Hardware Podcasts

STL 143: Oilstones vs. Waterstones

Shop Talk Live · 4 Aug 2017 · 1h 06m

What this episode covers

Host Tom McKenna, along with contributors Mike Pekovich, Matt Kinney, and Ben Strano, discuss woodworking techniques including dovetail spacing, bench design, and a new segment on surface preparation. The hosts compare oilstones and waterstones for sharpening, noting that waterstones cut faster and leave a smoother surface, while oilstones can be slippery. They also address practical issues like mortise rounding from hollow chisel mortisers and the importance of managing shop humidity to prevent warping.

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makers and hobbyists

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Stitcher, Google Play, Overcast, Fine Woodworking, Clark Kellogg, Dave Fisher, John Benson, College of the Redwoods, Phil Morley, AWFS, Michael Cullen, Dan Chaffin, Norton, Shapton, Brian Boggs, WG Schmidt, G.C. Schmidt, Ulmia, Chris Gockner, Mark Adams, Peter Fallonsby, Home Depot

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