On Wed, 17 Aug 2005 17:28:40 -0400, WillR wrote:

George wrote:
"WillR" wrote in message
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I just grind. Even the small tools -- so curious -- why just stoned edges?


They will reach in and make cuts obtainable no other way.


That's why I made some small tools.


Because a scratch which is nothing on the edge of a 3/8 wide tool is
proportionately larger and sometimes difficult to avoid on a 1/8. Also real
easy to destroy good geometry with a moment of carelessness.




I (re-)Learn something every day.

I did put the original edge on with a grinder -- but have used stones
since -- never really thought about it -- but you have pointed out the
obvious.

I guess that I sort of compromise both of your styles...
I did the original sharpening on the belt sander with a 400 belt and mostly use
diamond hones on them for touchup...
I'm way to heavy handed with a grinder... I'd end up with pointed stumps
sticking out of the handles.. *g*


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