Brian Boggs: 20 Years of Concave Spokeshave Sharpening

After four decades of chairmaking, I’ve tried countless sharpening techniques—but this method has stood the test of time. In this video, I demonstrate my go-to approach for sharpening concave blades, including how to correct mistakes with a honing cylinder. While mastering the grinder takes practice, this system makes refining your edge easier than ever. For more on using and sharpening handtools, watch Mastering Spokeshaves and Drawknives with Brian Boggs. Key Steps Covered: Grinding technique for concave blades Using a honing cylinder to fix errors Tips for maintaining a razor-sharp edge Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned woodworker, this method will help you achieve cleaner, smoother cuts in your chairmaking projects. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/