Here is a collection of books on tool sharpening. These books will cover topics such as tools, sharpening, honing, abrasives, information, and techniques.

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Sharpening With Waterstones: A Perfect Edge in 60 Seconds (Cambium Handbook) (by Ian J. Kirby)

As any woodworker knows, working with properly sharpened tools makes even the rank amateur a better woodworker almost instantly. Kirby has taken a step-by-step approach to showing the reader in explicit detail how to keep common workshop tools perfectly sharp: exactly how to hold the tools, where and how to stand, and how to move. Extremely well illustrated and indexed, this is a new workshop classic and should find its way into any serious woodworker's (or even not so serious hobbyist's) library. --Mark Hetts

Lee, a well-known tool manufacturer, covers the practical and technical information to sharpen tools quickly, efficiently and safely. Descriptive photos, clear line drawings and step-by-step instructions show exactly how to improve the performance and safety of any cutting tool. 255 photos.

photos show techniques for hand and power sharpening, modern techniques (including Japanese waterstones), plus tricks, shortcuts, jigs and fixtures for making tool-sharpening processes easier! "...excellent...Spielman proffers much-needed information on how to sharpen chisels, saws, and other implements....Tells how to make tools really sharp...."--Booklist. 128 pages, 250 b/w illus., 8 x 10.

The Razor Edge Book of Sharpening (by John Juranitch)

Universally recognized as "The Bible of The Cutting Edge", this book belongs in the library of anyone who is serious about sharpening. Written by Guinness world record holder John Juranitch, it contains all the knowledge and insights gained during his more than 40 years in the sharpening industry. The 145 page book is crammed with photos, illustrations and cutting edge secrets you won't find anywhere else. Its 14 chapters cover topics like how to choose a knife, sharpening theories nad applicaitons, steeling, using a hone and much, much more. You'll get answers to the most asked questions. You'll learn the truth about common myths like why you should never use oil on a hone. And you'll get the insights necessary to put a great edge on knives, axes, fish hooks, arrowheads, chain saws and other tools. It's a history, a handbook, a reference manual that is the simplest, most complete way to give yourself a razor edge on sharpening.

Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Sharpening (Complete Illustrated Guide Series) (by Thomas Lie-Nielsen)

As a toolmaker, Tom Lie-Nielsen brings a special perspective to the subject of sharpening. In this must-have reference, the author covers all types of sharpening equipment and methods of sharpening hand tools. Over 700 color photographs and illustrations are included, along with information on sharpening power tool blades and bits.

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