Spokeshave sharpening

[George_N]

I have just bought a wooden spokeshave via Ebay. It has a tanged blade and I am not sure how best to sharpen it. I have a set of water stones (The Ice Bear set from Axminster) and also an old double sided carborundum stone. I'm thinking that a sideways action along the edge of the stone might be the way to go but any advice gratefully received.

 

[xy mosian]

Hi George. This may be what you are looking for:-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDIGh_8v6zQ

xy

 

[George_N]

Cheers XY, a picture paints a thousand words, that looks easier than I was anticipating. The bevel on my blade is in pretty poor shape and wil need a lot of work but I'll give it a go tomorrow if I get a pass from the gaffer for a little time in the workshop.