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I appreciate that! Thank you.

Yes it is. Hard to turn as well.

You’re welcome, thanks for watching it.

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Glad it was helpful!

When I started sharpening my own tools in the previous century it was the only way I knew of. I’ve since used oil and water stones, diamond cards, lapping compounds, fine grit sandpaper and buffing compound. I Still use oil stones out of habit and convenience. It works for me anyway.

Thank you for your kind words. My hand is continually healing and gaining strength but my range of motion is still an issue. However I am grateful that I didn’t loose any fingers.

Thank you! All the best with your projects.

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Rubber mallets are typically used as a “persuader” to bump a work piece together or apart without marring the surfaces. It’s not used for woodcarving because it absorbs the blow to the tool you’re using and it would be harder to control with the bouncing.

@@shoptalkwithtim really appreciate you taking the time to explain!

I’m glad to hear that you found this episode helpful. Folding knives are convenient however I much prefer fixed blade knives because they’re easier to use. All the best in your whittling journey.

Thank you for your comments. Yes I do admit that my TH-cam channel is a retirement project now though I started it before retiring. Regarding my production value and size etc. all credit goes to my daughter. She is the one who does the photos, videos, and editing as far as what gets posted. I’m just the one that talks about whatever interests me. Often times she will make helpful suggestions for topics as well as making it concise and understandable as I tend to ramble.

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I don’t think you could get a piece long enough to make a pipe stem out of a Tagua nut. As far as bending it probably not as it is quite hard and brittle. Maybe a pipe bowl could work out fine though not being a smoker I wouldn’t know if it is a good idea or not. Best thing is to give it a go and find out what works.

@@shoptalkwithtim thanks for the reply, the large ones for sale say they are 2.5” that’s plenty long for what I need. Guess I’ll order a few.

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I’m glad you found it helpful. Thank you for your comment.

Thank you for your comment. You should give it a go it’s a great pass time!

There are many ways to sharpen your knives. Main thing is to sharpen them with the way that works best for you. My oilstone technique is just one way and it has worked for me.

It’s great to have a simplified sharpening system that works well for you. Thank you for your comments!

Thank you. I’m glad you found it helpful.

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it.

Yes they do look almost identical except for the distinctive smell of Sassafras. American Chestnut tends to be more wormy too.

If it weren’t such a pain I’d think about it.

Thank you for your comments. It’s always interesting hearing how others approach tool sharpening. Bottom line is to keep ‘em sharp with the method that works best for you.

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Thank you for your encouragement. Best wishes with your woodworking projects😊.

Thank you for your comment. I have seen a ball in a cage done on a walking cane before. The ball has to be a fare bit smaller than the cane’s diameter so it still has the strength needed. All the best with your project.

@shoptalkwithtim well sad news my first can just trying to do celtic knot it cracked. I have another attempt #2. I'm starting with a actual tree trunk. Almost done sanding to final specs. I so want a ball in cage. Somewhere I'm the middle.

My best advice is to practice your technique on another piece of wood of the same dimensions before attempting it on your finished piece. That way you know what works and what doesn’t and you’ll have a model to work from.

I’m not sure if I understand your question. The knife blade should not be totally flat on the stone. When you sharpen a longer blade or a curved blade you will not be able to have the entire edge in complete contact with the stone at all times. Keep the blade moving and at the same angle throughout the process. If I were to guess at the angle on both sides probably between 12 and 15 degrees. Don’t round the edge by multiple angles or it will not cut well even though it appears to be sharp. Practice will tell you where the sweet spot is on your blade. Thicker blades will have a wider edge bevel than thinner blades will when sharpened to the same angle.

Thank you for your comments. This list of movies are not my favorite movies of all time. They are the only ones, so far, that feature the lead characters having a passion for the craft and doing it to the best of their abilities. The backstories are just the settings and are less significant for this survey.

My hand injury is much improved thank you.

Thank you for your kind words. Yes I have read that poem of Robert Frost years ago .It’s a gruesome word picture that still disturbs me. I’m very thankful that my injury was not as severe as that. Stay safe and thanks again for watching my videos.

Northern White Pine or Eastern White Pine. In Latin; Pinus strobus

My favorite tool rolls are the two brown canvas ones that my sister sewed for me. She copied my first dark green one I bought from the “woodcarver’s supply” store. I couldn’t find anymore of that one type so I had them reproduced. Other ones I have are Ruffian brand which has leather edges for added protection. Those are the best made ones but they are smaller and fairly expensive. I’d recommend checking out standard wrench type tool rolls from Home Depot or online suppliers. A couple of my tool rolls are that type though if I could sew I’d probably make my own. Hope that helps and thanks for watching my videos.

@@shoptalkwithtim Thanks Tim. There’s nothing like home cooking………