Sharpening course for chisel and plane blades
Description
This course takes students step-by-step through the entire process of creating and honing a razor-sharp edge on a chisel or plane blade. I have designed the course with the goal that students leave the session with everything you need to be able to have a go at home, and so all equipment that you use on the day is yours to keep when the course is finished. On this course, you will learn the science of sharpening, then go through the stages of renovating an old chisel or plane blade - or preparing a new one for use - and crucially, if you attend this course you will take away all the equipment you used on the day, so that you can continue to develop your skills going forward. You will also be given extensive information in order to help you develop your knowledge and skill in future. This course is for you if: - You have some old chisels, and maybe a woodworking plane or two, that you don’t use because they’re not sharp, - Your new chisel used to be sharp, but it’s not cutting like it was before and you don’t know how to sharpen it, - You have some sharpening equipment and experience, but not enough to achieve the results you need for your woodworking.
What's included in the price?
All materials and tools are provided. Tea, coffee and home-made snacks are part of the package.
Duration
4½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Finbarr Lucas is a master-craftsman with a portfolio of furniture work stretching back 25 years. He has made work for the RHS at Chatsworth, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and Sheffield Botanical Gardens. He has also created numerous hardwood pieces for private and commercial customers, and he was the Workshop Expert on BBC’s Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Limited mobility
- Father's Day
- Public transport
- Mother's Day
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Corporate days out & team building
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
FAQs
No previous experience of sharpening is required! I will guide you through every stage of the process, offering as little or as much help as you need.
Yes, there is a large car park where you can leave your car each day, at no cost.
Yes, there are several buses that stop nearby, and the main Sheffield train station is less than 2 miles away.
The workshop building itself is on the far side of a small courtyard. The workshop is on the ground floor of this building, with no step to get into the space. Toilets are through another door only 4m away.
