Sharpening your plane blade is the most important skill for a handtool woodworker. I have taught thousands of students my freehand (no jig needed) sharpening method which enables you to sharpen your blade in 30 seconds and get right back to work. Once you develop the muscle memory to feel the correct angle to hold the blade you will be
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Great training tool
Very helpful training angle. Good quality and accurate construction.
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John · July 5, 2026
Quality construction.
Works as advertised. High quality material and accurate angles.
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Greg · June 6, 2026
Helpful but could use a few adjustments
The angle trainer is precise but the magnets are so powerful it’s quite difficult to slide or move the plane iron to the correct position. Also aligning the iron or chisel with the edge of the guide is very important to prevent skewing or gouging your stone. Overall super helpful in getting the angles right.