Product: Hand Tools: Tuning and Using Chisels, Planes and Saws (2006)
Rating: 5.0
Concise Instructions on Video
As a progressing woodworker, I have been dreading the sharpening tasks in my shop. Past experiences with sharpening ended with so-so results, at best. I have read a number of articles, all explaining the necessity to use 4 or 5 stones/grits of paper and strops. I have been reluctant to make this investment and couldn't believe that so many different steps were required. I now know that this is not necessary. In this DVD, Frank explains what he is doing as he is doing it - with a reasonable amount of equipment. His technique and the results are clearly shown. Nothing beats SEEING the process. My next attempt at sharpening a chisel ended with super results! I am actually looking forward to putting an edge on all of my chisels and planes. I recently bought an old worker plane that needs cleaning and sharpening. Frank has included in this DVD detailed steps for me to follow. I also feel confident that I can successfully sharpen my dovetail saw. I only wish he had included info on table saw and band saw blades. I have always been reluctant to purchase "how to" videos for fear of it not being detailed enough for me to actually find useful. Not the case with this one. This was one of the best purchases for my shop that I have ever made. If you have never quite gotten the results that you think you should from a freshly sharpened tool, then I encourage you to give this video a chance.