this is the best video on youtube for sharpening lawn mower blades.. takes the old school guy to teach us young pups how to do stuff. All the other vids makes it so expensive or complicated... thanks Pop!
I now use a lawn service (because of old age) and no longer care about lawn mower blades. *But look at this guy's shop* !!! A pharmacy is no better organized. I admire the dedication and passion he shows in the things he does!
Love it. Regular guy coming up with a solid solution to a repeat annoyance. Well done sir. I will be attempting to duplicate your success and appreciate you sharing your idea.
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Your description and explanation are perfectly presented and really point on and easy to understand. Right to the point, and a pleasure to listen to you.
I wish I only found your jig 30 years ago, innovative; thank you for taking the time to share this one with us. I enjoyed watching it all come together. Play safe from Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada.
You’re not going to like my comment. I attended Foley Belsaw sharpening school in Kansas City several years ago. One quick thing we went over was lawnmower blades. Here’s the process suggested and why. Lawnmower blades are relative soft (mild) steel. Therefore, it can be chipped relatively easily. A bench grinder (especially a 6” wheel) creates a concave grind. Even grass, especially small twigs, can cause that thin edge to chip/dull easily. We did sharpening on a 1” belt sander. Using the vertical portion, hold the blade and push it into the belt ABOVE the metal plate. Those belts have about half backed by a piece of steel and the top portion has no backing. The belt effectively wraps over the blade and creates a convex curve. That puts more steel mass behind the now sharp edge which will last a little longer against grass and twigs. Balancing should not require you to perform essentially another sharpening on the blade. You’ve just performed next weeks sharpening by grinding off more metal on that sharp edge. Instead, grind the END of that blade. You reduce the length by the weight you need to take off to balance the blade. You won’t end up with a couple inches on one wing and full length on the other. This way, you have more of the blade to use and to sharpen next time. It looks like your $80 magnetic balancer is an updated version of the $150 same thing I bought before leaving the school. If you can’t use a ten penny nail in a piece of wood because of that non-round center, our expensive balancers work well. Coating the edge with black Magic Marker won’t be necessary given the 1” belt grinder method. We use that technique in sharpening wood turning tools. BUT, place the edge of the blade against the wheel and Hand Turn the wheel. It will sufficiently scratch the black surface to show where it is cutting. Adjust the angle until the scratches are covering the full bevel. Then turn on the sharpener and sharpen. Testing with the grinder under power creates an unwanted bevel that you have to further grind to remove. Preparing the lawnmower blade by using a wire wheel on a grinder will clean it up real well. Then take the blade to the belt sander and in a couple minutes you’re ready to balance. Take the heavy end to that grinder and place the end of the blade against the wheel lightly. Then test balance and repeat until the blade doesn’t move much or, on that magnetic balancer, is real slow to move. We used jigs for everything. Except when hand sharpening a lawnmower blade.
@@AndyGoetting I suggested what I learned in a school in Kansas City for tool sharpening. Using a grinding wheel is quicker but if you follow the rationale of what we were taught, you might understand why hollow ground isn’t the better style for this softer metal. Many ‘professional’ sharpeners will also continue grinding to balance, as well, rather than grinding only the end which saves blade material. It’s just a technique and trying to quantify one against the other isn’t worth the effort. It’s a lawn mower blade. It will hit things in addition to grass. Sharpening is a regular chore.
Using a belt or flap wheel creates the opposite of hollow ground, which is more robust, but not as sharp. Yes some of us cut other things than grass lol ! Wes is a true craftsman !
Very nice video. I did learn a lot. Thank you for the educational video. That's a cool little jig. Would love to see a video on that shed build. Great video Sir I did enjoy it.
Wes....thanks for a great video and spending the time to explain your jig and parts....your proof is in the pudding as they say....the newly sharpened edges are perfect. I have tried to sharpen blades free hand using a bench grinder....like you said a joke....I have used a 4-1/2" hand held grinder with good results....but your blade holding jig is a better process with perfect results provided the person doing the sharpening is up for the job....and very portable. I've looked at quite a few sharpening videos and yours is my choice for sure....thanks again
Love the jig. We moved recently, and at LAST I have room to build a functional shop!!! Will definitely use the idea you have here. Now to get the blades off the riding Craftsman mower! Thanks, New sub!
Respectfully..Thanks much for the 'Ron Popeil' demo of your 'slicer-dicer' blade sharpener. Might be an idea to build more of these and sell them to your shed customers. Best to you and yours.
This Gentleman is the epitome of what I call a “ Self made Man.” This Jig is impressive! Very clever Wes! As others have commented, just look at his shop and the organization and design. Please stop using the word ‘Old,’ as Y’all will get there one day too! 😊 I had stopped SUBScribing to anymore Channels Wes, but your Video and Your Presentation had me hitting the SUBScribe Button. I hope this finds You well Sir. I appreciate all of the nice and positive comments in here. 👍👏🤝😊
Very nice video and well done as well. Super demo on a item most home owners need, and an easy design even I could duplicate, thanks for a great ideal and sharing it.
I like the set up for grinding, slide pad seem effortless. The balancer, I use a nail in predrilled hole, just my opinion level is level . . Very clean shop thanks for video.
That's a good invention Wes. I was looking for something to hold the cutting edges horizontal for my hand grinder, which, I figured is the easiest angle my brain to cope with but this is a much better setup and control for different blade angles. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you Wes you have solved an age old issue. I mocked one up quickly found everything cheep at ACE. I have a 48" Walker with double blades. I sharped two sets of blades one pair was mulch type and the other was a standard pair. Your system worked wonders on both. The only thing I would suggest is showing people how to balance them. I found a cone shaped balancer at a garage sale that works great. You can also find them on Ebay cheep. You can also use a nail on a wall or post that also works ok I guess. Thanks again Great video.
This is a great idea and video. This is my second, a year later comment to you. I am committed to build this now. Have all the materials. Bought too small vise grips. Bogged down on size of base/bottom board, and size of stationary box that holds moving sled with blade. I have estimated those, but would be easier if i knew what yours were. Thanks for the inspiration.
Terrific video I never thought about a moving jig, just brilliant on your oart. Will watch again to make parts list..Acyually probanly have every thing, just can't figure out small square tube. Thanks again. TOM
Great idea! I’m working on a design for use with my Angle Grinder, and the Angle Grinder will be moving. Alignment and Angle are critical. I don’t have a Welder, so I have to keep it simple.
Hi Wes, What a GREAT design!! I have started working on my own version. I am having trouble locating the parts to build the blade sharpener. I can find the t-hinge but, I can't find the L ( orJ ) long threaded bolt, and/or the threaded lockdown sleeves and attaching foot bracket. Can you please list the sizes of these parts ( dimemeter /length ) and maybe where you bought them? Thanks Again for a GREAT video showing your mower blade sharpener design! it's very clever.
T Smith, The long threaded bold it actually a length cut from a 1/4" threaded rod purchased at Home Depot. The sleeves you mentioned are 1/4" threaded rod couplers including eh foot bracket. The square tubing piece welded to the T-Hing is also from Home depot but is sort of an optional item as indicated in the video and could be used with out it. The foot bracket also could be devised in a different way if you have no access to a welder. I first had it held down with a piece of wood with a hole drilled in it to hold the threaded rod coupler and screwed the wood bracket down with screws. There are other ways it could be held in place as well. I continue to use this sharpening technique with good results. I have repaired lawnmowers and small engines off and on for over 50 years mostly as a side line but also worked at small engine repair shops. I like this simple way and reasonable small cost's involved with building it. Thanks, Wes McBride
A fine tutorial, Sir. I sharpen my blades a minimum of 3 times a season using my very old heavy duty Craftsman 9" angle hand grinder. Place the blade vertical in a bench vise and have at it.
Wes thanks for sharing your ideas. Your right I feel the same way on sharing my blades and my friends blades. I like having my blades sharp but I would rather take a beating than sharpen them. Thanks
Holy crap! That is brilliant!!! Simple as snot and works. Only thing I would do it every so often check the angle you are grinding. It would be easy to get way off... 1% each time X 10 grindings is 10% off... - Oh, and for that little 'cone balance' thing you are talking about that didn't work, I bet you had an old one. So do I but had to buy a new one for my in-laws blades, that has the same star (John Deere) center hole and it works perfect. Over the years they added more little steps on them to fit more/newer blades.
Mr McBride, Fantastic Idea and great work. Just finished making one, hope you don't mind but I copied yours. I used scraps that I had. Total cost was around 11.00. Had to buy the T hinge and the 3 couplers. Works great thank you.
Great, glad to hear that. I should have mentioned in the video that drilling a larger hole in T-hinge where treaded rod goes through will help and also bending the tip of the T-hinge might help make is smoother operating when changing angles. Thanks, Wes
Thanks for this video! What a great idea! Ya know? You could put a wooden rail on the platform box so it would slide equally…think of a table saw guide.
How do you know you’re at a 30° angle without using a protractor? Unless that blade had a previous 30° angle? The nice thing is it’s easy to measure this set the jig and go to town. Also a belt sander could also work as you could be any height but this works as well
A few ounces of "Dance Wax" between the two pieces of plywood should make that jig float like a boat on water. You remember "Dance Wax," right? My older sister had bought some back in the 1960's for a dance in the basement. It sure made the floor slick. Maybe it would work on the jig.
Thank You, Wes - for the great idea. It is difficult to hold the blade consistently or hold a hand grinder consistently Liked-Subscribed-Notified! Nice video... and at $50/pair of blades - its much better to sharpen your own. I like the adjustability of your fixture. Nice work
What about the spindle the blades attached to. Blocking the blade with a piece of wood and cranking the bolt can get you a blown spindle. Id rather tip the push and sharpen with a drill. Riders? Car ramps?
To sharpen you should point the blade into the wheel, not away as here. I really don't like that his jig moves in 2 dimensions - which can divot the cutting surface.
Nice video Sir, my balancer is a 8p nail in a pre drilled hole..snug that can be removed. The star hole has a center curve, round will self center. When the sharp edge is complete and one side is heavy where do you take off metal. thanks again and nice jig for sharpening.
Installed these on a riding mower ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxetgfkJxfdT_B2vGYP-uNTLaBbim9OKTD . They were sharp out of the box, although I've never liked blade edges that were coated...not quite as sharp as I personally want. Using my belt sander, I removed the coating from the cutting edges and refined the edge enough to shave with them. So far, after three runs, these blades are holding up as expected. Even after hitting a few fallen 1/2 inch or so branches, the edges are still sharp as heck. No edge dings, no warping, etc. As far as installing them, the cutouts were of the proper size and shape to fit my aging Craftsman mower. Very satisfied.
this is the best video on youtube for sharpening lawn mower blades.. takes the old school guy to teach us young pups how to do stuff. All the other vids makes it so expensive or complicated... thanks Pop!
I now use a lawn service (because of old age) and no longer care about lawn mower blades. *But look at this guy's shop* !!! A pharmacy is no better organized. I admire the dedication and passion he shows in the things he does!
It seems like we just get it all figured out and then we are too old to get anything done!
Thanks! Finally have a way to consistently sharpen mower blades! The simplest solutions are always the best!
Love it. Regular guy coming up with a solid solution to a repeat annoyance. Well done sir. I will be attempting to duplicate your success and appreciate you sharing your idea.
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So simple but so clever! Best video on sharpening mover blades I have seen! Thank you very much!
Very good job Wes!, built one today and put 30 deg sharp edges on all 6 blades for my two mowers in short order!! Thanks!!
Old guys rule. Old school rules. Thank you sir. I like and appreciate what you've done here.
Your description and explanation are perfectly presented and really point on and easy to understand. Right to the point, and a pleasure to listen to you.
I love the simplicity of the jig. Thank you.
I just made this from your demo .....it works so awesome , you made it look so easy , thankyou for posting this
Built one of these yesterday. Amazing. Hard part is straightening out all the blades I have previously sharpened. Fantastic!!!
Thank you sir. The older (72) I get the more I need and enjoy figuring out how to work smarter.
You are a smart guy Mr. McBride! Thanks for the education.
Brilliant. Cheap. Effective. That's a winner in my book.
I wish I only found your jig 30 years ago, innovative; thank you for taking the time to share this one with us. I enjoyed watching it all come together.
Play safe from Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada.
This man here is what makes America great!
Thanks for sharing your method. Such a simple answer to being able to sharpen blades.
You’re not going to like my comment. I attended Foley Belsaw sharpening school in Kansas City several years ago. One quick thing we went over was lawnmower blades. Here’s the process suggested and why. Lawnmower blades are relative soft (mild) steel. Therefore, it can be chipped relatively easily. A bench grinder (especially a 6” wheel) creates a concave grind. Even grass, especially small twigs, can cause that thin edge to chip/dull easily. We did sharpening on a 1” belt sander. Using the vertical portion, hold the blade and push it into the belt ABOVE the metal plate. Those belts have about half backed by a piece of steel and the top portion has no backing. The belt effectively wraps over the blade and creates a convex curve. That puts more steel mass behind the now sharp edge which will last a little longer against grass and twigs. Balancing should not require you to perform essentially another sharpening on the blade. You’ve just performed next weeks sharpening by grinding off more metal on that sharp edge. Instead, grind the END of that blade. You reduce the length by the weight you need to take off to balance the blade. You won’t end up with a couple inches on one wing and full length on the other. This way, you have more of the blade to use and to sharpen next time. It looks like your $80 magnetic balancer is an updated version of the $150 same thing I bought before leaving the school. If you can’t use a ten penny nail in a piece of wood because of that non-round center, our expensive balancers work well. Coating the edge with black Magic Marker won’t be necessary given the 1” belt grinder method. We use that technique in sharpening wood turning tools. BUT, place the edge of the blade against the wheel and Hand Turn the wheel. It will sufficiently scratch the black surface to show where it is cutting. Adjust the angle until the scratches are covering the full bevel. Then turn on the sharpener and sharpen. Testing with the grinder under power creates an unwanted bevel that you have to further grind to remove. Preparing the lawnmower blade by using a wire wheel on a grinder will clean it up real well. Then take the blade to the belt sander and in a couple minutes you’re ready to balance. Take the heavy end to that grinder and place the end of the blade against the wheel lightly. Then test balance and repeat until the blade doesn’t move much or, on that magnetic balancer, is real slow to move. We used jigs for everything. Except when hand sharpening a lawnmower blade.
the professional sharpeners grind the same type of hollow ground edge like wes', i like it for sure
@@AndyGoetting I suggested what I learned in a school in Kansas City for tool sharpening. Using a grinding wheel is quicker but if you follow the rationale of what we were taught, you might understand why hollow ground isn’t the better style for this softer metal. Many ‘professional’ sharpeners will also continue grinding to balance, as well, rather than grinding only the end which saves blade material. It’s just a technique and trying to quantify one against the other isn’t worth the effort. It’s a lawn mower blade. It will hit things in addition to grass. Sharpening is a regular chore.
@@AndyGoetting …and, hollow ground is highly preferred for harder metals since it permits a far sharper edge.
Using a belt or flap wheel creates the opposite of hollow ground, which is more robust, but not as sharp. Yes some of us cut other things than grass lol ! Wes is a true craftsman !
Excellent video and ingenious design. Thank you!
Very nice video. I did learn a lot. Thank you for the educational video. That's a cool little jig. Would love to see a video on that shed build. Great video Sir I did enjoy it.
Wes....thanks for a great video and spending the time to explain your jig and parts....your proof is in the pudding as they say....the newly sharpened edges are perfect. I have tried to sharpen blades free hand using a bench grinder....like you said a joke....I have used a 4-1/2" hand held grinder with good results....but your blade holding jig is a better process with perfect results provided the person doing the sharpening is up for the job....and very portable. I've looked at quite a few sharpening videos and yours is my choice for sure....thanks again
I think that you sir are a very smart craftsman and a very good American spokesman !
An old dog TEACHING new tricks! 👍👍
Love the jig. We moved recently, and at LAST I have room to build a functional shop!!! Will definitely use the idea you have here. Now to get the blades off the riding Craftsman mower! Thanks, New sub!
Respectfully..Thanks much for the 'Ron Popeil' demo of your 'slicer-dicer' blade sharpener. Might be an idea to build more of these and sell them to your shed customers. Best to you and yours.
This Gentleman is the epitome of what I call a “ Self made Man.” This Jig is impressive! Very clever Wes! As others have commented, just look at his shop and the organization and design. Please stop using the word ‘Old,’ as Y’all will get there one day too! 😊
I had stopped SUBScribing to anymore Channels Wes, but your Video and Your Presentation had me hitting the SUBScribe Button. I hope this finds You well Sir. I appreciate all of the nice and positive comments in here. 👍👏🤝😊
Genius Sir, just plain Genius! I'm headed to the hardware store now! Thank you!!
I've been throwing blades away for 20 years because my sharing skills did more harm than good. Thank you for that piece of wisdom
Who is it that your sharing them with?
Sharpening
Well thought out and it’s simplicity is genius! Thanks for the great video
Great video. Would love to see a close up view of the sharpening set up. And definitely would like to see a video of the shed/building build.
Very nice video and well done as well. Super demo on a item most home owners need, and an easy design even I could duplicate, thanks for a great ideal and sharing it.
It would be nice to see a real good close up of the sharpener for some of our old eyes
Thank you
I like the set up for grinding, slide pad seem effortless. The balancer, I use a nail in predrilled hole, just my opinion level is level . . Very clean shop thanks for video.
Thanks Wes for posting this interesting video. I love the simplicity and low cost of your solution.
hey wes, any chance you could provide parts list?
That's a good invention Wes. I was looking for something to hold the cutting edges horizontal for my hand grinder, which, I figured is the easiest angle my brain to cope with but this is a much better setup and control for different blade angles. Thank you for sharing.
your welcome
Good job! I will try to build the jig to enjoy sharpening my blade as well.
Thanks for your tips!
Excellent and simple. Very well done...
Genius! That looks like an excellent way to sharpen blades. I might have a go at building this for myself.
*"A clean work bench is a symptom of the diseased mind"-Albert Einstein*
The best ideas are always simple 👌
Thank you Wes you have solved an age old issue. I mocked one up quickly found everything cheep at ACE. I have a 48" Walker with double blades. I sharped two sets of blades one pair was mulch type and the other was a standard pair. Your system worked wonders on both. The only thing I would suggest is showing people how to balance them. I found a cone shaped balancer at a garage sale that works great. You can also find them on Ebay cheep. You can also use a nail on a wall or post that also works ok I guess. Thanks again Great video.
didnt you watched the whole video he showed a balancer
This is a great idea and video. This is my second, a year later comment to you. I am committed to build this now. Have all the materials. Bought too small vise grips. Bogged down on size of base/bottom board, and size of stationary box that holds moving sled with blade. I have estimated those, but would be easier if i knew what yours were. Thanks for the inspiration.
Terrific video I never thought about a moving jig, just brilliant on your oart. Will watch again to make parts list..Acyually probanly have every thing, just can't figure out small square tube. Thanks again. TOM
Great idea! I’m working on a design for use with my Angle Grinder, and the Angle Grinder will be moving. Alignment and Angle are critical. I don’t have a Welder, so I have to keep it simple.
you could probably even jb weld it.
Thanks for sharing. Awesome jig.
Very nice,great video!👍🏻
Hi Wes, What a GREAT design!! I have started working on my own version. I am having trouble locating the parts to build the blade sharpener. I can find the t-hinge but, I can't find the L ( orJ ) long threaded bolt, and/or the threaded lockdown sleeves and attaching foot bracket. Can you please list the sizes of these parts ( dimemeter /length ) and maybe where you bought them? Thanks Again for a GREAT video showing your mower blade sharpener design! it's very clever.
T Smith, The long threaded bold it actually a length cut from a 1/4" threaded rod purchased at Home Depot. The sleeves you mentioned are 1/4" threaded rod couplers including eh foot bracket. The square tubing piece welded to the T-Hing is also from Home depot but is sort of an optional item as indicated in the video and could be used with out it. The foot bracket also could be devised in a different way if you have no access to a welder. I first had it held down with a piece of wood with a hole drilled in it to hold the threaded rod coupler and screwed the wood bracket down with screws. There are other ways it could be held in place as well. I continue to use this sharpening technique with good results. I have repaired lawnmowers and small engines off and on for over 50 years mostly as a side line but also worked at small engine repair shops. I like this simple way and reasonable small cost's involved with building it. Thanks, Wes McBride
@@wesmcbride4531 Thanks for the parts infor for the mower blade sharpener! Building it now.
lawn season is here in south fla, so i am going to build one. thanks. where did you get the blade balancer?
thank you for sharing your wisdom for the rest of us sir.
Good job, thank you for sharing your idea..
nice work on the shop, drawers, work boxes and organisation. Lots of stuff in a small space there
Wes, You are a smart man.
A fine tutorial, Sir. I sharpen my blades a minimum of 3 times a season using my very old heavy duty Craftsman 9" angle hand grinder. Place the blade vertical in a bench vise and have at it.
VERY INGENIOUS SHARPNING TOOL. THANK YOU SHARING THIS!!
Wes thanks for sharing your ideas. Your right I feel the same way on sharing my blades and my friends blades. I like having my blades sharp but I would rather take a beating than sharpen them. Thanks
Loved your jig sir thank you for sharing ime sure this will be very helpful for a lot of people
Nice jig for sharpening. I use a nail into the wall or stud to balance blade. the star hole has 1 dip that is centered. Thanks for the video.
You are a smart man!
Holy crap! That is brilliant!!! Simple as snot and works. Only thing I would do it every so often check the angle you are grinding. It would be easy to get way off... 1% each time X 10 grindings is 10% off... - Oh, and for that little 'cone balance' thing you are talking about that didn't work, I bet you had an old one. So do I but had to buy a new one for my in-laws blades, that has the same star (John Deere) center hole and it works perfect. Over the years they added more little steps on them to fit more/newer blades.
Mr McBride, Fantastic Idea and great work. Just finished making one, hope you don't mind but I copied yours. I used scraps that I had. Total cost was around 11.00. Had to buy the T hinge and the 3 couplers. Works great thank you.
Great, glad to hear that. I should have mentioned in the video that drilling a larger hole in T-hinge where treaded rod goes through will help and also bending the tip of the T-hinge might help make is smoother operating when changing angles. Thanks, Wes
@@wesmcbride4531 I had seen the bent tip in your video and I did drill the hole in the hinge to 5/16. Thanks again I now enjoy sharpening blades
Great video!
I’m looking forward to to shed build and the detailed cost list.
What grinding wheel works best for you?
Nicely done Wes !! .
Thanks for this video! What a great idea! Ya know? You could put a wooden rail on the platform box so it would slide equally…think of a table saw guide.
Great Idea! Thanks for sharing your technique.
Old school jig. Great job.
Great video. One thing in particular I liked was there was no "like and subscribe" plea.
What a great idea. Thank you Wes
Yankee engine uity. If you'll pardon the French. I love the creativity. And it's essentially free.
Thanks for sharing good idea will be making one thanks.
How do you know you’re at a 30° angle without using a protractor?
Unless that blade had a previous 30° angle?
The nice thing is it’s easy to measure this set the jig and go to town.
Also a belt sander could also work as you could be any height but this works as well
A few ounces of "Dance Wax" between the two pieces of plywood should make that jig float like a boat on water. You remember "Dance Wax," right? My older sister had bought some back in the 1960's for a dance in the basement. It sure made the floor slick. Maybe it would work on the jig.
or corn meal on the floor
Nice jig, how do you balance the blade after sharpening?
Watch the video again as he shows balancer which is the most expensive part.
I like it Mr. McBride! I will build my own soon....
Thanks and wishing you success, Wes
Great video!
Excellent video!
That hinge in genius
Thanks for sharing, Wes. Awesome jig.
Wes, please don't encourage these theives by highlighting their comments. They're just trying to rip folks off. Thanks.
Thank You, Wes - for the great idea. It is difficult to hold the blade consistently or hold a hand grinder consistently Liked-Subscribed-Notified! Nice video... and at $50/pair of blades - its much better to sharpen your own. I like the adjustability of your fixture. Nice work
What about the spindle the blades attached to. Blocking the blade with a piece of wood and cranking the bolt can get you a blown spindle. Id rather tip the push and sharpen with a drill. Riders? Car ramps?
great simple jig for sharpening Mower Blades. TKU!
But I want to spend $250+ on a sharping system that doesn’t work. Terrific video!
Shades of a skate sharpener. Great idea!
Super job my friend. I'll certainly make me one. You saved me time and money
Glad I could help
Thanks for the great idea
That is awesome.
Uncle Wes, Thanx, nicley done :)!
great idea dont forget after sharpening the blade has to be balanced!!!!!!!!!
Great idea thanks 🇨🇦👍
To sharpen you should point the blade into the wheel, not away as here. I really don't like that his jig moves in 2 dimensions - which can divot the cutting surface.
Nice video Sir, my balancer is a 8p nail in a pre drilled hole..snug that can be removed. The star hole has a center curve, round will self center. When the sharp edge is complete and one side is heavy where do you take off metal. thanks again and nice jig for sharpening.
Excellent, thank you.
nice job just don't forget to balance it.
Any chance you could provide a bill of materials?
James Moore do you mean supply the materials and ship to you?
VERY NICE THANK YOU
nice job
that's pretty cool--- great idea
👍Great idea thanks
Installed these on a riding mower ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxetgfkJxfdT_B2vGYP-uNTLaBbim9OKTD . They were sharp out of the box, although I've never liked blade edges that were coated...not quite as sharp as I personally want. Using my belt sander, I removed the coating from the cutting edges and refined the edge enough to shave with them. So far, after three runs, these blades are holding up as expected. Even after hitting a few fallen 1/2 inch or so branches, the edges are still sharp as heck. No edge dings, no warping, etc. As far as installing them, the cutouts were of the proper size and shape to fit my aging Craftsman mower. Very satisfied.
Thanks