you provided the key to using the scraper, and that is finding the right angle to scrape. No one else has provided this information. Thank you. I have used scrapers but didn't like them, now I understand that I was not using the right angle. You are great teacher. I will definitely buy your book.

@gjbmunc

7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very simple, very straightforward in comparison to other methods on KZread I’ve seen on how to prepare and use a scraper. Thank you, Graham. I think I can do this!

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I don’t use my scrapers nearly enough, but by god the results of a well set-up one are a joy :) Thanks again Graham

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Hi Graham. I really like the short videos that you produce. The length is just right. The content is top notch. I am of an age that I am tending more towards the traditional (and quieter) woodworking methods although I have the noisy machines. In South Africa it is also starting to make much more sense with our constant loadshedding. Keep up the good work. Regards. Piers in Kariega, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Great, thank you!

My grandfather was an amazing woodworker who tried to teach me as a child. Here I am at 70 and your videos are bringing it all back. Thank you SO much for sharing your knowledge. A side note, my son and dad are awesome woodworkers (my dad teaching my son) and the skill set completely skipped over me. Thanks again! I'm going to try to catch up to dad and junior with your videos.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

Thank you Mr. Blackburn for the history lessons, practical knowledge and techniques. I am just starting out on my hand tool journey and look forward to each installment.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome

As someone who used a cabinet scraper for hours every day for many years, I'm looking forward to watching this.

@vince55sanders

Жыл бұрын

What were you building?

@harrymason1053

Жыл бұрын

@@vince55sanders Everything. I was a generalist. Doors one day, conference tables the next, and often nothing more that shovel handles.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Hope it helped (or reminded you!)

@vince55sanders

Жыл бұрын

@@gjbmunc have you heard of the fridge magnet trick to keep the scraper from getting hot on the thumbs?

I seem, it's so perfect method of sharpening scraper. Thanks for teaching!

@gjbmunc

5 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

I thought scrapers were just plain stupid until I realized it was the woodworker - not the tool that was failing. A little practice sharpening - then using - one and you'll wonder how you ever got along without it! Thanks for sharing.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

The day I succeeded in sharpening and using a scraper a whole new world opened up for me. Maybe the way you explained, so simple, may help other people to the same.

@gjbmunc

9 ай бұрын

Hope so!

File in a block....Huh, neat trick. Another great episode. I just can't thank you enough for filling in the blanks left by most of the internet woodworking crowd. I have purchased a couple of your books recently. If there are others out there thinking about them, Buy the books. They are fantastic. Love what you are doing sir.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

The step everyone else seems to miss is burnishing the flat edges before turning the edge thank you so much Graham.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

Information degradation and consolidation by other teachers is so apparent when I watch your stuff. The history of why and how is some of the most useful information I've found on woodworking.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us all

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

I just recently used a scraper on a wood project with maple and was able to create some excellent results

@gjbmunc

9 ай бұрын

Scrapers are great!

Excellent presentation of sharpening a scraper. Thank you!

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Really amazing, Graham! Thanks for another lesson! 😃 I have a small saw here that never worked well... My father wanted to put it in the recycling bin, but I have other plans for it. 😬 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

Excellent practical advice. Fabulous channel.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you Graham. I dont use my scrapers enough, but now that you have explained how they work, i think i might give them another go. Great Video

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Wow. That was awesome. I am going to do this immediately.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Go for it!

Thank you.

@gjbmunc

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome.

I remember well how my old Polish grandfather would use pieces of broken window glass to scrape replacement tool handles resulting in a very smooth surface! Of course, there was no burr, but you had an insanely sharp (mostly) square edge.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Sounds cool - and effective.

I'll have to try these improved techniques tomorrow. I've been using scrapers on and off for a few months but my edge technique is wanting.

@gjbmunc

10 ай бұрын

Great, good luck!

An excellent description of preparing a scraper, using simple straightforward language. I do the same with my scrapers, but I also have a couple that are used for rough work, like removing paint or working out saw marks. Those I simply drawfile the edge and set to work.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Sounds good!

Another useful video Graham. I have used scrapers & I like how they make shavings rather than dust. I like to add a sheet magnet to the scraper's back to put my thumbs on so they don't get burned by a hot scrapper. I'll be watching for your next video.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I actually have a Stanley 112 scraper plane. Until recently I didn't have a proper burr on the blade. When I learned how to produce one, the tool became much more than wall art in my shop.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Great!

Thank you

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Excellent explanation and demonstration.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I've used metal packing strap as scratch stock and as a scraper, works well :)

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Great!

Thank you for a great video! I love the simplicity of the scraper, and if something is simple, we can always trust woodworkers to make it difficult! :^) There are more ways to prepare a scraper than there are trees in the forest. I've adopted a very simple free hand method, but I think I'll try yours. The only difference being that you use the burnisher on the sides. I've been using a very fine diamond stone, but burnishing the edges and thereby moving the metal upwards will probably give me a better burr. Thank you.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Thanks 👍

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thank you too

Scrapers are great. For less critical tasks I've even found carefully sharpening with a file is adequate. With a scrap of wide bandsaw blade, you can snip out a custom shaped scraper, file an edge on it and be in business quickly. Some bushcraft or pocket knives also benefit from a filed 90 degree scraper edge on the back.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion!

Thank you for this little tutorial on burnishing scrapers. I have been trying to redo the edge on mine using other instruction and have not been happy with the results.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank You Graham.... Scrapers, a very valuable tool I know is always waiting for me when I need it. #1> Graham when I was in elementary school learning about using the Stanley Hand Plane the teacher would scold anyone that would store their plainer down on it's cutting edge. He insisted on all students to lay the plane on its side when not in use. How do you feel about this rule? #2> Graham could you do a show on the tiny Luthiers hand planes? All of those specialty small intricate hand planes used to make music instruments ? ............TM

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Don't actually have any luthier's planes, but I will try and show some smaller planes I have.

thanks

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Once I made a scraper from the spatula. It is too thin (0.5 mm), but works quite well, Couple weeks ago I bought the No. 80 and failed. It produces rough surface on pine.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Pine can be difficult.

Thank you off to practise😊

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

as someone who likes to find a double use in a tool if I can (I'm a cheapskate 😂) I've used the shank of an HSS twist drill bit as a burnisher tool (13mm for those of us who drive on the correct side of the road 😉)

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Perfect!

@pettere8429

Жыл бұрын

I use the backside of a gouge..

@roman_le

Жыл бұрын

12 mm drill bit works well too.

Graham, you said “you can feel the edge with your fingers BUT you should avoid doing that” because you might cut yourself or is there another reason? I always feel for my burr.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

it's primarily not to break off part of the burr and blunt the edge.

Ah yes, my favorite finishing tool

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Super!

Nice and profi!

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks so much for this tutorial!! What type of file should I use? The first file you used that you inserted 90 degrees into the wood. Is there a specific coarseness or a recommended ##?

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

a regular bastard cut file works fine. just avoid really wide toothed files.

@blackcatespressobar6761

Жыл бұрын

@@gjbmunc thank you so much!! I love your channel!!

Nice.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

One of the more useful tools for wood work. And one of the least used in hobby wood work???

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

It sure is

I used a crappy piece of metal and still made a serviceable scrapper out of it. So hard not to feel for the burr.

@gjbmunc

Жыл бұрын

Good for you!