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Questions and Answers
Where will the burr first develop?
Where will the burr first develop?
on the tips and tails
Where is the last place to get a burr?
Where is the last place to get a burr?
the insides of the blades, between the two cups
How many burrs should develop before the blades are ready to polish?
How many burrs should develop before the blades are ready to polish?
4
What should be done to keep the stone lubricated during the grinding process?
What should be done to keep the stone lubricated during the grinding process?
What is the purpose of using a carbide or burrstone on the blades?
What is the purpose of using a carbide or burrstone on the blades?
What will happen if the poor sharpening technique continues?
What will happen if the poor sharpening technique continues?
What is the recommended position of the skates in the sharpening jig?
What is the recommended position of the skates in the sharpening jig?
How should the stone be used during the sharpening process?
How should the stone be used during the sharpening process?
Why is it important to rotate the sharpening jig occasionally?
Why is it important to rotate the sharpening jig occasionally?
What is the significance of keeping the stones flat when sharpening skates?
What is the significance of keeping the stones flat when sharpening skates?
What will happen if the rocker and high point of the blade are changed due to excessive metal removal during sharpening?
What will happen if the rocker and high point of the blade are changed due to excessive metal removal during sharpening?
Why is it recommended to focus on the sharpening job away from distractions?
Why is it recommended to focus on the sharpening job away from distractions?
How should the skates be protected when walking between the seat and the ice?
How should the skates be protected when walking between the seat and the ice?
What is the recommended storage method for skates after removing plastic guards?
What is the recommended storage method for skates after removing plastic guards?
