Woodworking Tools Tips

Cabinet Scrapers

The key to getting a great edge on a cabinet scraper is the file you use to establish the cutting edge. You need a mill smooth file and most suppliers will only have bastards. However, they are just too rough for this fine cutting tool. (Eric Mook, Lombard Store Manager)

Sharpening

When sharpening chisels and plane irons, don't forget to address the backs. 70 percent of your time should be spent on the front bevel, and 30 percent on the backs. This will ensure that both surfaces meet perfectly to create a razor sharp edge. (Eric Mook, Lombard Store Manager)

Hand Planes

The best tune-up you can do to your hand planes is to wax the bottoms. You don't believe the difference it makes! (Eric Mook, Lombard Store Manager)

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