Wood may seem like a soft, weak material if you’re used to working with steel, but to do good work, you’ll quickly learn you need your tools sharp. Buying and maintaining a good set of tools can be ...

Whether it’s a chisel, ax, or pruning shears–dull tools not only make work harder but also increase the risk of injury. Why this is the case and how to easily sharpen dull blades with a whetstone is ...

While sharpening stones can work well, buffing wheels offer a quick and effective alternative method for tool sharpening. The best way to sharpen tools, such as wood chisels, plane irons and knives, ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

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In this video, we demonstrate the process of sharpening a Forstner bit, an essential tool in woodworking. Learn the techniques to maintain your bit's performance and ensure clean, precise holes in ...