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How to Sharpen a Twist Bit
March 1, 2009

QUESTION: My father gave me several old twist bits. They're dull, but otherwise in good shape. How can I sharpen them? Warren Foley, Reno, NV ANSWER: You can sharpen a…
How to Crown a Plane Iron
February 26, 2009

Adding camber on a plane blade can prevent unsightly ripples in a workpiece.
Pencil and Paper
December 1, 2008

Work precisely by using these simple tools in unconventional ways
How to Sharpen Chisels With Nonparallel Sides
November 1, 2008

QUESTION: I have a few large mortising chisels that taper from the bolster to the cutting edge. Unfortunately, my honing guide requires the chisel to have parallel sides, or the…
Sharpening Quick Tips
September 23, 2008

If you use an oil- or waterstone for sharpening, here are a few tips that help suspend the sharpening shavings in the slurry, speeding and improving the sharpening process. First,…
Quick Tip: Protect Machine Blades from Nicks
July 17, 2008

I inspect my lumber before I run it through the jointer or planer, looking for any grit or metal. So I was surprised to suddenly get a chip in my…
Speedy Freehand Sharpening
June 16, 2008

Basic tips to maintain a bevel angle and cut your honing time in half
Cut Your Honing Time in Half
June 4, 2008

Freehand technique is much faster than jigs and guides
Grind Perfect Edges Without Burning
May 1, 2008

In just seconds, get a tool ready for honing
Tool Review of the Veritas – Camber Roller Assembly for the Mk.II Honing Guide
May 1, 2008

The new cambered roller for the Veritas Mk.II honing guide lets you put a slight curve on a plane blade

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