After using that new bowl gouge, spindle gouge, skew or negative rake scraper for your latest project you may have noticed that the shavings no longer curl off the edge. Maybe you notice the shavings are somewhat dusty, or the surface finish is a bit fuzzy in places. Looking closer you find that dreaded wood disease, tear-out-itis.
In the beginning, sharpening is a mystery for all of us turners. For some, it remains a mystery for much longer than need be. Learning to sharpen your tools is as critical as learning to ride the bevel.
Fortunately for South Puget Sound Woodturners members who attend our November meeting, our own Director of Mentoring, Mike Poirier, will be on stage to de-mystify sharpening. He will fill the evening with information and key insights on different sharpening systems, jigs and techniques. He will show how he uses these tools to produce a sharp edge. Bring your questions.
