Burnishing and Using Cabinet Scrapers

Ernie Conover provides a comprehensive overview of the classic three-piece cabinet scraper set. He discusses the differences between different scrapers, how to keep and maintain the scraper blades and takes a look at some of their uses in your workshop.
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[@toolchuck]

Ernie, you are the BEST! I have watched so many over complicated videos on sharpening scrapers and you brought it back to a simple and basic technique that actually works.
Thank you and all the best,
Chuck.

[@glencrandall7051]

This is the best tutorial on card scrapers I have ever seen. I learned a lot from this Ernie. You are an excellent instructor. I have a question. Why are card scrapers pushed rather than pulled? Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@conoverworkshops1486]

I think because it is easier to put a slight side to side bend in the the scraper with your thumbs. That being said, I often pull the tool in situations like cleaning up an inside corner. Pulling is the only this can be accomplished

[@cerberus2881]

The 'work hardened' burr is why this tool works so well. I never thought much about it until you mentioned it.
Seeing a Pro do this with relative ease will keep me from overdoing it with my carbide burnishing rod.

[@haroldschultz5864]

Great video . By the way , is that a Bench Dog 4 1/2 and if so , how do you like it ? Thanks so much .

[@conoverworkshops1486]

It is a usable plane based on a classic Stanley Bailey design.