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Hand and non-power tools

Sharpening Tools

Sharpening tools restore the cutting edges that make hand tools and many shop tools predictable. The right system depends on edge geometry, speed, mess, and repeatability.

How This Category Works

Use this gateway to choose stones, powered systems, honing guides, strops, or saw sharpening tools.

Category notes
  • A sharp tool is easier to control than a dull one.
  • Grinding shapes the edge; honing refines it.
  • Saw teeth need different files, support, and setting tools than chisels or plane irons.

Guides in Sharpening Tools

Choose the next guide by the work you need to do.

Sharpening StonesHone edges with water, oil, diamond, and ceramic stones.Powered Sharpening SystemsGrind and refresh edges with controlled powered systems.Honing Guides and StropsControl bevel angles and polish final edges.Saw Sharpening ToolsJoint, file, set, and support handsaw teeth.
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Related TWG Resources

Tools for WoodworkingStart with the full Tools for Woodworking library.Sharpening StonesHone edges with water, oil, diamond, and ceramic stones.Powered Sharpening SystemsGrind and refresh edges with controlled powered systems.Honing Guides and StropsControl bevel angles and polish final edges.