Sharpening: A Woodworker's Guide

Sharpening: A Woodworker's Guide

Sharpening: A Woodworker's Guide offers an in-depth look at one of the most vital aspects of maintaining a successful workshop: keeping tools sharp. This guide is essential for achieving top-quality results and is presented in an accessible format.

Target Audience: This book is designed for both beginners and experienced woodworkers. It is divided into three main sections: hand-sharpening, machine sharpening, and applying the theory in practice. Readers will learn about traditional sharpening techniques and tools, as well as the latest innovations for both hand and machine sharpening.

Topics Covered: The book covers various sharpening methods, including oilstones, waterstones, and diamond stones. It also discusses proper tool-holding techniques and the use of power grinders and grinding wheels. The use of jigs and tool rests is also explained.

About the Author

Randall A. Maxey has been involved in woodworking since he was old enough to lift a hammer. Born and raised in central Ohio, he owns a custom woodworking business called Cherry Ridge Woodworks. Additionally, he is the founder of MiniMaxWorkshop.com, which promotes the idea that great projects can be built in small spaces. Randall served as a senior editor for a woodworking magazine for ten years and continues to write and edit articles for various woodworking publications and organizations.

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ GMC Publications

Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 6, 2020

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Print length ‏ : ‎ 144 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1784944408

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1784944407

Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds

Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.2 x 0.6 x 10.7 inches