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OverviewFinally, a sharpening book that keeps it simple: there's no 'right' way to sharpen; only your way. In this complete guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about the many methods, tools, and accessories for successful sharpening so you can confidently select the one that works best for you. And, for inspiration, you'll get a look at the sharpening stations of some of the top craftsmen, including Sam Maloof, Norm Abrams, and James Krenov. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John EnglishPublisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Imprint: Fox Chapel Publishing Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 0.757kg ISBN: 9781565233096ISBN 10: 1565233093 Pages: 144 Publication Date: 01 May 2008 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsTakes the guesswork out of sharpening. -- Woodshop News Woodworker's Guide to Sharpening, by John English, takes the guesswork out of sharpening. Readers will learn every method of sharpening, so he or she can choose the technique that best fits their style. To create practical and creative ideas for designing their own sharpening station, readers are treated to an inside look a the setups of some of America's top professional woodworkers. Readers will learn sharpening safety, the characteristics of steel, the difference between stones: bench, water and oilstones, diamond and ceramic sharpeners, the ins and outs of sandpaper, sharpening angles, bevels and jigs and about sharpening machines. English has been a cabinetmaker and furniture builder since the early 1980's. Author InformationJohn English is a contributing editor of Woodcraft Magazine and a former editor of Today's Woodworker. His work has appeared in numerous woodworking magazines, including American How-To, Fine Woodworking, and Woodshop News, and his syndicated how-to and home repair columns have appeared in newspapers across the United States. He is the author of The Building Buddy, Toys & Accessories, Woodworking Essentials, and Workshop Projects. He lives in Casper, Wyoming. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |