Sharpening Jig Plan – Hand Plane Blade Sharpening Guide

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Overall Beginner woodworkers and carpenters in Japan start by practicing sharpening over and over. As Lincoln once said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Both Japanese woodworkers and Lincoln recognize that sharpening preparation is the most important task. However, I do not recommend spending too much time on sharpening. Instead, use a jig to quickly and accurately make a sharp edge. This jig is specifically designed for sharpening plane blades. It can be made from very inexpensive materials, yet it offers sufficient functionality even when compared to high-end jigs. In fact, I believe the blade clamping method surpasses that of premium tools. Using a well-sharpened blade will dramatically improve your woodworking skills, and at the same time, I promise it will greatly increase your enjoyment for woodworking. Watch the jig in action → Included Knowledge in the Plan Guidelines for achieving functional precision Jig setup for sharpening to the exact target blade angle What angle should the cutting edge be set to? Show more