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30 September 2017 at 12:10 pm #326068
Good afternoon all,
I purchased these yesterday:
Is the one second from the right damaged? If so, I can grind the end down. I think these might come up quite well, but when I purchase a proper sharpening set using these will give me a good bit of practise.
Regards,
Richard.
29 September 2017 at 1:50 pm #325572Good afternoon,
Thank you all for your advice. I’ll take a look into what sharpening systems are out there. I’ll also purchase a leather strop and some polishing compound. I now have quite a broad spread of recommended chisels. Thank you all for your advice.
Regards,
Richard.
28 September 2017 at 9:05 pm #325184Good evening,
Thank you for that Alan. I’ve picked up a couple of plastic handled chisels from a car boot. I’ll have a look out on eBay for a set. Thank you.
Regards,
Richard.
28 September 2017 at 4:38 pm #325021Good afternoon,
Thank you for that Darren. I’ll keep an eye out for a variety of old chisels, I have one in my collection which is brilliant to work with. I’ll also be looking at purchasing this kit: link to sharpen my tools. Paul did say you can easily build up a set of old non-matching chisels for around £50.
Regards,
Richard.
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28 September 2017 at 4:09 pm #325002Good afternoon,
I am in the U K. I could look at that. They’re only £7.99 but I do want something that will last. I’ve had a look at a few vintage chisel sets.
Regards,
Richard.
20 August 2017 at 7:24 pm #314594Good evening,
Please keep hold of them. You cannot seriously have too many tools. I have various spanners, pliers, et cetera. I keep adding to my collection. You will seriously regret selling or getting rid of any of your tools. Take the router plane for example, Paul said they used to be ten-a-penny, but since he’s recommended them they’ve gone back up to their original price, and even more. I would suggest you make room for them and hang on to them. You will regret selling them.
Regards,
Richard.
18 August 2017 at 4:34 pm #314564Good afternoon,
Thank you Harvey. I’ve been looking at this. I’ve only got a standard circular bench grinder that I’ve modified.
Regards,
Richard.
18 August 2017 at 2:37 pm #314561Good afternoon,
I have access to only 60 ft2 of workspace (my front porch). If the apartment is not rented, or if it is, and with the permission of the landlord you could turn a small closet space into a workshop. You could have a small custom-built workbench that suits your needs. Small workshop space is not ideal, but it can work. I’ve used the bench grinder in the hallway, the kitchen, and even on my desk. The question is one of safety, especially in a residential area. An alternative, but in my opinion, not ideal, would be a foldaway workbench, maybe a black and decker workmate with a new top. I’m aware that space in NY is very expensive and cost can be a prohibitive factor so there might not possibly be a factor of renting workshop space, and you don’t really want to commit if you’re just starting out. It’ll be interesting to see what my fellow woodworkers on here have to say. Best wishes, stay safe.
Regards,
Richard.
6 August 2017 at 1:47 pm #314341Good afternoon,
Small dust-like shavings can make a very good filler. All you do it mix the shavings with wood glue when you’re ready to use. I learnt that in school.
Regards,
Richard.
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