Sharpening Chisels & Plane Blades - Easy & Inexpensive - My Method

[@jamesmawhinney7691]

How incredible...exactly the explanation I wanted. In English. . With english suppliers.. don't you dare give up now I've found you. I'm of to tool station in the morning. It's never the money, it's where to get the right stuff. THANK YOU RAG

[@adamcharlottelotan4558]

Very well made tutorial, informative, practical & encouraging. Good balance between teaching the necessary, without unnecessarily "overloading" your audience... Thank you!

[@cavemanjohnnie]

Very good video, simplified sharpening process and not a bunch of "over engineering" the process. A lot of these videos show elaborate shops and high cost equipment, and I believe some do just to show off what they have....keep up the good work!

[@ianmcculloch8531]

Planning on buying one of those guides, you been a great help here. Cheers from South Australia

[@infinitevegan8034]

You are a professional in my eyes

[@jaynelipnikov1707]

Taken me 60 yrs to find this out. Thanks.

[@kierannolan8859]

me 58

[@waveydaveydiver]

Really good! Have sharpened all my chisels and a plane blade - scary sharp now 👍

[@orbepa]

I was really struggling to find a good video on the setup of the chisel on the honing guide. This was a brilliant find, simple and intuitive - I've ordered the bits and looking forward to giving it a try

[@jamesbean1311]

Thank you. I enjoyed watching your presentation which was first class in both style and content and gave me everything I need to know to begin sharpening chisels and blades. Your product recommendations were especially useful and will be acted upon. Jim Bean.

[@Datty77]

Great tip, and very cost effective! Thanks for sharing, and please share more like these in the future!

[@keysmac84]

Good, helpful and beats buying a bunch of expensive honing stones. Thanks

[@Jack-ws3os]

Great video. One of the easiest woodworkers to understand.

[@johnshares]

Excellent video, I never realised the final finish - polish- needed to be so clean. But the result you show proves the effort is worth it. Thanks from Australia.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Paul Sellers would say that 120 grit gives a perfectly good enough sharp edge in his sharpening videos... I'm sure he's right but I'm not anywhere near as experiences as he is - he is the master!

[@aaronunroe5267]

thanks for adding this, I'm getting into woodworking and it's good to see how to sharpen a blade on a budget

[@soamsurnane711]

Aaron Unroe if you can invest in some japanese waterstones easy to use and will last a long time (if handled with the appropriate care) this will actually be cheaper for you long term

[@jmwolve]

I'm struggling with sharpening my chisels and your vid is the best i have seen so far. I'm going to get one of those guides first off, then the rest of the items. Hope to get that nice mirror finish on my tools to.

[@aligra85]

I watched your clip and sorted myself out with a similar setup. Didn't have any green compound but metal polish worked just the same. Hardest part is setting the chisel true in the guide. Many thanks Mr Bone Brown.

[@andrewhoulihan7940]

Ive watched your videos on making stands for the dewalt table saw! Ill save this video!!

[@tonymcfeisty2478]

this video came up on rotation, always good to see what works for others, worked in metal finishing all my working life, I would add a stage after the green compound and use white/hifin, It is probably also worth buying a sharpening leather strop. I usually use a pine + leather strop, done properly you are talking razor blade sharp. but this video has reminded me I need to spend a morning sharpening my chisels so thanks youtube

[@michaellaing9955]

Great explanation and very helpful video, cheers for the advice, now I know where I've been going wrong! Will be trying this out very soon. 👍

[@gregdykes8832]

Excellent result, Speeding it up to keep us from getting bored really doesn't show how much effort went into your hard work. Who needs a gym

[@symonf1966]

Great videos, that was definitely well worth your time making.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Thanks

[@fredatric]

Very helpful thanks. Moving my hands that fast has reset my wristwatch to 100years in the future.

[@737ngxsim]

I love when youtuber provides links to products they are happy with even if affiliate, I have no problem with you making some extra money. I just ordered all 4 of them. Thanks for the tips

[@rickprice407]

Good video. I'd recommend securing the sandpaper so you don't round over the edges of the chisel and blade as a result. Also, just a hint, make a board with stop blocks set back from the edge the distance needed for each commonly used bevel angle. 25°, 30°, etc. Then just butt the edge of the guide to the edge of the board, push the chisel blade to the stop block, tighten and you're set. And check for a burr as you sharpen, a lot. Try some shapy on the bevel to see where you're shapening as well. Nice edge by the way.

[@d.k.1394]

Yes

[@tomellis4750]

Very good. You have well assimilated the teaching into a clear video. Like the use of the smart phone. Maybe put your washing up liquid/water mix into the bottle it came in or a spray bottle. Save on and off with the lid.

[@alexandredaubisse6726]

Thank you for the great tips and links! This video is a money saver.

[@lylekobberstad8571]

Great video and tips are always helpful. There are a lot of ways to do something and your way may just be the way for someone who has struggled with everyone else's way.

[@cliffsidehearthbreadcompan8625]

Well done! Informative and concise, thanks for posting

[@shaggyda2758]

My thoughts as well, a "no-bull" video! It was a great watch,thank-you.

[@78wesley]

good video mate well done, the polishing compound is what all the videos on tube need to get the best edge and you've achieved it.. well done....

[@hughanddana]

excellent content and presentation- exactly what I was looking for- well done!

[@lindahaman8435]

you put out great information which enables one to invest in some good quality tools while still within one's budget. Super. Lindalou

[@davidglaze1420]

NIce tips cheap and cheerful but effective, keep up the good work.

[@barryroberts6470]

Great Video on the sharpening process. One tip for you, instead of pouring the water/washing liquid onto your stone and drenching it, use one of those spray bottles that gardeners use to spray water on their plants. Get them from Wilkos or the £ shop and then you would get a nice spray on the stones. Just an Idea??? Thanks, Barry (from West Kirby, Wirral)

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+Barry Roberts great tip! Thanks Barry

[@JohnCul56]

Barry Roberts Really good clear video. Just get a spray bottle.

[@SomethingFromTheShed]

Nice video Mr Rnb Brown I can now sharpen my chisel and plain blade. thanks for putting this video up buddy.

[@brianwycherley3348]

Nice video. I've struggled to sharpen chisels i the past using a carborundum stone. This very practical guide was just wahat I needed. Great polishing stage - MDF instead of leather sounds much easier

[@thomask365]

very interesting. Will buy this stuff and get to it. Thanks

[@d.beaumont9157]

Excellent video, I'm going buy a diamond stone and give it a go. Cheers 👍

[@paulsmithies7620]

Interesting to see you set your chisels at 24.5, great video and for people like me on low budget, just got a 400/1000 stone, like the bench vice mdf, already use the compound

[@Cheninator96]

tip with your bottle or water and washing up liquid, make a small hole in the top which you can squirt it out of then you won't get took much out. nice vid👍

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Great tip! thanks

[@bobtolhurst7998]

Really good video. Well explained and simple to understand. Would be ok to miss out the rubbing compound that’s show room finishing. Keep them coming.

[@michellek5789]

I also use wet and dry paper. I'd recommend autosol instead of the green compound. Only £3.50 from wilko. There is also a uk company that sells wet and dry up to 7000 grit. I go through 3000,5000 and 7000 grit when polishing. Axminister also have self adhesive rolls for around £7 each which can be stuck to glass or mdf which are also quite useful they do 800,1200 and 2500. I'd be careful as I have had similar diamond plates and they do go out of flat quite quickly.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Thanks

[@d.k.1394]

How?

[@ksp1278]

Very good video. I didn't have a clue how to sharpen blades and have obviously been doing it wrong!

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@gorillapanic1095]

What is the purpose of buffing compound and do I need it

[@FigaroSaysHi]

Excellent-really helpful. Thanks for posting.

[@robertpatrene2540]

You did a great job , I will watch your video's in the future! I like the prices &sprouts you purchase.😜👍🇺🇸

[@rseabrease]

Excellent video - I really like this technique.

[@zerofox7347]

Definitely a great video, I'm amazed at the price of the buffing polish I've been paying a fiver for a bit the size of a school rubber!

[@RagnBoneBrown]

At least it lasts ages 👍

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@BookofIsaiah]

Very helpful video!! Thank you for posting this! I'd love to see more "tip" videos!

[@TheBookerstein]

Very good and simple

[@evelynwatson345]

Great tutorial.

[@frankingram3382]

Thanks for sharing I am new to sharpening and your method seamed a winner to me. I only have one stone, a diamond with 300 grit on one side and 1000 grit on the other. Should I get more? God Bless my friend.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+Frank Ingram I'd use that stone I'm sure it'll do just fine. Thanks

[@cynthiaprichard7241]

That's exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@chemcody5119]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing your method.

[@resultcarpentry5869]

Great method Kieth... 👍 Only difference for me - is my main diamond plate is a guaranteed flat surface (higher quality). and I only drag backwards on the polishing paste (thicker MDF-remains flatter too). Great video 👌🏼

[@thomashiggins1987]

Well done. Very instructional with affordable materials. Honing guide seem like it could be gotten cheaper.

[@SharpEdgeWoodworking-UK]

Cant argue with your method. Like another commenter mentioned...I use Autosol myself and it works great.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Thank you for the tip

[@frang7244]

Nice tips, sure to serve a novice like myself well...cheers.

[@Donegaldan]

Practical and well explained.

[@sacrajah]

Good demo! (Your bench moves along with chisels strokes)

[@gabrielpefcik570]

Good job great video simply to follow inexpensive way how to sharpen any edge tools I like that well done just let me point out I wouldn't be bothered using a main screw on woodworking vice when it has quick release mechanism in your case???? anyway thank you for sharing useful video.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+Gabriel Pefčík because the quick release doesn't work

[@MrApaHotel]

How durable is that diamond plate?

[@haroldbrown1389]

Hey Rag, I like ur system but it. won't work for me, as my hands just won't work that fast

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@haroldbrown1389]

Man u got some fast hands, I don't know what keeps the chisel from melting? I did enjoy the video and learned a few things. Thanks

[@flawless50]

Great to the point video ! Subscribed

[@sorornishicffbaddcde8567]

Great. Plain and clear. Not many videos on how to use that honing guide..... now, a video on sharpening a plane iron???

[@RagnBoneBrown]

It's exactly the same process

[@sorornishicffbaddcde8567]

@@RagnBoneBrown Yep, I guess so. It's just a case of getting the angle right on an old rounded-off edge.

[@travisradke9753]

Forgive my ignorance, but what purpose does the buffing compound serve? Is it purely aesthetic to achieve the mirror finish?

[@manny3549]

Excelent work! thank you!

[@a.maheswararao3865]

Your method is exllent! please show me,how am get the sharpening Jig?

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+a.maheswara rao there's a link in the description

[@athiqrahman818]

can you reuse the sandpaper? or do you have to throw it away after each use?

[@RagnBoneBrown]

You can reuse

[@andabien3]

Good explanation: nice and clear.

[@johnprice1105]

Like vid, man after my own heart except i get fed up before i get the mirror finish right the way across the surface, got to get a bit more patience lol i just watched stumpy nubbs talking about diamond stones think its just if you want to go steps further but apparently some fluids are to thick as they basicly fill the stones sharpening peaks up and i suppose sort of make the stone smooth, ( stumpy on diamond stones) if you haven't already seen it, but like you said your method works for you and so does washing up liquid for me too, and sometime i think thats sharp enough with an helping hand from an hammer (rough i know) lol, good to see someone else from the uk normally a lot from usa not that thier not good, keep vids up someone will always watch them and learn something i think the key is the explanation and vid quality and yours seemed bang on👍

[@pyrokiller4682]

I have a stone I got with a pack of draper chisels I have no idea on the grit I want to say 400 to 800/900 grit would this provide a serviceable edge ?

[@robinmarwick1982]

Great video thanks.......not too bothered about your t-shirt just wanted to learn how to sharpen a chisel thanks again

[@neilvirgo426]

ace videos, well explained and demonstrated.

[@xxwookey]

Very nicely done. Clear, complete, with links. I have a stone I acquired from an old shed. Anyone know how to find out what 'grit' it might be (doesn't say on the box, which looks 60s vintage). And do all stones need water/oil lubrication? It seems to work fine without, but perhaps this is a bad plan? I discovered that screwfix gadget earlier today - good to see how it's used and that it does the job. I've been hand-sharpening for years, which of course tends to produce a curved bevel and off-square end. I reckon it's time to spend a fiver and do it better.

[@simonbriscoe8324]

Hi Keith. I'm looking at buying the Faithful diamond sharpening stone which is 400/1000 grit. Would that be ok for my chisels/plane etc or is the jump in grits be too much? Would I need an inbetween grit before the 1000. Thank you

[@RagnBoneBrown]

I think it’d be absolutely fine 👍

[@simonbriscoe8324]

@@RagnBoneBrown Thanks for taking the time to reply, really appreciate it 😀

[@LogrusUK]

Thanks, Dude - I've been getting into woodworking over the past year or so and when my shed is done (few weeks) I might have to diversify my channel from Gaming to both! Subbed up - great video. Keep it up. And yes: do more tips! 😉

[@markhiscutt9879]

Hi, thanks for the informative video. I am very new to this and found your explanation on how to sharpen the chisels very helpful as I just brought a guide. Just a quick question do you need to do the final buffing stage? Thanks

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+Mark Hiscutt no you don't have to use the polishing compound you can get decent results without it

[@markhiscutt9879]

Thanks for the quick response. I have subscribed to your channel. This video was the easiest one for me to follow so thank you

[@Chris-yo4ks]

Nice video. When I sharpen my chisels or blades.....I always finish my polish on leather and alternate a back stroke for each side about 10-15 times. it will eliminate any bur....and they get so sharp that i get scared to test on shaving arm hair.....I once cut myself testing once....and only knew it cut because I could feel the drag of the blade....didn't feel the cut itself.....Anyway, I'm sure if you alternate back strokes on the MDF, you should get similar results.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+Chris Bruinsma thanks Chris. In my experience the chisel is the most dangerous tool in the shop... maybe it's just my poor technique though! I once went all the way through my finger and it created a flap of flesh that made me feel quite squeamish. It healed eventually, took about a month!! I just made a leather strop recently but not used it yet so will try it out soon!

[@Chris-yo4ks]

I know the feeling. I have had my share of slips that result in a few bandages.....no pain no gain, right??

[@sergiorioja7851]

Very useful video, thank you

[@2spoons]

Great tips - and thanks for the links much appreciated

[@fooman65]

How often would you need to do this?

[@mircea415ify]

Good job and thank you . Please never wear that white and black stripes t-shirt, ever ::)))))

[@gazzahj10]

I felt the same about the shirt.video was great tho.

[@mircea415ify]

Gaz Hughes :))

[@alangeorgebarstow]

They're not stripes, they're hoops. Stripes are vertical (on clothing), hoops are horizontal.

[@nathanreed3302]

I think he stole it from his girlfriend

[@james-jq8sk]

@@nathanreed3302 Borrowed...

[@saulsandey516]

Great informative video, thanks for making it.

[@handcraftedbyadam3737]

Can you recommended any other sharpening stones that are quite cheap.

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Sorry, I’ve only tried the ones I own

[@elizabethsuggs993]

Helpful to me. Thanks.

[@kevinjeffreys5075]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@gasperettiarts]

After some epilepsy caused by your tshirt, I enjoyed the video :D

[@RADCOMJ1]

my arm is not as hairy as your so how can I test the sharpness lol i think I have become obsessed with sharpening. I love the sound of that chisel on wood. Love your vids thanks bruv.

[@johnwareham8875]

Hi what's is the concentration of washing up liquid to water you use? Great video by the way 👍

[@RagnBoneBrown]

+John Wareham I use just a single squirt of fairy liquid in a big bottle

[@1973thebigd]

thanks for the tip keith do my stanleys now

[@gayeeckenrode8714]

It was excellent

[@spacial2]

Good video. Great explanation. Not sure what you use for those bursts of speed though. Can I get it on Amazon?

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Weetabix!

[@shaggyda2758]

LOL

[@pwrouzaud]

Very good video

[@murrmac]

Good video, but at the end, you should show how the edge fares when you pare the *end* grain of softwood ... that is the acid test of the sharpness of a chisel.

[@iancameron1915]

Great tip it would be good to see some other tips

[@DebsHill1]

Great tips

[@grahamrees5472]

Very good learnt a great deal

[@Gwynbuck]

I clicked on your link for 360/600 diamond plate and got this: TAIDEA 1000/3000 Grit Combination Corundum Whetstone Dual-sided Knife Sharpener Sharpening Stone for Kitchen Knives

[@ryanwiggin2616]

Where did you buy your chisels from

[@RagnBoneBrown]

Amazon

[@michaelevans1658]

Always struggled with sharpening and i have a Tormek .