Before every sharpening session, soak the stone in water. After the initial soak, it usually only takes about a minute to re-saturate.

Before every sharpening session, soak the stone in water. After the initial soak, it usually only takes about a minute to re-saturate.

How often should I soak the water stone?

The jig is compatible with water stones measuring 180–220 mm long and up to 75 mm wide. If your stones fall within that range, they’ll fit securely in the base.

The jig is compatible with water stones measuring&#xA0;180&#x2013;220 mm long&#xA0;and up to&#xA0;75 mm wide. If your stones fall within that range, they&#x2019;ll fit securely in the base.

What size stones work with this jig?

The base plate itself doesn’t raise, but there is a second set of mounting holes for the blade holder. These allow you to lower the holder to adjust for stone thickness.

The base plate itself doesn&#x2019;t raise, but there is a second set of mounting holes for the blade holder. These allow you to lower the holder to adjust for stone thickness.

Can the base plate be raised for thicker stones?

The current water stone measures 50 mm in width and can accommodate chisels and plane blades up to 1 ⅞ inches wide. A wider 70 mm model is in development and will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates!

The current water stone measures 50 mm in width and can accommodate chisels and plane blades up to 1 &#x215E; inches wide.A wider 70 mm model is in development and will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates!

How wide is the stone?

The SharpMate wasn’t originally designed for diamond plates since they’re thinner than standard water stones, but you can use them with a few simple adjustments. The main challenge is that diamond plates are about 1/8” thick—much thinner than water s

The SharpMate wasn&#x2019;t originally designed for diamond plates since they&#x2019;re thinner than standard water stones, but you can use them with a few simple adjustments.The main challenge is that diamond plates are about 1/8&#x201D; thick&#x2014;much thinner than water stones (which are usually about 1&#x201D; thick).While this thickness clamps into the SharpMate just fine, it leaves the stone clamp exposed at the end of the stroke. It becomes quite easy to accidentally drive the blade being sharpened into this clamp. While the aluminum of the clamp is aluminum, making it softer than the blade, it can still dull or even chip the blade.There are two possible solutions to this problem, depending on your chisels and diamond plates: Solution #1: Add a rubber strip to the clamp blockAttaching a strip of rubber (we recommend 60-durometer neoprene) to the face of the clamp block provides something safe for the blade to run into at the end of its stroke, if needed. This strip of rubber will need to be replaced periodically, but if it is 60-durometer, it should last fairly well.&#xA0;Note: This option might not work well with very short chisels, as they may not reach the stone. Solution #2: Mount the diamond plate to a wood blockIf your diamond plate is single-sided, you can mount it permanently to a &#xBE;&#x201D;&#x2013;&#x215E;&#x201D; thick wood block using double-sided tape. Once mounted in this manner, it can be used as a direct substitution for the water stone that comes with the SharpMate kit.&#xA0;The benefit of this method is that it will also work with shorter chisels, as they will still be able to reach the stone.

Can I use diamond stones with the SharpMate?

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Does it work with jobsite chisels?

Does it work with plane irons?

Does it work with short carving chisels, spokeshave blades, and mini plane irons?

Does it work with slicks and timber-framing chisels?

Does it work with gouges, lathe tools, gravers, Japanese-style chisels?

What’s the maximum blade width the jig can accommodate?

What’s the minimum chisel length that works with the jig?

Compatibility

🎥 Do you have a video tutorial on how to use the sharpening jig?

How do I set the sharpening angle?

Does the jig have built-in degree markings?

Does the jig allow lateral movement of the blade?

My short chisels don’t work with the jig. What do I do?

Setup

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What saws is the Thin Rip Gauge compatible with?

The Thin Rip Gauge doesn’t fit my table saw track. What should I do?

Can the Thin Rip Gauge be used with a bandsaw?

What is the minimum thickness I can cut with this the Thin Rip Gauge?

Thin Rip Gauge Track Extension

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Thin Rip Gauge

🎥 Do you have a video tutorial on how to use the Ergonomic Glue Remover?

What’s special about the blade material?

My blade arrived separately from the handle. Is that normal?

Should I sharpen the blade before using it?

How do I keep the blade from rusting?

Can I use the Glue Remover on rough or uneven panels?

Can the Ergonomic Glue Remover damage wood surfaces?

Can the Ergonomic Glue Remover handle glue squeeze-outs on finished surfaces?

What kind of glues can it remove?

What’s the best way to store the tool?

Ergonomic Glue Remover