Old Reliable from Out West Woodcarving Videos on Vimeo.
As I am always getting questions about this tool I thought I would do a little video on just how I go about getting it ready to do it's wonders. Hopefully, this will answer all your questions should you have any.
I am struck by how spacious your sop is , you are very fortunate to have such a large work space. Just this morning at the carving class I am taking at the local Community College ( personal enrichment course) one of my table mates was carving with his Old Reliable....that he picked up on from your blog. I use one for roughing out, from habit I still use my "regular" knife for finish and details as that was how I learned and it feels more comfortable. I am, however, getting used to the box cutter and using it more and more....only my carvings still look like I made them rather than like yours :)
ReplyDeleteYeah, I've come to the same conclusion. It's not the knife it is the Knife-holder:-(
ReplyDeleteBeing a woman with small hands , I find the utility knife my choice of tools most of the time. It does take time to learn how to use it. But in the long run you will find it is about the best tool you can carve with. Especially removing large amounts of wood. Ginny
ReplyDeleteAfter seeing you (Lynn) use the utility knife many years ago I gave it a try and after learning how to use it, it is now my knife of choice too. I sure do appreciate your videos. :-)
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The closest thing I have to a power sharpener is a Craftsman bench grinder that runs at 3,600 RPM. Is that to fast? I know commercial power sharpeners run much slower, but budget and tiny shop prevent me from buying anything right now.
ReplyDeleteThat's pretty fast. I'd say just use a couple of strops...one loaded with polishing compound and the other bare. Just keep your blade flat against them so you don't roll the cutting edge.
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