Learn to Love Your Skew Chisel

A skew chisel is an indispensable tool for spindle turning. When used correctly, it cuts effortlessly, and yields a superbly smooth surface. By learning how to sharpen a skew and understanding how it works, you can easily master the tool and reduce your sanding time.

This turning technique was featured in the May 2008 issue of WOOD.

Watch a FREE video on using a skew chisel at woodmagazine.com/skew

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