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In article , says...
Can't I do it by hand on a stone? Or maybe on the belt sander
(if i turn it on first, then sit it on its back)

You can do it by hand- but will take a long time to get the edge, and
for the most part the edge on MOST turning tools doesn't need the time
and care a stone takes. The sander will work, but just laying it on the
back is an accident waiting to happen. Secure the sander with some
clamps, then have at it- I've done this a bit, and found that either a
very-used 80 grit or a medium-grit worked best. As always use a light
touch, and with the sander the belt should move AWAY from the tool not
into it as a grinder does.

have fun,
/vic