Getting a Chisel Scary Sharp - Essential Woodworking Skills

[@katzmosestools]

Man Glitter Mafia - All tools linked in description.

[@taylorschmid]

Katz-Moses Woodworking Shop the link for the polishing compound is going to the water stones instead.

[@katzmosestools]

@@taylorschmid thanks. Fixed

[@farmersinsured8664]

So much for no slip mat

[@PlinkyVR]

That's how the Mafia works

[@fionafiona1146]

I like girl glitter too but my glitter could use a new box 😉

[@connorcunningham2647]

Top quality info “lubricate after 30 or so strokes” I shall keep that in mind

[@RodGibsonAcousticGuitar]

Dunno if I should LOL at this brilliant comment.

[@BaoCypher0912]

now I know how to sharpen my chisel thank to youtube. along with wiping window, fixing pot holes and more

[@hugoakerlund5114]

You didn't know how to wipe windows before?

[@AGH331]

I hope you learnt the pot hole lesson from Ron Swanson.

[@cplcombat]

No BS, hands down the most realistic and informative sharpening video. Thanks not sure why everyone else makes it so extra.

[@tonylittleification]

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

[@BiggMo]

Jonathan - one thing I value about your videos is the inclusion of the oopses. We all make them, it’s nice to know I’m mot the only woodworker that occasionally has a ‘learning experience’. My Dad once said - “learn from others mistakes, life’s not long enough to make them all yourself” -

[@steh8217]

So true.. i now know not to leave a bucket of water right next to me on the work bench 😁 And i never did test chisels on my arm.. but now im definitely not gonna 👍

[@davidgonsalez4415]

“I just want you to know, you’re the best” 😂😂😂 I love it!!

[@OneMHz]

Another pro tip: a non-slip mat works better when it’s not on top of a slip-prone one! 😘

[@katzmosestools]

Hahaha yep. Was trying to protect my nice Bench. Regretted it

[@oldoutdoorsguy1157]

@@katzmosestools "Was trying to protect my nice Bench" Uh, yeah, so how's that workin' for ya?? What I see is a planned project that simply was not yet completed, why not put a piece of that perforated shelf liner BETWEEN your rosin pad or whatever it's called and your "nice bench"?? It looks like the stone is holding fine to the perforated liner, and the liner is holding fine to the pad under it. You would have made an impression if you went to the last step and finished the job instead of doing a test trial before you started this half baked video. As soon as that pad moved the first time you pushed, I saw that coming. Been there and done that too, ..... but I was a young and restless beginner when that happened to me ...... just sayin'

[@katzmosestools]

Man, Old OutdoorsGuy, you're a dick... just sayin'

[@etazza1092]

I hope I die young so I'm not old n bored like that fucking geezer. Guy wrote a story about fuck all

[@pattyofurniture100]

I always wonder why know-it-alls watch how-to videos....

[@lbernholz]

Best video of sharpening and I’ve watched ‘ em all

[@FranksDIY]

Looks like I'm going to have to buy some good chisels and sharpening accessories to go with that jig of yours. Great demo and explanation Katz

[@frankstalteri972]

I purchased that jig. It's great. Also then purchased Norton water stones and been sharpening my old chisels. I don't have a strop yet. Thanks for a good video.

[@JonnyBuilds]

You're such a good teacher! Now I know how wrong I've been sharpening mine...

[@katzmosestools]

Hahaha thanks bud!

[@chinzillalove]

Hi

[@JrMedieval]

man i love coming back to watch this video, just enjoy watching you sharping those chisels

[@Tlloyd56]

I now know why my dad was so pissed when I chipped his chisel back in high school

[@daedulsworkshop]

You'd have known it then if he'd have made you fix it. Missed learning opportunity and chance to develop a skill.

[@sathancat]

I appreciate the lil things you keep in your videos :)

[@johnjohnson8448]

Dude, you look like a normal person showing normal people how to razor sharpen there tooling. Thanks

[@just_jeff4839]

"I just want you to know, you're the best" LOL less than 1 minute in and the video is already worth it

[@manifestgtr]

Two things to add here (great video, man) First, I remember the exact moment my sharpening went from frustrating to repeatable and consistent...it was when I realized I was using too much pressure. Too much pressure (especially if you’re free handing) adds variables in motion and it limits how sharp you can truly get your chisel. Second...and this is more important than you think. Pro wood workers don’t obsess over sharpening. They develop their technique, then do it only when necessary. I think the internet has allowed the proliferation of detail obsession among amateurs in any given field. You tend to develop this belief that “such and such detail” is the reason the pros are so much “better than me”. In this case: look at that incredible detail and ease with which he works! He MUST have tools that are like, ten times sharper than mine! That’s not necessarily true. He’s been at this for years and years...his technique is phenomenal and it allows his creativity to flow. Just some food for thought...these are “101 level” skills. If you spend too much time here, you’ll neglect “201” and so on...

[@SonsOfThunder229]

Exactly, how do you think these guys did it 400 years ago making the same joinery and much finer furniture? Ive been lapping the back of my chisels with 1000 grit, and sharpening the bevel with 1000 grit, and it cuts just fine. Ps, i have whet stones from norton to shapton glass stones, trend diamonds etc. i find myself using the 1000 grit nortons the most.

[@islandfantasy5931]

I love sharpening my knives and chisels. It's soothing

[@bored.in.california2111]

Now I can sharpen the chisel that I don't own to work on the projects that I'm too lazy to have. Thanks KZbin.

[@photon2724]

i dont even have a woodwork shop and got this recommended. But this is pretty good knowledge for the future when i actually get one.

[@k3l0gg24]

I just want you to know, you're the best. The shade. That was hilarious.

[@RonAday]

Johnathan has some of the best how-to videos out there. These guides are invaluable to someone just getting started.

[@brickdaddiy]

I've gotten my chisels sharp, aiming for super sharp, but never considered going for scary sharp..

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Scary sharp lets the tool edge cut with supreme ease, VERY high control of your cutting, shaving, and planing. Its really amazing. I grew up in woodworking family, but they never got to this level... I finally did about 20 years ago and it was like ALL NEW experience using the same old heirloom tools. Too bad my dad passed away not knowing about “scary sharp” sharpening.. He would have loved the results.

[@bruceparks3124]

I just go for "Moochie Bueno" sharp.

[@apistosig4173]

@@jenniferwhitewolf3784 hey - we get very used to the characteristics of our tools. Personally, my chisels, planes and handsaws are my favourite tools. I only ever use an oil stone and oil (or spit) and I may be touchin' 'em up quite often I got used to the manner in which they function. Diamond stones have not been around for ever and old tradesmen, such as I am sure you dad was, did exercise their craft with at least as much majesty as their modern day counterparts. No doubt about that. Having watched this video however does have me reappraising my methods :-)

[@simonvanderschoot2447]

Jennifer WhiteWolf jj

[@bensdad0101]

I had to go to my safe place, I got so scared.

[@cadeleavitt1126]

“I want you to know you’re the best” hahaha.... Priceless brother! Very true.

[@Jake-lr7bv]

I refuse to believe you could throw in that many "just the tip" and "strokes" in one video on accident. Gave me a chuckle. Excellent video, I look forward to the next. Innuendo filled or not

[@katzmosestools]

THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID!

[@PH1N0]

You forgot the lubricant :D

[@twodogzdogue8710]

Haha, you young fellas! 🤣

[@HowIDoThingsDIY]

I need some scarry sharp chisels! Thanks for the tips!

[@stuffdudesbuy]

"you're the best" LOL, oh I'm crying over her.

[@jeremybroshear1237]

Just got some used beaver chisels, off marketplace and got the glass and paper from Lee valley, looking forward to sharpening tonight after the minis are in bed

[@blakewood5271]

I don’t even have a chisel lol Edit:first top comment thanks a lot guys! Still dont have a chisel thou

[@katzmosestools]

hahahaha

[@chair362]

me neither, nor do i do wood work....just seen this and thought "huh, how would i sharpen my chisel"

[@banmanb]

Go buy one at a garage sale and sharpen it

[@blakewood5271]

banmanb i dont have the tools to sharpen it lol

[@sralius9450]

@@chair362 me either I dont do any woodwork, this popped up in my dash and was honestly an interesting watch

[@danmottesheard5294]

I have been skipping the stopping but after seeing this realize I should put it back in my routine. thanks for the details

[@danmottesheard5294]

stropping

[@skinnyweather]

I appreciate this video and your useful instructions. Just a note: this would be a lot more helpful if you had a good macro lens to produce super close-up shots of the micro-bevels. Many beginners haven't really seen a proper bevel before, and it's difficult to describe without a nice visual. Just for what it's worth!

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks bud. My patreon is linked above if you want to contribute towards new equipment.

[@damianainscough]

I was going to subscribe until I read the uploader's response. The suggestion from Patrick was only aiming to improve. The response is unnecessarily sarcastic.

[@katzmosestools]

@@damianainscough that was not sarcastic. Seriously, producing free content is not cheap. This video cost about 400 dollars to produce without figuring in equipment, rent, tools etc. A macro lens is 1200 dollars. I appreciate constructive criticism but that's like saying, "you'd be a better woodworker if you bought a 12" jointer." That being said if you don't appreciate sarcasm and off color humor you will not be missed. Take your subscription over to woodworking for mere mortals.

[@damianainscough]

@@katzmosestools 👍 Will do.

[@UndieingLust]

@@katzmosestools " Take your subscription over to woodworking for mere mortals." Can't tell if that was a jab at WWMM..

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Definitely making note of this video for future reference. Marked all the links for the tools so that I can work toward getting these. Would like to work more with chisels... but mine are SO DULL! Thanks for sharing this.

[@lowlight1063]

nobody: KZbin Algoritms: YOOOO DAWG I SEE YOU WANNA KNOW HOW TO SHARPEN THOSE CHISEL DON'T YOU?

[@JackHGUK]

lowlight strangely I do....

[@lowlight1063]

@@JackHGUK well thats why this person has subscribers

[@santisanz9474]

But u watched the video so I guess the algorithm worked

[@lowlight1063]

@@santisanz9474 well i was making a joke obviously, i myself into those kind of things

[@jacksonhammonds6212]

I mean, I clicked on it

[@jonknight8974]

Great video, awesome advice, I will try this method, thanks!!!

[@Ryanhelpmeunderstand]

You sir are a character!

[@TruthBombzz]

Pro tip put some of that non slip mat under the rosin sheet too😂😂😂. Cool vid and thanks you.

[@TheSeanbooth89]

“All that matters is just the tip” 😂😂

[@michaelreyes464]

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[@A2DaddyO78]

Love the pro tip! Ha! Oh and "You're the best!" I was cracking up on that!

[@katzmosestools]

bahahaha

[@joeemenaker]

Here’s another tip. After you hone the bottom side of your chisels to a mirror finish, you might want to ease the bottom/side edges with a stone because, even though they’re right angles, they can still be sharp enough to slice up the fingers you’re using to guide the chisel (which I learned the hard way).

[@brandontheisen6568]

By far the best sharpening video on KZbin, thank you.

[@jasonantigua6825]

I normally use a screwdriver to chisel things out!

[@avrumisolaimani8546]

same well now i have 1 chisel at home but i’m in school 9 months a year so back to the screwdriver

[@craigallan8667]

Thanks for taking the time to share. Love the videos.

[@andrewweier2229]

It was so scary sharp I couldn’t watch

[@nathang9644]

I was in my highschools woodwork class for a semester and honestly, I feel like I'm back in there again

[@incognitotorpedo42]

At least your high school had shop. Kids today are denied.

[@silvermediastudio]

His non-slip pad needs a non-slip pad so his non-slip pad don't slipppp. (Ain't no party like a west coast party 'cause a west coast party don't stopppp)

[@RR-ho3td]

Man, that Key & Peele skit replayed in my head

[@BradySzabo]

the grinder looks like an easy way to slip and get hurt. awesome video.

[@joshuas1767]

No freehanding with an angle grinder?

[@katzmosestools]

hahahaha

[@paulhouchen9010]

Belt sander works better

[@Docstantinople]

He probably too scared. If ya scared go to church. 😂

[@dharmabob2]

A great bit of advice, clear and well delivered. Thanks. Greetings from Spain!

[@ryanh4136]

Yay! I'm the best!!!! ...at making my chisels sharp freehand at slightly unrepeatable but hopefully good enough angles. =p Ironically, the best way to get that good angle is with a guide the first time, then freehand sharpen "closely" to that angle. So regardless, this video will help most people get started, at least! It's really not that hard to get good, but takes a patience and practice to get great at, so I'd still recommend using a guide for beginners. Good to get going fast and learn to love woodworking THEN get your mad sharpening skills after you're hooked! ;) I find it's well worth learning at some point since the longest anything usually takes in woodworking is prep and setup, so you really can save a lot of time touching up your chisels freehand without making a big issue fussing with guides to get things absolutely perfect. Sharp is the goal, the angle isn't all that important at that small scale of error. Regardless, really enjoyed the video; very well done! It's obvious you take pride in your work.

[@davetaylor2088]

Brilliant video mate - thanks!

[@MosquitoMade]

You should sharpen freehand! Unless you get good results with a jig! :-P I do both, get similar results with each. If people ask how to sharpen, I say "Until it's sharp". Who cares how you get there, sharp is sharp, and sharp is good :-)

[@blatrug]

Wow

[@andrewvitale7128]

Thanks for the lesson,I've learned more in this video then I've ever done guessing.

[@jamesowen889]

I work for Stanley Black and Decker, I will definitely be upgrading to the DeWalt soon.

[@rokzavrl8411]

Make bathroom mirror with this sharpening

[@MrSteamDragon]

Interesting to note the final strop with the compound made such a dramatic difference. Was already achieving ‘very sharp’, but felt there was more to be had. Now I can take my edges to the next level. Thanks.

[@thepurdychannel8866]

It must be sharp if it can create shavings from end grain like that

[@chemcorps272]

Straight forward and to the point. Great video!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Thanks for sharing. I'm broke as he'll and have beaters and fine working chisels. Why risk damage to your fine edged chisels with beating applications? My beaters are tang-through plastic-handled Lowe's bought Stanley chisels, better steel than my fine edged Aldi's bought chisels (same ones Paul Sellers uses and recommends).

[@erictroutman1571]

Thanks for the vid. Helpful for those of us a bit intimidated by the whole sharpening process.

[@katzmosestools]

My absolute pleasure!

[@aeneas266]

I just want to let you know you're the best. LMAO

[@katzmosestools]

Hahahaha

[@motosnape]

I loved that comment, too😂. Fair play, it seems to have silenced that mob a little bit.

[@katzmosestools]

@@motosnape had to get out ahead of that one hahahaha

[@richhubert1260]

Trolling the trolls!

[@Vancleave79]

kill em with kindness homie

[@ehsanarabzadeh6497]

fantastic, thank you bro!!🔥

[@DaStig]

You would be surprised when it comes to chisels. I have this one chisel, cheap plastic handle, it's a d.i.y throw away disposable. Ive tortured it. I've broke bricks with it holding it length ways. Ive used it as a crowbar, I have literally used it as a boslter/cold chisel. smashed window frames out using it on frame fixings. The handle is shite but the metal is top quality.

[@birdfluh5090]

your attention to detail is so pleasing to watch haha

[@reforzar]

I’m the best?! Thank you!

[@hermangonzalesg5947]

Since I read *TopFineWoodworking. Com* , I think nothing will ever surpass it as an outstanding woodworking book. The book consists of attractive images as well as drawings and also reader-friendly text. I consider this book a "must have" since it supplies a broad range of information on just about everything working with woodworking and does it quite well.?

[@kylewillms5133]

It’s nice to be able to sharpen on the fly. For all those that are daunted (by free hand), just go for it. You would have to go thru an absurd amount of metal before your chisel is truly ruined. It’s not a difficult skill to pick up. My humble suggestion... -Sharpen/maintain by hand (takes 2 minutes) -Save the guide for re-beveling and major restoration (takes... an ordeal)

[@_ClericalError_]

@@kylewillms5133 Also it isn't all that important for the angle to be "consistent" because you will eventually come out of square or have too much to quickly sharpen off even with a jig. Edge tools will always need to eventually have their primaries reground. As you say that is when the jig is useful, other than that, I'm with you, just go for it. Took me a couple afternoons to be able to shave my face with my plane blades. ;-)

[@wb_finewoodworking]

You have a very interesting sharpening procedure. It’s amazing how many different ways people sharpen.

[@snikrepak]

That's the genius, many ways to reach the same target.

[@timothyball3144]

I keep looking at the price of tools and see $50-$100 and think, "eh, that's not too bad. Then I start adding up things and wonder how much I could make as a male prostitute.

[@77Avadon77]

You'll have "stiff" competition. 🍆 Lol

[@marko176schneider5]

Super Video.Danke!

[@Goodwithwood69]

So this is what hawkeye was doing after avengers!

[@OEF_Vet_0331]

Great video sir, thank you

[@rhaz5348]

I didnt know Jimmy Kimmel had a woodworking channel!

[@TheBehemoth-zd5vf]

Brooo i was boutta say the same thing!!!!

[@darkg8635]

Lol snap

[@InterWebGuy99]

I love my chisels. Now I can start taking care of them. Appreciate the very clear and detailed step-by-step instructions. Thanks for taking the time to put this out there.

[@profgenk4376]

Some ppl do 60, but im a 30 guy. I did lose count tho 😂

[@bstortford196622]

Nice job. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

[@opsman0848]

You almost sound like jack black

[@shaneknerr7030]

Not even close

[@tomwillshaw2808]

It’s the 1st of January, I’m sat in my bedroom, alone, at 1:33 in the morning, watching how to sharpen a chisel.

[@theessexhunter1305]

How about putting the water in a hand spray ......just saying

[@boyscout419]

This is a skill I've put off learning/trying for too long. Your excellent instruction has put me over the edge, so to speak! I'll get on it! Thanks!

[@katzmosestools]

very punny!

[@colinhawkins8265]

Here's a dumb thing I did the last time I sharpened one of my chisels. The tool was new, so I was really going in on it to get the back flat. I was using it to chisel something soft like pine and really wanted a good edge. After I got done sharpening (bevel and back) I started chiseling again. My hand was choked up on the end of the chisel and I ended up with a cut from a cutting edge I created (by accident?) where the back meets the side. I didn't know that could happen. Did I do something wrong, or is that just something that can happen with certain chisel shapes?

[@katzmosestools]

Happens to me all the time hahaha

[@colinhawkins8265]

@@katzmosestools nice to hear I'm not alone 😁

[@SmallWorkshopGuy]

Been there done that

[@TheUnijacker]

I've done that. just rub the sides with some 220 grit sandpaper when you're done sharpening. 1-2 light strokes is all it takes.

[@colinhawkins8265]

@@TheUnijacker I'll be doing that. Getting blood on your project is obnoxious.

[@fee6153]

I have to reiterate here. You really are an excellent teacher! Thank you!

[@TriggeredWorkz]

Now I wunna buy a chisel. And I dont even know how to use a chisel

[@mauriceryton]

Your opening comment about the freehand sharpening guys was too funny.

[@sashalo1194]

Thanks Jimmy Kimmel!

[@Superabound2]

He sounds literally NOTHING like Jimmy Kimmel

[@dubtownman9508]

Who knew Jimmy Kimmel was on the tools , moonlighting as a chippy

[@suhermantjahyadi7361]

Thanks mr sharp , good video ...

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

Yes, essential skill for chisles and planes. After learning for my wood tools, I have gotten into Japanese cutlery, and use sharpening skills there. If you like to learn blade sharpening, check out ‘burrfection’ on youtube. This fellow is right on.. Get some good stones and learn.. its very rewarding to use tools you tuned up yourself. That Veritas jig is great.. It works perfect every time.

[@undrachevr]

+1 on burrfection, that guy has great information on sharpening and sharpening accessories.

[@malcolmfunnell4501]

Free hand , your the best , killed it 😂😂😂 legend

[@katzmosestools]

Hahaha

[@csabagrill4128]

why is this in my recommended?

[@savannah9620]

Csaba Grill Same but by watching this it will cause more of these in ur recommend so next time to stop getting these is to just not watch it lol

[@theendofthestart8179]

more like why did i watch the whole thing

[@xenonram]

Someone's trying to make a man out of you.

[@dmj24u37]

Yeah same

[@oldoutdoorsguy1157]

@@xenonram That must be the reason, 'cause it sure didn't reflect much about shop safety and hints and tips ... or tips and strokes .... or, uh, oh just forget it .....

[@StuffUCanMake]

Cool video! May you have a Happy & Prosperous New Year.

[@Static22chip]

i thought it was whetstone >_>

[@R_Carter03]

I did too

[@doubledtdorrell]

It is. Wet and whet are different words. Whet is a verb meaning "to sharpen by rubbing on something." A whetstone can be a water stone, oil stone, or diamond stone.

[@Charlie-pk6lj]

You are the first person I have seen that knows how to sharpen with leather I learned this method back in the 60's from of all people a barber. Nice to see a young person using it.

[@junkname9983]

why windex? it's not really a lubricant

[@katzmosestools]

Most lubricants have wax but windex completely evaporates without leaving a residue

[@heyimamaker]

I always struggled with the "lubricant" when sharpening. Mainly what the Windex does is floats the metal out of the pores of the stone preventing it from clogging up. When I googled it, I came up with Honing oil ( not always oil ) on Wikipedia

[@nicholasharris1301]

Yeah, window cleaner definitely works. I use it daily and it works better than you would imagine.

[@iggy8702]

You need a liquid that won't rust the metal plate that the diamonds are attached to. You can add HoneRite to water but many people use Windex.

[@bruceparks3124]

No, it's not much of a lubricant, but it sure gets rid of the dead bugs.

[@DIY_Dad_Pat]

Chisel will get sharpen on TUESDAY thanks for sharing the tips

[@katzmosestools]

Sweet!

[@allanwickard4680]

I used this method recently and it WORKS!!! Thanks, Jonathan!

[@belessobvious7808]

Thanks for the tips.

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

Yeah, you should sharpen free hand. And YES, I am the best, since you said so. I just forget about sharpening every now and then and need a refresher. Help me, CAT ("Katz"), you're my only hope. I see you got that holster for your square. Looks good on you, 007. Personally, I wear mine under my arm pit - hurts when I move but look so cool.

[@TylerAFE]

I just want you to know, you’re the best @katz-moses woodworking shop

[@katzmosestools]

Hahaha thanks bud

[@jamesdonnelly8888]

Awesome masterclass on chisel care. Thanks.

[@CreatiXx]

i've got no clue if you will read this but i've got to compliment you on your camera quality! It is great image quality and love that you film in 4K! Also, you film really awesome angles and it is nice to see a channel where the person does not need to be in the center of attention, just the hands itself is plenty and gives the viewer a better insight in what you're explaining and showing. Great work!

[@WoodWorkLIFE]

Great video John! I dig it!

[@WoodWorkLIFE]

Exact same as my sharpening technique except I strop differently.