Sharp

By Sean Hellman

Sharpening for all - green woodwork, workshops, bushcraft, gardening, carepentry, forestry, builders, cooking and craft

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 fit into the book; and with an entire chapter given to plans and instructions for time-saving, effective jigs and guides.