Mike Baker 2
03-10-2018, 1:07 AM
Hi! I have 3 vintage "750" style chisels, two Fultons in 6mm and 12mm, and a 750 in 1/2". At present, 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4" inch are my most used chisels, so i am thinking about purchasing a 3/4" Lie-Nielsen to round out a 3 piece set. A2 steel.
I have been sharpening with oilstones, specifically Norton MB 8 India, Soft Arkansas, and a slate hone I have as a finisher, but recently moved to a 400/1000 grit diamond plate, followed by 6k King, and 1um and .3um lapping films. i also will sometimes employ Scary Sharp.
Can any of you tell me of your experiences with this steel and the different honing tools/methods described?
Also, these chisels will not be used for anything but fine dovetail work and the carving of guitar bracing; I have other less fine chisels for the rough work. Considering what they will be used for, dovetails and carving, would you recommend I change the bevel angle of the vintage chisels to 30*?
Thanks.
I have been sharpening with oilstones, specifically Norton MB 8 India, Soft Arkansas, and a slate hone I have as a finisher, but recently moved to a 400/1000 grit diamond plate, followed by 6k King, and 1um and .3um lapping films. i also will sometimes employ Scary Sharp.
Can any of you tell me of your experiences with this steel and the different honing tools/methods described?
Also, these chisels will not be used for anything but fine dovetail work and the carving of guitar bracing; I have other less fine chisels for the rough work. Considering what they will be used for, dovetails and carving, would you recommend I change the bevel angle of the vintage chisels to 30*?
Thanks.