Sharpening

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

If you use hand planes then you need a mill bastard metal file.  Use this file on new planes to ease the plane edges and remove any burrs left by t...

  The Lutz® No. 10 File Cleaner restores your file grooves to clean cutting capacity. The cleaner’s sharp steel bristles dig into and quickly remov...

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

I recommend and use 300 / 1000 grit, double-sided, diamond stones as an essential part of my tool sharpening method.  Our diamond stones use only h...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

Shapton Ceramic HR Glass Stones are the finest man-made ceramic water stones….period! This is based largely on two properties - the speed at which ...

The Shapton heavy stone holder provides a stable base to hold Shapton's GlassStone Ceramic Waterstones.  It is made of rubber and glass so it can b...

For those who are looking for the ultimate in a lapping plate, and are willing to pay the cost, then the Shapton Diamond Lapping Plate is what you ...

When I discovered CBN grinding wheels it was a game changer for me.  They are such an improvement over ceramic stone grinding wheels that its almos...

When I discovered CBN grinding wheels it was a game changer for me.  They are such an improvement over ceramic stone grinding wheels that its almos...

Some grinders create a little side to side movement when using the 8 inch CBN wheel due to seating problems against the the shaft shoulder near the...

This stainless steel bushing allows you to use our 8 inch or 6 inch CBN wheels on grinders that have 1/2 inch shafts.  Most 6 inch grinders come wi...

The most innovative technique in plane sharpening over the last 30 years is the "ruler trick" by my good friend, David Charlesworth. Traditionally,...

Honerite Gold is a universal grinding, honing and lapping additive that makes water non-corrosive. I always add Honrite Gold to my water when I fil...

Don't you just hate it when your spritz bottle won't work?  It can be so frustrating.  Never fear - The world's Best Spritz Bottle is here! Jake Co...

Sharpening your plane blade is the most important skill for a handtool woodworker.  I have taught thousands of students my freehand (no jig needed)...

When using a grinder to put the primary bevel on your blades, as I do, you need a jig that allows you to set the grind angle.  Teaching a seminar a...

Camellia oil is a favorite traditional tool treatment among woodworkers preventing corrosion  A special blend oil, made with natural camellia and l...

These are awesome metal tool cleaning and polishing blocks. I always have a few around the shop.  Their uses are endless but I mainly use them like...

These are awesome metal tool cleaning and polishing blocks. I always have a few around the shop.  Their uses are endless but I mainly use them like...

These are awesome metal tool cleaning and polishing blocks. I always have a few around the shop.  Their uses are endless but I mainly use them like...

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

Finding quality files for sharpening hand saws is a big challenge.  The problem is that most companies that made quality files in the past, now out...

The Shapton Sharpening Pond is a heavy duty, glass and rubber "pond" designed to hold traditional water stones in a bath of water as they need to b...