Hand Scrapers
Your scrapers can finish surfaces that are
impossible to plane. However, if you work too long in one area, it is
hard to control the flatness of the entire surface. A scraping plane is
useful to use in combination with hand scrapers. Work difficult areas
with the hand scrapers as needed; keep the surface flat with the
scraping plane.
The thinner blade (.020") is quite flexible and is great for scraping
shorter, complex surfaces. The thicker blade (.032") will take
a heavier cut, and is best for larger surfaces.
Burnishing:
Before you use the scraper, it is helpful, but not absolutely
necessary, to turn a burr on the edges. To create a burr, hold the
scraper upright in a vise. Use a burnisher and begin by holding the
burnisher at 90° to the blade, decreasing the angle
with successive passes. Work the edge until you can feel a
distinct ‘hook’ all the way across. Be very careful
not to cut yourself on the upright scraper.
Use of a burr will give more aggressive cutting action.
When re-sharpening, first hone the old burr off, then square the edge
with a stone or file, and repeat the burnishing process. You can
usually re-burnish a few times before it becomes necessary to square
the edge.
Materials:
The Lie-Nielsen Hand Scrapers are made from premium, high carbon
Swedish Tool Steel hardened and tempered to Rockwell 49-51. They will
take a burr well and last a long time. The long sides have been ground
square. If you wish to use the short sides, file square before
burnishing.
Maintenance: The
scrapers are made of Steel and will rust. Keep them lightly oiled and
wrapped in cloth or treated paper when storing the scrapers between
uses.
Guarantee:
Materials and workmanship are guaranteed for the life of your tool. We
are available for advice if you ever have a problem using your Hand
Scrapers.
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