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Dec 07
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Class: Sharpening: Chisels and Plane Irons

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Date(s): Saturday, April 30th. 9am – 5pm.

Cost: $180

Instructor: Andy Glenn

Class Description: Keeping tools sharp is a critical aspect to hand woodworking and one that effects the results we achieve with the cutting tools. Sharpening is a skill consistently put to use. Since tools dull as we use them, it is best to frequently sharpen them. The more tools are used, the more sharpening necessary.

In this one-day class, we will cover the most common methods and approaches to sharpening chisels and plane irons. You’ll leave this session with sharper tools and the knowledge and confidence to sharpen the tools in your kit going forward.

Lunch provided.

Tool Kit: Please bring your chisels and plane irons. We’ll discuss and diagnose older tools. Bring newer tools as well….they frequently need sharpening before use. If you do not have tools but would still like to attend, we will have extra tools around the shop to borrow and practice with for the day.

Sep 18
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Class: Andy Glenn – Sharpening Chisel and Plane Irons

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Andy chiseling

April 18, 2020

Andy Glenn

Sharpening: Chisels and Plane Irons

$150 (total cost including instruction and materials)

Description:

Using hand tools is a wonderful experience but dull tools can be a bummer.  It saps the fun (and results) from using the tool. And if you use hand tools, or desire to in the future, then the ability to sharpen is a must.

The goal for this one-day class is to develop the skills to quickly and consistently bring a sharp edge back to a dull tool.  A sharper plane iron means cleaner shavings and a fine edge on chisels leads to crisper cuts and more control of the tool. Sharp edges are also safer than dull ones, as it’s much easier to push a freshly tuned chisel through wood than it is a dull one.

Please bring in your dull chisels or planes.  We’ll primarily focus on chisels and plane irons during the class, though the techniques and principles are relevant for other cutting tools as well (heck, bring your other cutting tools in – we’ll take a look at them and diagnose how to sharpen or rehab them).

A fully catered lunch is included and served every day and drinks and snacks are provided all day. Please let us know in advance of any special dietary needs. It is a good idea to make your lodging reservations well in advance.

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