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   Floss | Nov 21, 2008 06:27pm | #1

   Use a file to put a 45 degree bevel on the edge. I then use a block of wood cut to 45 degrees as well and hone the edge on a piece of MDF with sandpaper so that you remove the file marks.

   Once the edge is honed then flatten the back. Pretty much like preparing a chisel or plane blade. Although, you don't have to polish the edge as much. Just make sure there are no burrs or rough patches on the edge.

   Then turn a hook on this edge as you would with a scraper. Make sure to turn the hook from the beveled side. So tilt the burnisher about 5 degrees or so more when resting on the 45 bevel.

   Enjoy.

   F.

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   Stavemill | Nov 21, 2008 06:29pm | #2

   Thank you . I was wondering if i had to turn a burr or not , Thanks again

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   Ckenney | Nov 21, 2008 06:29pm | #3

   You sharpen the blade similar to regular card scraper. The only difference is that it is at a 45º angle and you are just turning a burr on one side.
   Here's a couple of links.

   http://www2.woodcraft.com/PDF/77A19.pdf
   http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=106

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   Stavemill | Nov 21, 2008 06:43pm | #4

   Thank you great links