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    sharpening scapers

    I am attempting to learn how to sharpen scrapers and need diamonds stones to true up the edges. Just wondering what grit would be the best if I decide to go with diamonds to do this?

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    Joe, I use a worn 600 grit Eze-lap diamond stone. That's probably closer to 2000 grit.

    Article on sharpening technique here: http://www.inthewoodshop.com/Woodwor...29Scraper.html

    Regards from Perth

    Derek

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    Quote Originally Posted by Joe Cowan View Post
    I am attempting to learn how to sharpen scrapers and need diamonds stones to true up the edges. Just wondering what grit would be the best if I decide to go with diamonds to do this?
    I use the blue Extra Fine Eze-Lap paddle hones on the sides, the red Fine on the edges.
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    I mostly sharpen curved scrapers but these work as well on flat scrapers.

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    Christophe Schwarz and Michael Peckovich (Fine Woodworking) both have great articles on sharpening scrapers that are very clear and give a lot of direction which have helped me.

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    Derek's article is excellent, though I must admit I use a file most of the time on card scrapers. The real trick for me was when I realized I was applying too much pressure when turning the burr. On a 1-10 scale with one being no pressure and 10 be full weight, I shoot for a 2 or a 3. If you can feel more than the slightest burr on the edge when you are done, you used too much pressure.
    Andrew Gibson
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    Florida School Of Woodwork

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    This is a very good book on the subject: http://www.leevalley.com/en/wood/pag...72,43091,32991

    That + practice = sharp card scraper. Practice being probably the bigger part of the puzzle.

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