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How To Sharpen a Chisel
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A sharp chisel is an essential woodworking tool and will cut easily and cleanly across a grain. Here is how to sharpen one properly.
Step 8: Remove burrs from the cutting edge.
 You can remove any burrs from the cutting edge of the chisel by placing the chisel flat against the stone and making a few gentle passes.
Place the cutting edge flat on the stone to remove burrs.
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