Enrollment for this class is open, if you wish to enroll please email info@petergalbert.com at that time. Spots filled in the order in which they are received.

If you have ever touched an edged tool to wood, you know how important properly sharpened tools are for making clean, controlled cuts.  In this two day class we will cover sharpening, edge geometry, and tool tuning, and students will gain the confidence to sharpen even the trickiest tools in their toolboxes.  

We’ll start with simple tools like chisels and gouges to work on sharpening fundamentals.  Then we’ll move on to tools with longer edges and more complex shapes like drawknives, inshaves, travishers, and adzes.  Safe and controlled use of the bench grinder is a primary focus of this class and participants will learn to use the grinder to quickly establish the desired edge geometry of their tools.  After grinding we’ll use stones, abrasive paddles, and strops to polish and refine the edges of the tools.

Students should bring eye protection, hearing protection, a chisel, a gouge, a carving knife, a drawknife, and any other tools they are struggling to sharpen. 

Tuition is $400 which includes supplies and grinders needed for sharpening process. 

Reservations will be first come first serve. Tuition is due upon enrollment.

For questions or to reserve a spot, contact info@petergalbert.com