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[Just Carving]

I've used Minwax on top of acrylic poly on my knives and a few natural carvings. I think Ed is right. It fills in the surface and makes the wood feel smoother. The only way I can describe it is that it gives a soft, warm feel to the hand when you pick up the knife. I've used an old toothbrush to get...

[Just Carving]

First, before sharpening, look at the edge of the blade head on and turn the blade ever so slightly. If you see any white line or glints of white along the blade's edge, then it needs to be sharpened. The thicker the line or the bigger the white glints (dings in the blade's edge), the more sharpening...

[Just Carving]

I am still working at my land survey cad tech job here in NJ. I'll have 40 years in 2025 if I make it. The bonus I'd get if I do is the only thing keeping me working. I turn 65 next July. I figure any work I do is all gravy after that. I don't have any plans for retirement other than to keep doing what...

[Just Carving]

Herb,

That's a nice carving and a kind thought.

I wonder If I could the same with the bears I carve.

BobL

[Just Carving]

I like him! Great job on detailing and painting.

BobL