keeping an edge / block plane

[james burt]

just bought a small block plane last night, came with a blade,
what's the best way to polish the blade up on it?
stones and oil or crock stix or ???

[Bob Smalser]

Look at the FAQ in B&R:

http://www.woodenboatvb.com/vbulletin/upload/showthread.php?t=48786&highlight=faq

Basic Sharpening:

http://www.woodenboatvb.com/vbulletin/upload/showthread.php?t=9336