Sharpening Woodturning Tools

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Grinder – Typically a slow speed (~1750 rpm) grinder with a 8″ wheel is recommended for sharpening woodturning tools.

Jig – A jig such as the Oneway veri-grind can be purchased or made to add a ‘fingernail grind’, ‘irish grind’, or ‘Elsworth Grind’ to your gouges.

Platform – Tools such as scrapers and skews can be sharpened using a flat steady platform.

Adjustable slider – A slider such as the wolverine can be made to hold a variety of tools at an adjustable distance from the wheels.  This includes the grinding jigs, platforms, and other accessories.