SHARP is a book that will guide the reader through the principles and practice of sharpening; from definitions and requirements in the chapter What is Sharp? and through chapters explaining edge geometry, how to observe the edge to determine correct sharpening procedures required, all about abrasives (including hand-tools, as well as human-powered and machine tools) and with detailed, step-by-step instructions for as many types of edge tool as could be fitted into the book; and with an entire chapter given to plans and instructions for time-saving, effective jigs and guides.Covering an impressive range of tools that can and need to be sharpened, this is a hefty tome,with detailed descriptions complemeted by extensive colour photos, diagrams and plans, all reflecting the author’s considerable knowledge and experience.Divided into two sections, section 1 covers sharpening principles and theory, secion 2 covers instructions for individual tools and types of tool groups.ContentsPart One 14…An Introduction to Sharpening 18…What is Sharp? 28…How Tools Cut 36…Edge Geometry 50…Observing the Edge 54…AbrasivesPart Two 94…Hands On: How to Sharpen 110..Knives 130..Chisels and Gouges 156..Hollowing Tools 166..Axes, Adzes and Splitting Tools 180..Drawknives and Spokeshaves 192..Billhooks, Scythes and Sickles 208..Planes 218..Cabinet Scrapers and Scraper Planes 226..Boring Tools 250..Shears, Scissors and Loppers 258..Saws 288..Peripheral Cutting Tools 296..Other Craft Tools 304..Garden Tools 310..Jigs and Guides 328..Bibliography 330..Appendices 332..Index
