1. Whetstone or sharpening stone: A whetstone is an excellent choice for sharpening most gardening tools. Choose a ...

This video shows how to sharpen a chisel freehand. No guides or jigs—just control, angle, and repetition. Freehand sharpening builds skill and consistency over time. It’s a fundamental craft technique ...

I have an edged tool obsession. I collect and use everything from carving knives to axes to everyday carry blades. That also means I have a lot of edge maintenance to do, and I’m currently using a ...

This video explains how to sharpen a chisel freehand using traditional techniques. It covers angles, pressure, and consistency, showing how skill and practice can produce a razor-sharp edge without ...

In Japanese cuisine, the beauty of sushi and sashimi depends not only on fresh fish and perfectly seasoned rice, but also on how cleanly each slice is made. A properly sharpened Japanese knife glides ...

Even if you're only an occasional DIYer, there always seem to be holes that need to be drilled and screws that need to be driven. So it's no surprise that a cordless drill/driver tops the list of must ...

Two chunks of ocher unearthed at ancient rock shelters in Ukraine were actually Neanderthal crayons, according to a recent study. The pair of artifacts, unearthed from layers 47,000 and 46,000 years ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kathleen Squires I used to trust my beloved kitchen knives to Mike, a guy who ...

When it comes to chainsaws, not all chains are built the same, and the full chisel chain is one of the more aggressive options in the toolbox. If you've ever wondered why some chainsaws tear through ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The journey of the prototypical hobbyist woodworker is a fascinating one. Many people get into this adventure because they want to make a ...

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So your spokeshave isn't shaving spokes like it used to. Or, more likely, you're not getting nice, even, curled shavings from the edges of hardwood boards like you did before working with all that Ipe ...