Sharpening Handsaws

Workshop Tip: Tool-Storage Magnets Hold Handsaws for Sharpening
August 15, 2019

A piece of MDF and two inexpensive tool-storage magnets, clamped in a vise, holds blades tightly while filing.
How to Sharpen a Veneer Saw
July 26, 2012

Learn how to sharpen a veneer saw for perfect cuts every time.
Resharpen, Restore a Dovetail Saw
March 1, 2006

Chris Gochnour outlines five easy sharpening steps to a smooth, straight-cutting saw.
Sharpening a Dovetail Saw
February 8, 2006

Tune up a dull dovetail saw to cut fast and straight in five steps.
A Tool Kit for Sharpening Handsaws
February 8, 2006

Find out which tools are required to revive a dull handsaw.
How to Sharpen a Handsaw
August 1, 1997

Make your saws cut straight and fast
Sharpening Handsaws
February 1, 1988

It's a matter of knowing all the angles
The Backsaw
April 1, 1983

How to buy, use and sharpen this basic tool
Sawing by hand
October 1, 1977

Legendary Danish-born woodworker Tage Frid extols the virtues of handsaws over machine-powered saws.

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