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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…
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,…
Grind Perfect Edges Without Burning
May 1, 2008

In just seconds, get a tool ready for honing
Sharpening: Different Bevel Angles
March 28, 2008

Yes, but you need not be obsessed with precise bevel angles. Part seven of this 8-part series answering your questions about sharpening.
Sharpening: A2 vs. O1 Steel
March 28, 2008

The A2 steel has added chromium so it stays sharp longer. Part eight of this 8-part series answering your questions about sharpening.
Sharpening: Stropping Blades
March 28, 2008

How to give a freshly sharpened blade a final touch. Part six of this 8-part series answering your questions about sharpening.
Sharpening: Hollow Grind or Flat Grind?
March 28, 2008

The advantages and disadvantages of these types of grind, in part five of this 8-part series answering your questions about sharpening
Burnishing a Gooseneck Scraper
March 27, 2008

Putting a burr on a curve is a matter of knowing where to stop.
Sharpening: Honing Guides
March 27, 2008

An argument for using a guide to achieve consistent results, in part three of our 8-part series
Sharpening Curved Blade Edges
March 27, 2008

Bob Van Dyke shows how to sharpen gouges, sweeps, and other curved blade edges.

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