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Woodworking Essentials - Episode 2

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In the second episode of Woodworking Essentials, John takes through Japanese Water Stones - their function and their preparation for sharpening. He also presents the case for this time honoured sharpening method when compared with more modern tools and techniques.


King is the major producer of manufactured ceramic waterstones in Japan and for good reason – they produce the best low-cost manufactured stones in the country and generally regarded as the industry-standard waterstone, not only in Japan but also Australia.

The 300grit stone can be used for reshaping tools and/or for use on coarse steels like gardening tools etc. The 800grit stone is for repairing major nicks in your woodworking blades and chisels or for your general household sharpening. The 1200grit stones are perfect for giving your tools a quick touch-up if you sharpen regularly before moving on to your finer grit stones.
With finer stones, simply sprinkle a few drops of water on for lubrication and put that razor-sharp edge on your tools. The 4000 grit stone is good value-for-money whilst 6000 grit will provide a very fine edge for a few more bucks.

Both stones measure 185 x 65 x 19mm and come mounted on a plastic base for ease of use on a bench.

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