Cranked Grinder: Overcoming Five Challenges
Not long ago, I picked up an old hand-cranked grinder, and I have been slowly learning to use it. (I can’t find a manufacturer’s name anywhere.) I had been using an ancient belt sander for assorted grinding tasks, but it … Continue reading
Posted in Tutorials
Tagged bevel angle, chisel sharpening, grinding, grinding wheel, hand-cranked grinder, Sharpening, wheel dresser
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