Card Scraper Sharpening and Use

Card Scraper Sharpening and Use - Ask Matt #16

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8 жыл бұрын

Card scrapers are some of the most useful tools in woodworking but although they're really easy to use, it's notoriously hard to learn how to sharpen them. I struggled with sharpening these for a long time until I made one modification to my sharpening technique and that was to apply very light pressure with the burnisher.
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@owenrussell2731 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It gave me the confidence to order a set. I used one to scrap down a butcher block counter that was getting dull and it really brought the colors back to life.

@danbreyfogle8486 5 жыл бұрын

I watched this video last night, went to the shop this morning, and for the first time ever got my card scraper sharp on the first try. Thank you Matt for the informative and accurate lesson on sharpening. And as you said, one success and I am hooked.

@lorenwoodson9164 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderfully clear and thorough video! Lays it all out with clear images and explanations. Thanks much. Now will allow me to clean up some teak table legs that have accumulated old varnish over the years and thus with way less sanding dust from an orbital sander.

@Thrillrider10 Жыл бұрын

I recently picked up a couple of scrapers for lutherie, and this is the most digestible tutorial I have found for sharpening these things. Thank you.

@mojetrouba 6 жыл бұрын

Super helpful. I've struggled with this a long time. I especially appreciated the sketch to understand what is actually going on. Gratefully, Dadla.

@mcremona 6 жыл бұрын

Wonderful to hear!

@JimCoogan_CoogansWorkshop 8 жыл бұрын

Great job explaining how they are used and especially how to sharpen them. I had to use them on my new wood railing I installed because there were several pieces that came together to create a complex turn. The scrapers really came in handy making the joints disappear and getting rid of slight variations between the components.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim! Perfect example of how useful they can be!

@petrsidlo7614 3 ай бұрын

Thanks to you I was successful on my first try, thank you! I've seen your video on sharpening chisels a while back and since its quite similar to mine I figured I would gravitate towards similar choices as you in cardscrapers too.

@MartyD4u 8 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of old 2x6s used for the concrete slab. They are grey with dried concrete I will use my old paint scraper to remove the stuck-on concrete before i start milling for my work bench. Great tips on restoring cause I know i will be harsh on my scraper. Old Southern pine gets pretty hard as it ages, almost like a hardwood. Your videos have been helpful. Thanks

@Kenfitzpat 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for a great demonstration and perfect drawings to illustrate what should be happening. This has been by far the best explanation of how to sharpen a scraper and what is happening in the process.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ken! I really appreciate the compliment!

@lynbren 8 жыл бұрын

The refrigerator magnet tip is awesome, I'll definitely be doing that from now on

@michaelbradford4444 Жыл бұрын

Just purchased my first scraper and feeling overwhelmed with the videos on sharpening and the unending how to tutorials! Your video is straight forward and leaves out the unnecessary jibber jabber that leaves you feeling confused as I have, thank you!

@mrwaffles1394 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, this is easily the best card scraper sharpening tutorial around. Thank you, sir.

@TheWoodStroker 8 жыл бұрын

Matt! Thank you, thank you again. I finally, after many failed attempts, got a scrapper to work properly using your advice here. I think my success is owed to your use of the burnisher. I must have been applying the wrong pressure all these years. New subscriber now.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Aitchison that's great to hear, Michael! Thank you for subscribing :)

@samuelluria4744 8 жыл бұрын

Matthew, what else can I say? You are the man! You generally great attitude, multiplied by specific things like an exceptional power of explanation, makes you a treasure beyond the level of KZfaq-hero - you are an AMERICAN HERO!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha!! Thank you so much Samuel!! I really appreciate it!!!

@TheShavingWoodWorkshop 8 жыл бұрын

Nailed it !! Probably one of the best over views I have seen anyone do on card scrapers, a lot of good information and explanations Matt.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Tommy!!

@TheShavingWoodWorkshop 8 жыл бұрын

Your welcome :-)

@ArnieReith 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info and informative graphics. After years of working in metal trades and always eliminating burrs, it's interesting to see a use for them as I'm relatively new to woodworking.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

+nite owls Thanks! Yeah, they are a great tool for woodworking!

@TheJohnboy2012 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Finally someone explained a method that works for me. After watching the 50+ other ways to sharpen a scraper and still being unable to successfully sharpen a scraper, I found this video. I learned that I was over doing it. Finally got the “nice and whispy shavings” instead of dust. You have a new subscriber.

@mcremona 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear!! Thanks!

@iamwhoiam4410 Жыл бұрын

Thin shavings is what I like and have had problems sharping a scraper to do so. After watching your video, I took a new thick scraper and in 10 minutes I had thin shavings. Thanks for your down to earth get it done videos.

@mcremona Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@danlangendorf7752 4 жыл бұрын

Matt ... Just want to say thanks. With your help I am now able to successfully sharpen my card scrapers - after many failed and disappointing attempts. There are thousands of videos demonstrating card sharpening, but it wasn’t until your practical tips (such as not applying too much pressure) that it all fell into place. Experience, insights, tips are all good, but one must be able to convey what’s important, which you do quite well.

@mcremona 4 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful to hear! Thanks Dan!

@headknocker8999 8 жыл бұрын

NICE!! Great Grandpa left me maybe 30-40 of these scrapers as He was a cabinet maker & have always wanted to sharpen them up.. Gonna give it a try & I now know what that thing is on the file handle.. A burnisher..

@gpppp910 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative and complete video on the subject. I like how you also show a dull scraper and your explanation of folding over the hook too far.

@Sebastopolmark 8 жыл бұрын

GREAT job Matt. I find when you want to learn/try something new, you pick someone you trust and follow them or their technique. Then if you need to "tweek" it so be it. I definitely will use this as the "Card Scraper 101" Thanks and keep the vids coming.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Hope this technique works for you :)

@scottricks1676 5 жыл бұрын

The best and most detailed I've seen on this yet. Fantastic!

@mcremona 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott!

@BenBrandt22 8 жыл бұрын

I've never used a card scraper, they were something of a mystery until now. That was really interesting Matt. Thanks for taking the time and going into so much detail.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben! They certainly are mysterious :)

@dejavu666wampas9 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video. You would make a great teacher. Nicely explained. Awesome drawings.

@zappalniczka6306 8 жыл бұрын

Cool video, thanks very much ! You are absolutely right, adjusting presure to effect you want to achieve is very important. Sometimes i do not use even a stones and only the last couple of movies at the file doing very gently, not always and not for every jobs but sometimes that is enough.

@Kooldac 8 жыл бұрын

This has been very helpful! Great explanation of not only what to do, but why!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@callevi1791 5 жыл бұрын

Matt. You are my fav guy doing wood working vids. I like how you take you time and your presentation which is packed with there practical, how to experience of method and theory. Your approach to WW, is what I am most interested in developing, a hands-on tactile (pun intended) work flow. Your arm r seal vid has been a game changer for me as I’m knee deep in my first hardwood project, and was planning in sending out to a finisher. Now my pieces are dazzling. Your ‘how much metal can I get from one log’ was so cool, couldn’t believe the patience you showed, but most I appreciated your line ‘I like the challenge of difficult problems’. The philosophy can be applied in so many arenas. Trying to say, keep doing exactly what you are doing. Many thanks from think addicted rookie to WW.....

@mcremona 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Fencer04 8 жыл бұрын

FINALLY! I got it! The key was the preassure used with the burnisher. I was probably rounding over the burr. Thanks!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Have fun with your scraper!

@AWoodworkersLife 8 жыл бұрын

Matt, a fridge magnet? That's awesome. Definitely going to try that. As always, really enjoy your humble and easygoing demeanor.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

It doesn't even have to be one of my wife and my save the date magnets :) thank you so much!

@BradDudenhoffer 8 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I have been fighting a scraper for about a week so it looks like I'm going to give your technique a shot tomorrow.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brad! Let me know how it goes

@TheWoodLab 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this video Matt - great explanation. I got good shavings once on a card scraper, but struggled to duplicate it. I'll try this to see if I can get more consistent results. - Jim

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim! Let me know how it goes

@chemcody5119 8 жыл бұрын

Nice tutorial Matt! You explain things so that even I can understand them.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank You!

@adamgabbert 8 жыл бұрын

Matt, I always learn something when I tune into your channel. Thanks, and keep it coming.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Adam!

@MikeKapotsy 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome ask Matt video! Thanks, very helpful. Good tips and I always have no problems watching your videos all the way to the end Matt! Good stuff.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike! Glad they're watchable :)

@thersten 6 жыл бұрын

i watched about 12 videos on this subject. Yours is the best hands down.

@mcremona 6 жыл бұрын

awesome to hear. thank you!

@ScrapwoodCity 8 жыл бұрын

Very well explained! Scrapers are awesome if you can get them sharp! Thanks for sharing!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@jimbutler4623 4 жыл бұрын

@@mcremona thank you. Matthew your methods works the best

@rogerdudra178 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. You're right about knowing the feel of the edge.

@worshipwatcher55 8 жыл бұрын

Great video with great information. I especially liked the frig magnet tip.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary!

@A_Barbosa 6 жыл бұрын

Matt, I did as you said and it worked ok. At last I can sharpen a scraper as a pro!. Thank you.

@garymccoy2888 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matthew. You are right it has been very frustrating. I quit even trying. Thought about just throwing the darn things in the trash. Can't wait until the morning to get to the shop and try your method. I think you are right...too much downward pressure.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes, Gary. I hope that's what it was for you.

@upulmunasinghe6759 Жыл бұрын

Oh Dear Mathew, many tks fir the Sraper sharpening clip. It is so short n sweet , that I got perfectly Done with my new DFM set . Actually trying with Paul's I was bit clueless. May be the Genaration difference. 😁👏👍🙏

@TheGeekPub 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Matt! Very simple and easy to understand! That's a plus for hard heads like me!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

haha! Thanks!!

@Matthew-mq6fz 8 жыл бұрын

This video couldn't come at a better time; I'm building my kitchen table and just started to prepare it for finish. My scrapers really needed a good sharpening.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@brandtAU 8 жыл бұрын

great video Matt. they are a wonderful tool that should be used more

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I agree :)

@samuelmarx9321 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Your videos have been a big help to me in learning woodworking and I really appreciate it! I am having trouble getting sales on my stuff, though I'm just starting out. Any tips on getting more customers to buy things would be very helpful.

@0818SEMPERFI 8 жыл бұрын

Great illustration Matt I've really enjoyed this series!!!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@AndrewKleinWW 8 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Learning to use scrapers was a pivotal moment for me, as they were the first hand tools I every got comfortable with, hopefully your video will make this possible for others.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

I hope so too. They're incredible tools. Thanks Andy!

@jbb5470 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt. I do have a few of them but never really understood how to use them or sharpen them and now I do. Thanks a million for your video

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!!! Thank you!!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!!! Thank you!!

@ZHFabrications 8 жыл бұрын

Guess it's time to sharpen my scraper--Great tips here Matt!

@johnwerlein8333 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent topics.. love them and learning a lot.. a future idea could be a shop layout.. not a tour but layout.. so we can see your workflow, and placement.

@GeekBuildersNet 8 жыл бұрын

That was a great demonstration. Thanks for the tips, I can't wait to try it.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@AndreaArzensek 8 жыл бұрын

Great video Matt, I was just considering buying a scraper set with burnisher. Thanks for the tips!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrea!!

@mrshelfsong 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video Matt. You explained it very well and the same way I understand it, so that automatically gets extra points. This is one of the more visceral hand tools in my opinion. kinda closes the grain for even staining also I believe.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes it does leave the surfaced in a more burnished state which can also help stain to absorb more evenly

@ms0099rg 8 жыл бұрын

Great video Matt!! I have the Veritas Variable Burnisher and will never go back to not using it!! Again thanks for the great video!!!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt! Glad to hear of one of those sorts of things that actually work :)

@ronkappeler7981 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Matt for this vid! I've bought some scrapers a few weeks ago and was very frustrated because I couldn't get them as sharp as they would produce shavings. But as you mentioned I have seen a few tutorials and all of them recommended to use very high pressure with the burnisher. I will give it a try with "your method" by using low pressure. I think that will make a difference. I think my bur is much bigger than your's but I am very surprised how well your scraper worked with such a tiny bur...

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

It's certainly a strange thing. Bonus magic point, I suppose. Let me know how it works for you. Thanks Ron!

@1954BJohn 8 жыл бұрын

A very comprehensive explanation Matt - Thanks.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

+1954BJohn Thank you!

@makenchips 3 жыл бұрын

Really good review and how too! 👍👍👍👍👍Steven, Columbus Michigan

@AaronVozzolo 8 жыл бұрын

Great explanation and step by step process! Nicely done!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mountainviews5025 5 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this video Matt because I have a migraine when dealing with my card scrapers when I need to use one I buy one so that means that I truly have a full drawer I will try now to give sharpening another chance maybe I'll stamp my logos onto them an gift them when people come buy lol LOL lol awesome I thank you and today I'll try I hope that it works this time I have no joke probably one thousand of them lol I used some for welding some things together thanks my FRIEND and thumbs up

@mcremona 5 жыл бұрын

awesome to hear! Thanks!

@stuartkeithguitars4251 5 жыл бұрын

The final burr development can be done with an old carbide end mill. Few things are smoother , harder than the polished finish of a carbide end mill.

@asdf275 8 жыл бұрын

just what I needed. thanks matt, keep it up. awesome work.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brad!

@southsidedojo2 8 жыл бұрын

Very good explanation, I like your honesty. I still have yet to find a bigger card yet.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wesley! How big are you looking for? You might be able to just buy some steel and be set

@southsidedojo2 8 жыл бұрын

where did you get your large card scraper ?

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

I think it was part of the 3 piece set that I link to in the description...

@blackswanprepping8827 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, finally a simple and clear video on the subject.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@PJGalati 7 жыл бұрын

I feel educated! I have never used scrapers so this is a crash course, but I'm thinking I may need to own some! I do a lot of thin bark removal on blueberry wood, which is normally around a 1 inch diameter, to make handles for mallets and so forth. I've been using a draw knife and chisels, I'm curious if the scrapers would speed up my workflow, or at least remove some sanding steps.

@MattFriedrichs 8 жыл бұрын

Lots of useful information for me. Thanks, Matt

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@derlack 3 жыл бұрын

best tutorial i've seen, thanks!

@MightywoodNet 8 жыл бұрын

That's a nice explanation, Matt! I will try it next time.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@brucemack3687 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Matt. I followed your instructions and turned curls with all 4 edges. If I can't repeat this it's on me.

@hardnox6655 8 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tutorial Matt. Those scrapers are wonderful. I wear leather gloves when I use mine.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter! Gloves are a good idea :)

@donnymcarter 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video with great explanations! Thanks Matt!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Donny!

@kristoferbrown8007 6 жыл бұрын

I think the illustration goes a long way to describe the intent of the sharpening vs. something like a plane iron or chisel. Also, I love the magnet trick. It's always simplest of things that make you go, why didn't I think of that!

@GH-sx6tk 8 жыл бұрын

Champion effort Matt. that was perfect.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@BrianMcCauleyDesign 8 жыл бұрын

Nice! It took me forever to get a scraper sharp. I actually use the same method you do.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

I must be doing it right then :)

@GregsGarage 8 жыл бұрын

Great insight! Thanks for sharing your secrets.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm not sure if they're secrets but thanks Greg!

@thomasgilbert9347 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial an information.

@robertevans6481 8 жыл бұрын

Great information Matt great tips on them...

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert!

@Simplecove 8 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, Matt.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@MarcSchaefermeyer 8 жыл бұрын

Very well explained!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marc!

@nipponese 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt, can you do a video on the CAD software you use?

@davidpeterson5186 3 жыл бұрын

Good guidance, I got it the first time.

@dsingh1183 6 жыл бұрын

would you recommend this to remove wood imperfections? I have scratches on an unfinished live edge slab I'd like to remove. Curious if this would do the trick.

@Ale-dh9mv 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Do you use water on the honing stone? Could you do a video on that topic? Japanese stones, diamond grit, sandpaper... when yo use water or oil please? I always get confused with that

@gregteagle8002 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt that was a lot of great information. Greg

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Greg!

@robertbrennan6517 8 жыл бұрын

Garage Woodworks has a video on how to make a Jig for putting the burr on card scrapers, Check it out I think it makes the job much easier.

@jtmoran49 2 жыл бұрын

The vise handle is perfect.

@TaylerMade 8 жыл бұрын

scrapers are marvelous... and the best thing is they can be very cheap. i prefer to use paint scrapers (the ones with a handle) get a nice wide one as they are generally very good steel. put an edge on it and your away. or cut up and old hand saw blade. again generally good steel and ideal when your trying to make a particular profile. i have even used chisels as a scraper by putting a hook on them when i need to get into particularly tight spaces. as long as the the steel is hard enough you can just about use anything lol.

@BigFatTonys 8 жыл бұрын

I haven't used oil before, good tip.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm not sure how much it helps but at least the burnisher feels like it's gliding over the scraper.

@CheeseBae 5 жыл бұрын

4:40 I watched a Veritas video on sharpening a card scraper, and they specifically said it's wrong to turn the hook down. That may be why you have inconsistent results.

@cmdrsekiou3324 4 жыл бұрын

How do you smooth the inside edge of a concave scraper before burnishing?

@nordyfamily 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, thanks!!!

@phooesnax 8 жыл бұрын

Well done!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@caskwith 8 жыл бұрын

Very useful video! If I ever buy a proper scraper then I will know what to do. For the moment I get by using utility knife blades and single edged razor blades.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Maybe sooner than later? :)

@caskwith 8 жыл бұрын

Lol at some point I am sure, since my projects (pipes) are naturally very small, the razor blade is the perfect choice, and requires very little work, just turn the edge with a hardened steel rod and use it, costs pennies to replace when dull.

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

+caskwith Well you've got me there. Sounds like the perfect size and setup for that type of work.

@mihumus 8 жыл бұрын

Great content, thanks Matt!

@mcremona 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@carmonacrafts1972 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Matt do you know what would be a good scraper to start with? So far as brand? I like to make cutting boards and was wondering is there any particular brand that would be good for a beginner as myself?

@fdc313 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, I will give this a try and see if I can the same results.

@o2bsam 4 жыл бұрын

When you get shavings... man that’s the best feeling in the world.

@winstonmatthews6815 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome.

@thomasarussellsr 6 жыл бұрын

So, could you just buy old bandsaw from the flea-market and use that steel to make a card scraper? Which direction would be better for the scraper edge, along the grain (edge) of the saw or across the width? (Parallel or perpendicular)