Question about the proper way to sharpen chisels without a guide

After messing up three blades, I finally got that keeping a consistent angle by hand is all about muscle memory, not just eyeballing it.

3 comments

3 Comments

markhall1mo ago

Try ANCHORING your elbows on the bench for steadier hands.

cameron_bell111mo ago

Oh yeah, anchoring your elbows makes all the difference! I struggled with shaky hands until I tried that tip. Now my shots are way more consistent.

blair2481mo ago

Seriously, anchoring elbows isn't some revolutionary technique. @markhall, it might reduce shake, but inconsistent shots usually come from flinching or breathing issues. I've watched plenty of shooters brace perfectly and still pull off target because their fundamentals are off. It's a basic tip, not a cure-all.