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Clever jig sharpens bandsaw blades in place
November 23, 2022

Brian Newell came up with his own jig that will save plenty of money on blade sharpening and replacement.
Workshop tip: Brass angle bar is another option for back-beveling
August 31, 2022

The angle stock is an alternative to the metal ruler technique, and hooks nicely over the edge of the stone.
Workshop tip: Hold a ruler with rubber bands when back-beveling blades
August 24, 2022

This simple solution makes sharpening a breeze.
Low-Angle vs. Standard-Angle Spokeshaves
June 2, 2022

The key to success with a spokeshave is understanding the cutting angles and how they work.
Workshop tip: Quick way to sharpen a wheel-type marking gauge
March 24, 2022

Use a drill press and a small diamond honing plate.
Sharp blades start with a flat back
October 25, 2021

You'll never experience the upside of a super-sharp blade if you don't put in the time on the backside.
Sharpening Gouges and Other Curved Blades
October 25, 2021

Bob Van Dyke demonstrates a cool tool that helps him get curved blades sharp without much fuss.
Sharpening a plane blade
October 25, 2021

Bob Van Dyke demonstrates how he sharpens his plane blades and gets back to work without skipping a beat.
Relieving the corners of a plane blade
October 25, 2021

Bob Van Dyke sharpens his plane blades with a subtle camber on the edges of the blade, allowing him more control with his handplanes.
Hollow grinding tips and techniques
October 25, 2021

Bob Van Dyke heads to the grinder to demonstrate how he adds a hollow grind to his blades and how he keeps from burning the blade in the process.

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