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Old 03-10-2010, 07:46 AM
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Default Re: Tips for a beginner?
I agree that you will need a strop for sharpening. I would however, suggest that the leather be glued to the wood using white glue or contact cement. While nails will work, in general, sharp blades and nails coming into contact with each other is bad news.
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