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The Dockyard Micro-gouges come sharp from the factory and hold an edge very well, but every tool has it's limit.
So when it comes time to resharpen the micro-Gouges, it is really quite simple. (as opposed to other tools)
The Micro-gouge is formed in a circlular fashion rather than a U-shape like most veiners. So sharpening is accomplished by rotating the gouge on an abrasive while holding it in one location and at a constant angle. The motion is similar to an old wringer washing machine, twist one direction and then reverse direction.
I sharpen mine on a fine rotating abrasive wheel, it only takes a second to sharpen one that way. It will take slightly longer on a stone. Be sure to remove any burrs from inside the gouge using the edge of a piece of leather or a buffing wheel.
The Dockyard Micro-gouges come sharp from the factory and hold an edge very well, but every tool has it's limit.
So when it comes time to resharpen the micro-Gouges, it is really quite simple. (as opposed to other tools)
The Micro-gouge is formed in a circlular fashion rather than a U-shape like most veiners. So sharpening is accomplished by rotating the gouge on an abrasive while holding it in one location and at a constant angle. The motion is similar to an old wringer washing machine, twist one direction and then reverse direction.
I sharpen mine on a fine rotating abrasive wheel, it only takes a second to sharpen one that way. It will take slightly longer on a stone. Be sure to remove any burrs from inside the gouge using the edge of a piece of leather or a buffing wheel.
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