Yes it is sharpening day in the shop, in preparation for class next week. While no one likes to sharpen, it is an evil necessity. While I was trudging along I began to wonder how others sharpen and what systems they might use.
I recently checked where the blog is being read and it amazed me that so many people from all over the world have been giving it a look, Vietnam, really? So what sharpening system/s do you use? If you would be so kind as to leave a brief comment, here on the blog, about the system/s you use and why it works best for you, I would be curious to see the different opinions.
~ Ray Schwanenberger
I use a Tormek, worksharp, Arkansas stones and DMT. It depends on the need and the workload I have ahead of me.
ReplyDeleteI use Shapton stones (1000-5000-8000) on all my plane irons and chisels with no complaints.
ReplyDeleteI'm a lazy guy - I send the blade to be sharpened by a local guy, then use sandpaper/glass for final honing. And I do my best not to abuse the blades.
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