Sharpening 101

Description

Sharpening is without a doubt one of the most important woodworking skills that a furniture maker can have in their repertoire. A sharp tool makes for easier and safer usage and can save time in the long run. Sharpening can seem like a chore but this course walks through the steps so that it can painlessly become part of your process. Learn about the parts of the chisel, bevel angels, sharpening stones, hollow-grinding, and different jigs in this Sharpening 101 course.

• Section 1 – The Chisel
  • Lesson 1.1 – Introduction
  • Lesson 1.2 – Parts of the Chisel
  • Lesson 1.3 – Angles and their Uses
• Section 2 – Sharpening Stones
  • Lesson 2.1 – Types of Stones and their Characteristics
• Section 3 – Flattening
  • Lesson 3.1 – Why is Flattening Important?
  • Lesson 3.2 – Flattening your Stones
  • Lesson 3.3 – Flattening the Back of your Chisel
• Section 4 – Types of Bevels
  • Lesson 4.1 – Types of Bevels
• Section 5 – Hollow Ground Bevels
  • Lesson 5.1 – Tormek Sharpening Systems
  • Lesson 5.2 – Bench Grinder
• Section 6 – Bevels with a Jig
  • Lesson 6.1 – Primary Bevel
  • Lesson 6.2 – Secondary or Micro-Bevel
• Section 7 – Honing: The Sharpening Process
  • Lesson 7.1 – Introduction
  • Lesson 7.1 – Freehand Honing
  • Lesson 7.2 – Honing with a Jig
• Section 8 – Final Notes
  • Lesson 8.1 – Using a Strop
  • Lesson 8.2 – Oiling your Tools