Best sharpening, sorted.

[AndyT]

I know, I know, what am I doing starting another sharpening thread?

Well, I wanted to make sure that everyone knows that Peter Millard has finally showed us how to get a properly sharp plane iron, and proved it. So, no more argument please, just watch this and be thankful for some serious scientific research at last.

https://youtu.be/hpJXwEJkgpQ

 

[That would work]

Can I mention my fine Norton india?

 

[novocaine]

If he'd rolled the edge he might not have cut his face so much, obviously if hed used (insert chosen sharpening equipment here) he'd have done better. Complete amateur, needs a lesson or two from the masters.


Just kidding Peter. Amusing video. Nice bathroom.

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Can I mention my fine Norton india?

as long as it's hollow in both directions.

 

[Osvaldd]

Can I mention my fine Norton india?

as long as it's hollow in both directions.

is this hollow enough?

 

[Cheshirechappie]

Hmph. Wimp.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uF3y_ocbXfQ

(Don't suppose Peter wants to trek all the way to the Aussie outback for a shave, though ... )

 

[That would work]

Can I mention my fine Norton india?

as long as it's hollow in both directions.

is this hollow enough?

I may get myself a diamond plate to lap it ......
Anyone recommend one? :lol:

 

[petermillard]

Thanks Andy & all! Fun exercise, but not to be repeated - though I’d like to point out that it planes quite nicely too!

 

[AndyT]

That's a relief!

But nevertheless, I'm a cautious old codger and I'll stick to my beard for now.

 

[chris watford]

It looks a mighty keen edge, would I trust it do a male Brazilian though!

 

[petermillard]

It looks a mighty keen edge, would I trust it do a male Brazilian though!

Not on camera, that’s for sure!

 

[Lons]

Andy
Can I suggest you put a warning on that video, it really should be watched after the 9pm watershed. :wink:

Can't quite decide whether Peter was brave or foolish, impressive edge though.

 

[AndyT]

Andy
Can I suggest you put a warning on that video, it really should be watched after the 9pm watershed. :wink:

Can't quite decide whether Peter was brave or foolish, impressive edge though.

All good clean fun! But admittedly, a bit more bare flesh than most woodworking videos...

 

[novocaine]

All good clean fun! But admittedly, a bit more bare flesh than most woodworking videos...

You obviously haven't watch April Wilkinson (like the razor) then.

wonder if setting the cap iron closer would have helped with the tear out.

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Wilkerson?

 

[novocaine]

Wilkerson?

yep, but that didn't amuse me as much. it's early.

 

[D_W]

I may get myself a diamond plate to lap it ......
Anyone recommend one? :lol:

4x8 feet for $89. Cheapest diamond plate I've seen, and really coarse.

Diamond Plate CHEAP!!

 

[D_W]

we'll see how many people click on that link