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Monday, December 31, 2012

Sharpening Station

I finally got around to putting together a dedicated sharpening station of sorts.  I had kind of a set up on a small table near my bench, but it wasn't at the right height and I just did not use it effectively.  I also just picked up a hand cranked grinder for 900 Baht, about US $30.00.  I have it set up temporarily but still need to set up the Veritas Grinding rest that I have. 

 
 
The bench is a old jewelers bench, that is nice and solid and just the right height.  It is up against a window so I have some decent natural light to work with.


I am happy with the set up and in working in the shop this weekend I found I actually used it productively.  I know it is a good idea to keep the tools sharp as one is working along, but I was always a little lazy with the old set up.  Now I think I am working in the right way.