# STL 137: Paring chisels and bench grinder tips

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2017-05-12
- Length: 1h 00m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips

## Summary

Hosts Tom McKenna, Mike Pekovich, and Matt Kenny of Fine Woodworking discuss their recent Fine Woodworking Live event, highlighting attendee stories and the positive community vibe. They answer listener questions regarding woodworking pedagogy, specifically the ideal experience level for students, and technical advice on sharpening pairing chisels and selecting bench grinders. The hosts also share their all-time favorite furniture pieces, including works by George Nakashima and Seth Rollins, and demonstrate practical shop techniques for moving heavy machinery and sanding splayed legs.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=0) Introduction and Fine Woodworking Live Recap
- [8:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=485) Student Experience and Class Preparation
- [14:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=897) Sharpening Pairing Chisels and Tool Geometry
- [19:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=1154) Favorite Furniture: George Nakashima and Seth Rollins
- [34:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=2061) Lumber Selection and Hardware Advice
- [46:46](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=2806) Sharpening Systems: Grinders vs. Stones
- [51:46](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2017-05-12-stl-137-paring-chisels-and-bench-grinder-tips#t=3106) Shop Techniques: Moving Machinery and Sanding

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## Mentioned

- Fine Woodworking Magazine (other)
- Tesla (other)
- Rikon (other)
- George Nakashima (other)
- Seth Rollins (other)
- Peter Follansbee (other)
- Horton Brasses (other)
- Whitechapel (other)
- Tormek (tool)
- Wolverine (tool)
- Baldur (tool)

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