Just a little tip for you. When sharpening a carpenters pencil. Do this. Instead of using the strength of your right arm to push the blade through the wood. Use the strength of your Left Thumb to press on the back side of the knife and push the blade through the wood. Only using the right hand to guide the direction of the cut. Learned this because my right arm isn't very strong. Works a treat .... try it. By the way thank you for the video.
Good video. And for anyone who doesn’t want to wield a knife you can use a Keson CP-2 pencil sharpener. Made specifically for carpenters’ pencils, one side sharpens the longer side then you flip it over and fit the pencil into that side to sharpen the narrow side. Easy please!
Use sharpeners included in tube of pencils. Yellow sharpeners collect in tool bags, pouches, etc. so there's always one around. All the 'shorties' within reach get nice fine point at the same time. "Back in the day"- before lumber salesmen gave out lumber yard pencils, before there were so many stores selling carpenter pencils, used to sharpen on whatever saw blade was close. Skill mostly, or table saw. Never a nick to a finger or chip in eye either. Was a different world back then. No pencil, scratch with nail! All the Stanley utility knives were dull from roofing. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the true craftsmanship!
Funny how I see this today when it was only just a few days ago that I noticed that other guys in my shop didn't know how to sharpen a carpenter's pencil like this. I made a point of it(pun intended) to follow all the same steps as what you had shared and they "got it"... but this video will now be my reference if there's any doubters 💪😎 Thanks
I do 4 passes and get a boxy end which is good for rough carpentry like framing or decking because you have a thick lead that doesn't need to be resharpened as soon. Writing on OSB will use up your lead really fast. For trim I use a pen, or take my boxy lead and sand it down on an abrasive surface like you said.
Thank you. This is very helpful information yet one of those things that new guys such as myself would have a tough time asking someone on a job of how to sharpen a damn pencil.
Just ask in complimentary manner. Anyone worth caring about will respect you for asking and more for learning. Most experienced craftsman enjoy passing on their knowledge and once realizing the interest will pass on their skill just as Vancouver Carpenter does.
You can sharpen your pencil in many different ways for different tasks. Cut harder to one side and make it a point for a scriber, cut very blunt for brickwork so you can mark without breaking the lead, and your method for carpentry/finer work. You can also sharpen both ends with different functions in mind if you're working on mixed tasks.
I found your video useful, entertaining and anything :). just a note, for scribing, I like to offset the sharpened edge or point closer to one side of the pencil (offset from center about 1/8" to 3/16"). I then cut off the wood, on the opposing side of that point, in a long angled flat edged manner. This way, I can scribe running the long flat edge against the surface and the offset point scribes the pattern... I hope you get the point... offset point that is ;)
You’re very sharp and gave me something to chew on. Perhaps we could invite Ben to update the video as a #2 using the pencil on those nice white cabinets..I would consider it modern “graphity”
I will never forget back in high school , I had a substitute teacher in wood shop that day and I was using a carpenters pencil and the teacher asked me what kind of pencil is that.
I prefer my Festool laser guided CNC pencil sharpener. In just five minutes I have a perfectly sharpened pencil. It does offsets, centered, dull, and pointed sharpening, without the use of dangerous utility knives. I tow it behind in its special trailer with the included generator to power it. It's a bargain at $1,499. Get yours while supplies last. (Not affiliated with Festool or any other prohibitively priced manufacturers.)
WHAT??? Where is the hawk and trowel? I see no mud being applied to walls, here...no pans, no knives, no taping - who is this person and what have you done with Ben? I feel like I am in some sort of alternate reality...
Thank you I'm a highly skilled Tradesman and I never knew how to do that. I'm being totally serious. In fact I'm so bad at it, I would sharpen it on an angle grinder or a bench grinder.
Okay now this is scary. I literally just bought a pack of pencils and just sharpened one. I actually have a sharpener for mine though. No need for this method BUT it will do in a pinch for sure. Just wondering how you knew I bought pencils?
It depends on the application for me. Mechanical pencils are nice but sometimes the lead is just too weak. I used to hate carpenters pencils but now I use them all the time.
@@MikeHeath yeah it happens and the positive is that just click the end or twist it and you have a nice point, I also have one that you shake one hard time and it loads more. I could see where mech. pencils would be terrible for framers especially that need tough points they can bare down on for rough cutting.
I want to second Travis in recommending See Jane Drill channel about carpenter's pencils. Here's a summary of what she explains. Reasons for shape of carpenter's pencil: 1. Doesn't roll away 2. Half inch wide by quarter inch thick and can be used for quick measurements or spacer 3. Can sharpen to different shapes for different tasks 3.A. Angled on one side = use as a scribing tool 3.B. Blunt flat edge = use on rough surfaces 3.C. Sharp edge = precision marking 4. Can sharpen both ends, either different shapes for different tasks or just so you can work longer before stopping to resharpen
I forgot the recipe for Ice Cubes... I would appreciate an instructional video on that if possible. Just Joking... I had my grandmother write it down for me.
What the what if you need to watch this to learn how to sharpen a pencil you should put down the hammer and walk away and call a pro like the Vancouver carpenter cuz your going to make more work for the next guy
Nobody ever taught me this. This is something everybody assumes people already know.
Thank you.
Just a little tip for you. When sharpening a carpenters pencil. Do this. Instead of using the strength of your right arm to push the blade through the wood. Use the strength of your Left Thumb to press on the back side of the knife and push the blade through the wood. Only using the right hand to guide the direction of the cut. Learned this because my right arm isn't very strong. Works a treat .... try it. By the way thank you for the video.
Good video. And for anyone who doesn’t want to wield a knife you can use a Keson CP-2 pencil sharpener. Made specifically for carpenters’ pencils, one side sharpens the longer side then you flip it over and fit the pencil into that side to sharpen the narrow side. Easy please!
Use sharpeners included in tube of pencils. Yellow sharpeners collect in tool bags, pouches, etc. so there's always one around. All the 'shorties' within reach get nice fine point at the same time. "Back in the day"- before lumber salesmen gave out lumber yard pencils, before there were so many stores selling carpenter pencils, used to sharpen on whatever saw blade was close. Skill mostly, or table saw. Never a nick to a finger or chip in eye either. Was a different world back then. No pencil, scratch with nail! All the Stanley utility knives were dull from roofing. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the true craftsmanship!
Funny how I see this today when it was only just a few days ago that I noticed that other guys in my shop didn't know how to sharpen a carpenter's pencil like this.
I made a point of it(pun intended) to follow all the same steps as what you had shared and they "got it"... but this video will now be my reference if there's any doubters 💪😎 Thanks
I do 4 passes and get a boxy end which is good for rough carpentry like framing or decking because you have a thick lead that doesn't need to be resharpened as soon. Writing on OSB will use up your lead really fast. For trim I use a pen, or take my boxy lead and sand it down on an abrasive surface like you said.
The sandpaper idea is pretty excellent!
Thank you. This is very helpful information yet one of those things that new guys such as myself would have a tough time asking someone on a job of how to sharpen a damn pencil.
Just ask in complimentary manner. Anyone worth caring about will respect you for asking and more for learning. Most experienced craftsman enjoy passing on their knowledge and once realizing the interest will pass on their skill just as Vancouver Carpenter does.
Really I would sharpen my pencils and tear up the lead before I got it just right.
You can sharpen your pencil in many different ways for different tasks. Cut harder to one side and make it a point for a scriber, cut very blunt for brickwork so you can mark without breaking the lead, and your method for carpentry/finer work. You can also sharpen both ends with different functions in mind if you're working on mixed tasks.
I found your video useful, entertaining and anything :). just a note, for scribing, I like to offset the sharpened edge or point closer to one side of the pencil (offset from center about 1/8" to 3/16"). I then cut off the wood, on the opposing side of that point, in a long angled flat edged manner. This way, I can scribe running the long flat edge against the surface and the offset point scribes the pattern... I hope you get the point... offset point that is ;)
Very simple and straightforward. This method is most excellent for this carpenter pencil 👍
Just sharpened my pencils this way. Works great! Thanks!
Great video, gets right to the point ...
I was on the edge then I saw ur point... I guess it was meant 2B
You’re very sharp and gave me something to chew on. Perhaps we could invite Ben to update the video as a #2 using the pencil on those nice white cabinets..I would consider it modern “graphity”
@@edover50 you guys!😂
You should write technical manuals. You're excellent at explaining everything
Thank You.. my first buy and I thought how do u sharpen this ✏️. U explain it well. Now I’m glad I know how to sharpen my ✏️ the right way.
I will never forget back in high school , I had a substitute teacher in wood shop that day and I was using a carpenters pencil and the teacher asked me what kind of pencil is that.
Sandpaper trick was great
Wow this guy is awesome. I wonder if he can treflip as effectively as he can sharpen a carpenters pencil
I always wondered if there was a proper way to sharpen pencils instead of just winging it. Now I know! Thanks!
Nice knowledge nugget. There are lots of folks that are not very tradesey who can use this for sure!!
Is that a Dewalt blade ? Not sure if I've seen that before
I prefer my Festool laser guided CNC pencil sharpener. In just five minutes I have a perfectly sharpened pencil. It does offsets, centered, dull, and pointed sharpening, without the use of dangerous utility knives. I tow it behind in its special trailer with the included generator to power it. It's a bargain at $1,499. Get yours while supplies last. (Not affiliated with Festool or any other prohibitively priced manufacturers.)
Thats funny!
There’s other points to know. Essential craftsman and seejanedrill are both good
By that I mean there are different shaped points to learn to cut into your pencil
Yeah, this video shows a few tricks for using the pencil: ua-cam.com/video/GAsSOnU0jqk/v-deo.html
WHAT??? Where is the hawk and trowel? I see no mud being applied to walls, here...no pans, no knives, no taping - who is this person and what have you done with Ben? I feel like I am in some sort of alternate reality...
Thank you I'm a highly skilled Tradesman and I never knew how to do that. I'm being totally serious. In fact I'm so bad at it, I would sharpen it on an angle grinder or a bench grinder.
COOL, but I bet The Handyman makes fun of you! He did with see Jane drill, & honest Lee! 😬😠😕😑 Love the channel! 😄😯😉
Ty
Okay now this is scary. I literally just bought a pack of pencils and just sharpened one. I actually have a sharpener for mine though. No need for this method BUT it will do in a pinch for sure.
Just wondering how you knew I bought pencils?
EARL lol. It came with the pack. Was sceptic too but it does a great job.
Directions unclear now all my pencils have no erasers.
How do you tape a ceiling corner that butts up to a concrete wall like a garage or porch?
What's next, Ben, how to machine wash a tape measure?
Great video as usual! ✌️
I find mechanical pencils to be pretty good
It depends on the application for me. Mechanical pencils are nice but sometimes the lead is just too weak. I used to hate carpenters pencils but now I use them all the time.
@@MikeHeath yeah it happens and the positive is that just click the end or twist it and you have a nice point, I also have one that you shake one hard time and it loads more. I could see where mech. pencils would be terrible for framers especially that need tough points they can bare down on for rough cutting.
I use 0.9 size lead . Do you know of any thicker lead for mechanical pencils?
@@mallugasify no I don't know lof any
@@mallugasify Pentel makes a 1.3 mm lead mechanical pencil model AM13
Great!
What a pain in the ass!
or you can use the dedicated sharpener
Why are carpenter pencils a thing .. am I missing some special property or ability they have that my Ticonderoga Dixon #2 doesn’t have?
Stronger
They are not round, so they won't roll away & off things.
@@GVL1 never thought about that reason but it's true.
@Lasr8 darn tootin you can!
Regular pencils may not stand up to making a mark or line over wood knots or coarse wood like plywood.
Geez Ben, a real certified pencil sharpening expert would have licked the sharpened end after forming...yum.
do a video of how to do a video!
Thank you 😊
That Vancouver Carpenter is sharper than his pencil. Just wanted to point that out.
captainkidd1234 I wonder how you were lead to that conclusion
torridice
2B or not 2B, that is the question....
captainkidd1234 clearly we could draw this out forever
torridice
You have the right to write this rite if there is anything left...
I sharpen both ends
By the way, why do carpenter pens have that shape?
good one... 1/2" x 1/4" hmmm :-)
Stronger
See Jane Drill did a nice vid on it:
ua-cam.com/video/GAsSOnU0jqk/v-deo.html
Ok, I'm done whittling my wood, late for work better get the lead out.
I want to second Travis in recommending See Jane Drill channel about carpenter's pencils.
Here's a summary of what she explains.
Reasons for shape of carpenter's pencil:
1. Doesn't roll away
2. Half inch wide by quarter inch thick and can be used for quick measurements or spacer
3. Can sharpen to different shapes for different tasks
3.A. Angled on one side = use as a scribing tool
3.B. Blunt flat edge = use on rough surfaces
3.C. Sharp edge = precision marking
4. Can sharpen both ends, either different shapes for different tasks or just so you can work longer before stopping to resharpen
Make a video about making a video
Thank you!
Thank you!!!!
I...uh...used a dull blade. It's all good, though; I followed your instructions and now I almost look like a carpenter.
I forgot the recipe for Ice Cubes... I would appreciate an instructional video on that if possible.
Just Joking... I had my grandmother write it down for me.
Can you do a video on how I load ink into my fountain pen.😎
This video should really be on your Vancouver Drywaller channel
Those aren’t pencils, those are skill saw guard hold-er-open-ers
OMG I just used my today.
Sharp knife a no brainer
MIND BLOWN!!!! 🤯🤯 joking aside, I have to sharpen my helps pencils. Sad, but true....
Get the lead out!
What I want to find is an electric carpenter pencil sharpener
My boss sent me here 😑
Graphite.
Неправильно!
Как бы это парадоксально не звучало, но гораздо проще (грифиль не сломается) точить на себя, как когда Вы чистите морковь.
This is actually not how you use a carpenters pencil
What the what if you need to watch this to learn how to sharpen a pencil you should put down the hammer and walk away and call a pro like the Vancouver carpenter cuz your going to make more work for the next guy
Hmmm, i use a plane!
Or a chisel.
Thank you😇