Fast and Easy Way to Sharpen Jointer and Planer Knives

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[@duanedickey3619]

You are killing me with how smart, patient, and funny you are! You got me laughing at the end of the video! Huge props for your skills and teaching ability! Great example of thinking the process through and problem solving. Keep the videos coming.

[@SVSunnyJim]

Beautiful, I love your thought processes to achieve the desired result

[@backpacker3421]

I absolutely LOVE the way you present this video. Rather than just showing how to do what you do, at each step you ask "what are the options?" Then you talk us through the various options and the decision making process. In this way, we learn not just how to do the thing, but how to figure out how to do many things. Your students are very lucky. They have a great teacher.

[@Quadrodiction]

Yes indeed! Well said!

[@jeffclark6312]

I have 35 yrs of instruction and leadership experience. Your teaching is spot on.

[@Hill139]

“It means we’re screwed” I died when I heard this!!!!!! Thank you for teaching the way you do! You are helping a novice like me learn to make cool stuff that helps make better products

[@johnjones6077]

I love watching you vids Will, you’re intelligence is off the charts. You’re one “sharp” woodworker. I know your a busy guy but if you do find the time to keep making good vids, there’s a lot of us out here who appreciate them. Thanx Will

[@Quadrodiction]

He knows the math on an engineering level. He knows what he needs to achieve & how to do it in a simple, uncomplicated way that insures precision on the level of a Samurai that has attained a true mastery of his art. The joy he experienced in teaching the lesson is plainly obvious. His total unswerving dedication to educating his students on a level of simple precision & mastery is beautiful. Thank you sir. I greatly appreciate your gift of knowledge.

[@Artfulscience1]

Absolutely true. My degree is in engineering as well, he's very much a math guy and it shows. When you can take that level of technical skill and minute precision to woodworking, its next level.

[@peterbrown8521]

Out of all the really great woodworking channels out there, yours is seriously at the top... cheers!!

[@JoeMcCormick32174]

The end of the video is killer. A craftsman who truly enjoys his trade.

[@MegaBenglish]

I would have never expected for you to say "freakin awesome" but I'm glad you did cause it was

[@ForestWoodworks]

Shirt?

[@russellnentwich8745]

“What does it mean? It means we are screwed.” 😂🤣😂 I like you you walked us through the problem solving and not just show the jig. Thanks! Oh and by the way you are one sharp guy at least 20,000 grit!

[@juanrocha6432]

Why didn't i find your channel before, you're both a scientist and and an artist of the wood, may God bless you!

[@philippemarchand2085]

I had my knives at a sharpening service. I saw your video and went and got them back. I made the jig easily and used it. Set up thè jointer and it worked amazing on hard maple 5" wide. I was crying in admiration just like you in the video. Thank you, thank you, thanks you

[@ramanshah7627]

I watched this months ago but forget how much I need this intelligence, humor, and craftsmanship in my life. Thanks again :D

[@Loglakeliving]

Passion, entertaining, instructional, with the heart of a teacher. ❤

[@learnerlearns]

William.. You cracked me up with this one!

[@jcrm05]

Me too haha

[@jbkibs]

lol. i was going to comment the same. the ending is awesome. *wipes tear away from eye*

[@laikmiandu]

wow, the design thinking process is amazing, concise and very helpful - no matter what problem you are trying to tackle. Thanks for sharing!

[@daveyJ213]

William, awesome video. I almost fell off my chair laughing at the end when you were trying to hold back your tears. Thanks for posting. My planer blades are showing signs of wear so I'll try to sharpen them before installing my reserve set. Great information. Thanks!

[@jonathanhale2669]

Duane Hickey wrote this a year ago. He expressed exactly what I thought. I couldn't say it better. "You are killing me with how smart, patient, and funny you are! You got me laughing at the end of the video! Huge props for your skills and teaching ability! Great example of thinking the process through and problem solving. Keep the videos coming." I agree with him; you are a great instructor. I bookmark each of your videos that I view.

[@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt]

William Ng is on a completely different level! Everything he publishes is pure gold. Ring that bell y'all, because you don't want to miss a thing William has to share!

[@danielgeng2306]

Aww, don’t cry ! Lol tears of joy on finding this channel !

[@SteveAddis]

Your reaction at the end of the video has convinced me I have to do this to my vintage jointer and planer. THE best sharpen tutorial. -Thank you!

[@drjeniusqwaq6502]

38 year cabinet maker here. You deserve a show on the learning channel! Subscribed.

[@ThekiBoran]

I second the motion.

[@tom-840]

Better than that, how about PBS to fill the hole left when the new yankee workshop went off the air.

[@lewisworkshop]

William - Thanks so much for adding the thought process to your tutorial. "Teach a man to fish..."

[@ptown3864]

You are a funny dude!! Wish ibjad a shop teacher with that sense of humor and wit. Learned from this video, thank you sir.

[@timothymm]

😀 love the ending... I actually chuckled. I love that feeling when it comes out above your expectations.

[@garybridgham]

Me too!

[@fooschnikins]

I was just watching youre video on your 45 degree cross cut sled which was a great tutorial but something really bothered me. You mentioned that some people had commented negatively on your 5 cut cross cut sled. I just want to say that I appreciate you taking the time to create these videos. many of us have nowhere else to go to learn and the fact that you are kind enough to do it freely speaks volumes about your character. Those who speak with anger or contempt do not represent the majority, they only represent those who are arrogant and ignorant. Please dont change a thing. You seem kind, you have a good sense of humor and you are an extremely intelligent man who I greatly appreciate taking your time to share your wealth of knowledge. Greatest appreciation.

[@charcoalhobo]

Stumbled on this video while waiting a week for new planer blades and just wanted to say thank you very much for an awesome lesson. Worked perfectly and I went from burning and smoking hard maple to almost finish quality wood!!

[@kurtnutin3968]

I’ve been in the trenches for almost 40 years this was such a treat , thank you Mr. Ng

[@CharlesHood55]

William, the way you teach reminds me of my mentor. The wit, wisdom and your calm delivery make this a wonderful experience. Thank you for a great lesson.

[@charlesdjones1]

The single greatest tutorial I've ever watched on KZbin. So much knowledge being shared in a way anyone can understand. Thank you.

[@dwlsml4118]

I love watching you. Your humor and teaching ability are both spot on! Please continue.

[@williambaker1576]

you're quite possibly one of the funniest people in the world..... the patience and subtly you have in your finish.... and i'm not talking about wood.

[@metals2546]

It not too often that a woodworking video has me smiling at the end. Kudos.

[@VitalityMassage]

After just four minutes of watching this video it's easy to see that this guy knows his shit. End of story.

[@twickersruss]

Yes I imagine he is quite humble but we know he is more than that. :-)

[@larrycarlisle5184]

A meticulously, knowledgeable and dedicated man.

[@Quadrodiction]

He knows the math on an engineering level. He knows what he needs to achieve & how to do it in a simple, uncomplicated way that insures precision on the level of a Samurai that has attained a true mastery of his art. The joy he experienced in teaching the lesson is plainly obvious. Total unswerving dedication to educating his students on a level of simple precision. It just doesn’t get any better than this. Thank you sir. I greatly appreciate your gift of knowledge.

[@laser-man]

I enjoyed this video greatly, so much so that I bought the 4000 grit and the 8000 grit stones from your store. Keep up the great video's. I am a 68 year old worker who still thirst for knowledge of the skill of woodworking.

[@JustAnotherCFA]

I resemble that remark. I'm 69 now and still learning after 6 decades of woodworking. Mr NG is a resource.

[@cackleberryfarm4598]

WOW!!! What a GREAT guy!!! I NEVER would have had patience enough if I were in his house school wood shop class when I was young. And that would have been a bummer because I think he has SUCH a great amount of deep knowledge of actually woodworking and not just cabinet making. And to hear the word "screwed" come out of his mouth was HILARIOUS!!!! Great VIDEO!!!!!!

[@garystrittmater8258]

I have taken classes from William Ng and to say he is not only a Master Craftsman but also an Incredible Teacher simply does not do him justice! The ONLY reason I don't take more classes is because the drive is a nightmare! He is the best teacher I've ever encountered!

[@zenbooter]

Hello William. Your method is similar to mine which I found in WOOD Magazine one year. A guy submitted it and was awarded a prize.I finally made the device last week but re-designed it . I had to figure the angles and came up with the same assembly as you did. When I find the time I will be duplicating your method. A true engineer. Thanks ,Tommy.

[@jimgay7382]

Great video William, as always a touch of comedy at the end, priceless!

[@wnwoodworks]

Thanks Jim

[@ThekiBoran]

@@wnwoodworks I'd like to also thank you for teaching me how to properly chuck a drill bit. ;-)

[@ThekiBoran]

Glad you're still with us. 👍

[@roywillson1989]

I am in AWE! I learned about the sharpening of the blades but also learned the thought process that will help me with issues in the future. I don't subscribe to many channels but I put this one at the top of my list of favorites. Well done.

[@kristophermarsh9400]

Mr Ng once again you've out done yourself. Thank you it's an honor to watch you work.

[@awickar2]

I've watched your videos for a long time and some how i missed this one. I was just thinking I needed to get my planer blades sharped and now I've found my preferred method. Thanks so much, William! You are truly an inspiration to us all!

[@jeanmarc_in_Hudson]

Literally laughed out loud at the end. What a great video! Went in the shop immediately to make one, waiting for the glue to set... Thank you for the valuable teachings.

[@jeanmarc_in_Hudson]

Replying to myself 🙄 Just want to add that my sharpening fixture works very well. It needed a bit of fine tuning because my saw blade kerf was a little thicker than my blades (Dewalt planer). I adjusted the height of the stone support accordingly. 👍 Thanks!

[@thesetwoweirdos1834]

Dude! You rock! I just bought a Makita 2040 and it needs some TLC. The timing couldn't be better! Thanks for taking the time to make these insights available to everyone!!

[@ginoasci]

with just a little bit of planning you came up with a fixture that is only one piece of wood with a slot in it that incredibly accurate and will stay that way. how smart is that. it’s so great to see another wood worker with the same passion even after decades of woodworking. you’re awesome.

[@drobinson0601]

We recently lumbered a 36" maple, a 36" white ash, and a 32" pecan. After drying, we tried planing with a Rigid (Home Depot) 13" planer with 2 HSS knives kzbin.infoUgkxIzvvTi3_Qc8JnVdYYRJCvuoDC4QjTzeL . This job was clearly too much for that machine. The pecan was particularly difficult, due to heavy mineral deposits, and a sharp pair of HSS knives would be consumed by a mere 3 boards. We were also having lots of problems from chip bruising, due to poor dust collection. The shavings came off like straw and jammed in the 4" hose.We bought the DW735 simply to be able to run carbide blades, which worked brilliantly for the pecan. However, we found it to be a much, MUCH nicer machine. It was far more rigid than the "Rigid" planer, and far more accurate as well. But what I liked most about it was the dust feed. This machine has its own blower, which shreds the "straw" like shavings as they come off the cutting head and helps boost the shavings into the dust collection system. No more clogs! It's also nicely sealed so that the internals stay quite clean. This is just a well tempered machine that's a delight to use. It literally cut the labor in half. Just another example of getting what you pay for.

[@glnorrisjr]

First, thanks for the laugh this morning. I appreciate your videos and taking the time to go through the design process. It's an important part of the woodworking process that is sometimes forgot.

[@R_an_D]

After a 40 year career in engineering and now entering woodworking as a hobby, I now see a woodworker using professional engineering thought processes to solve a woodworking problem. This a video for both woodworkers and young engineers as well.

[@alfredomarquez9777]

ME TOO! After 41 years at engineering, I am contemplating taking carpentry seriously... and I am realizing it is seriously deep and demanding (to reach just to an acceptable level). And so I understand when people like the author takes advantage of a little engineering to really make things in the proper way! WAY to GO!!!

[@wmhfv992]

Your glee at the end was just wonderful! Love to see it. That plank was a thing of beauty.

[@MaxMBJ]

You are a true teacher and thinker. I really appreciated your walking us through the steps in engineering your fixture. Also, thanks for distinguishing fixture from jig. Great job. I will now attempt to sharpen my “disposable” Dewalt planer blades.

[@michaelmacek9433]

You should be a teacher.Your ability to convey your message and to demonstrate the same is awesome. I had a couple shop class teachers like you.You remind me so much of them.Thank you.

[@kurtschoell9219]

I'm not the sharpest tool in the shed but your step by step simple explanations made it easy for even me to understand. Thank you so much. I will be looking for more of your videos.

[@tfk3160]

This video is quite dense. It goes over the difference between fixtures and jigs, the value of analysis first and how to actually sharpen your planer/jointer knives in a very effective way. Having made this fixture I have sharper knives than ever before and it's free. Excellent video.

[@TheMonkdad]

That was a fantastic lesson. Clear audio, excellent lighting and camera work and simple to understand.

[@zenonsantiago8780]

HI, I am just starting woodwork and today I am getting my first planer (used). I thought this was very informative and I do get the tears. Been so professional and serious the emotions while touching the finished product and the tears really made my day!! funny!.. you just won a late subscriber.. can't wait to learn more from you. tnx!

[@sofjanmustopoh7232]

This is a problem solving , design n engineering video Kudos I’m showing this video to anybody who want to learn why problem solving is more valuable than anything else taught in public schools 💪

[@debcullerton2930]

Completely agree Sofjan! I teach problem solving and this is gold!

[@Search4TruthReality]

A craftsman AND an actor! Funny guy. Loved the video! subscribed.

[@andreww6738]

Excellent video, Thank you. I just went to a class at Lee Valley Tools on Thursday night for blade sharpening and a someone I know from way back when asked how to sharpen those blades. I said not a clue, just buy new ones. How wrong I was, now I got to try to get in touch with him to pass on your demo. Thanks again...marvelous, just marvelous! : )

[@BeerIsGood_]

alright, the crying at the end was the most wonderful touch. I'm going to go try this out now! Thanks for the awesome video

[@Kai_boogey]

This is great! Thank you! The most satisfying feeling is when the wood comes fresh off the planer and I lay it on a flat table top. Hard to explain but there's something about that slight suction when the two perfect surfaces meet. I understand those tears sir! Thanks again.

[@SobieRobie]

Great explanation! I love attention to details, for many people it doesn't matter is it 42 or 45 degrees.

[@JonDunnmusician]

Thank you amigo- the other joy of this was the way you walked us through a problem solving thought process truly an educator with the key learning tool: how to become a creative problem-solver-- any school would be lucky to have you

[@allenkoopman1198]

You are an excellent teacher! I appreciate your analytical approach to woodworking. This is an excellent video. Thanks for posting it.

[@banorful]

Love the sense of humor! Awesome info to! For someone looking at getting a Planer I like to check out everything it takes to perform maintenance on them before I buy and this video helped a lot.

[@michaeldodson4123]

William, I am so pleased you have returned to making instructive videos. I believe you produce the best of the best, and your sense of humor really cracks me up. Thank you. PS, I working on how to take one or more of your classes. I can’t wait.

[@wnwoodworks]

Oh, I'm so looking forward to meeting you. We'll have fun.

[@donmccormick5629]

great video and the ending was fantasticl

[@Heseblesens]

I have some severe backpains (as many besides me I am sure) and I find myself in need to relieve my back in my one good chair quite often. This chair happens to be in front of my computer for some strange reason. When the pains are at its worst there is not much that is worth watching. William Ng's videos are among those few ones. Keep up the good work sir. Your teachings and humor are greatly appreciated!

[@henryworkswoodandmetal]

Very well done, excellent reference, thanks for sharing.....

[@jasonzodda]

You are an incredible teacher. My knives have never been sharper. Thank you for all this knowledge.

[@RedemptiondesignsNJ]

This was immensely helpful! I appreciate you walking us through your thought process. The end result was genius as well!

[@jasonfrost847]

You add me until we're screwed 10:30. 😂😂😂 great video!

[@AnthonyAnthony-tk4ye]

Just came across your channel and I’m about 5 videos in now lol…. I SUBSCRIBED immediately! Thanks for sharing all the valuable info!!

[@626pingj]

I just purchased an older Grizzly 15 inch planer. The blades in it were slightly rusted and dull. I'm a cheap SOB and don't want to spend the money to replace them if I don't have to. Decided to search how to sharpen and ran across this video. I wish I lived close enough to attend his classes. Thanks for a great tutorial.

[@talegunner115]

They don't have a scale to say how much I appreciate you! Please continue to post more videos. You sir are the best! You crack me up sir.

[@WilliamAlanPhoto]

Very thorough, and well thought out... and you made me laugh at the end. Instant fan! Thank you!

[@WilliamAlanPhoto]

I had to come back and watch this again. I will do so again when it is time to sharpen my planer knives. Thank you Mr. Ng.

[@rjfoley926]

William, I have watched everyone of your videos. The explanations of the why and how of your measurements are a joy to listen to. I have learned so much in a short period of time. Thank You!!! BTW, you have a great since of humor, your students must have a ball working with you.

[@ryangoodson5745]

The crying at the end. So good. I’ve watched it three times-laughed every time. Well done.

[@aaronpavelis3932]

This is absolutely genius. You have doubled the value of waterstones, without ruining them. Too bad folks seem to have stop watching this. Its a very intelligent, long lasting and unique solution.

[@robertramsey-turner7530]

Love a guy who has such passion in his work, your students are very lucky people. And I should mention I will copy your method, great work

[@jerry38732]

I am in the process of purchasing a vintage 3 blade jointer that I am quite sure the blades will need attention. You my friend are a Master. Thank you.

[@billday8501]

You are an excellent teacher my friend! I look forward to putting the education, tips, techniques AND your philosophy to use as I go forward. Your students are truly blessed - and you are making a difference - making the world a better place! God Bless!

[@greghayes9118]

That was an awesome demonstration. I live on an island where it we are extremely limited in services. I have 5 sets of 15 inch thickness planer blades are all blunt. I will now be able to work again soon. Thank you sir!

[@davidwhiteley3879]

Academy award for best actor in a KZbin video! And this is an extremely useful video. Thank you.

[@Mikey83943]

That was awesome, thanks! There are so many amateurs out there putting out content that it's great to see a very skilled, patient instructor giving great advice. I mean it's hard not to get emotional :)

[@wnwoodworks]

HaHa :)

[@barbarianatgate2000]

Loved this video! I'm one of those sick individuals who finds sharpening my hand plane irons and chisels relaxing and enjoyable, but I've never attempted planer knives before. Will definitely be trying this. I'm getting ready to build a new jig for holding the float glass and wet sand paper. Would love to send you photos and video to get your take on it.

[@agjohnsonandson]

I always learn from you. Thank you for the education and the smiles. Please come back and make some more videos.

[@TheRogermursick]

Bill that was great. I never thought about the table saw bevel setting from that perspective. And thanks for the lesson on reasoning and sharpening.

[@gordonfraser3361]

Wow! Great presentation with crystal clear instructions, thank you.

[@KoalityofLife]

Just what I was looking for. I need to sharpen the blades on my JET planer so I might be watching this a few times to make sure I understand how to do it. Thank you. :)

[@lumpythefish]

your joy in doing things well is contagious....

[@mattg6262]

I love that tear moment at the end. Priceless

[@patcummins6036]

Sir, it took me two years to find this post of yours! Thank you.

[@j.zamanma1312]

I stopped the video to read some of the comments below after the "we're screwed comment" since I was laughing too hard to continue. Then I got to the end and I think I woke everyone up from laughing so hard. I rewound it and laughed even harder. Mr. Ng I truly enjoy your videos. They have taught me quite a bit in my early woodworking adventure. Thank You.

[@jamessharier7529]

That was an awesome video, now I can sharpen all my planer and jointer blades and hopefully not cry...lol

[@jerrycarter4815]

Fantastic! I love being educated and amused at the same time.

[@aaronsmith1452]

You sir are a gem. Enjoyed watching the video. Boys protect this one at all costs

[@jonathanfarmer2362]

William, great video. Great teacher. Excellent ability to walk us through how you think your way through a process. Thank you.

[@henrysiegertsz8204]

Wow! So simple and cheap! I was looking at a £200 jig for my Scheppach Tormek clone, but now a block of wood and my sharpening stones and strop will make my planer thicknesser perfect again! Thanks!!!

[@g.fortin3228]

Made me laugh whole hearted at the end after a long day at work. Too funny !! SO good/sharp and the finish too ! Appreciated!

[@garpikemike1]

Really great video! Some of these lessons can be applied for many tasks. The way the final product brought you to tears was hilarious! Obviously, teaching is a perfect fit for you.