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STL271: Making Dull > Getting Sharp

Shop Talk Live · 29 Jul 2022 · 1h 01m

What this episode covers

Megan Fitzpatrick joins Vic and Ben to discuss the practicalities of maintaining hand planes, specifically recommending Hock irons for vintage Stanleys due to their thickness and high-carbon steel quality. The group debates grinding angles, concluding that a single primary bevel (around 25-30 degrees) is sufficient for most users, as the secondary bevel does the actual cutting. They also advise against cutting rabbets for dovetail alignment, suggesting extruded registration lines instead, and answer a listener's question about setting up a shop in a cold climate.

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makers and hobbyists

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Companies
Hock, Veritas, Stanley, Lee Nielsen, Cardin Tools, Lloyd's
Products
PMV 11, Move It

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