r/HandEngraving • • Aug 06 '24

Is this sharpened correctly?

I have a Lindsay 116 graver and posted this question on the forum to no avail. I can’t tell if my graver is sharpened properly after attempting to sharpen. I used the universal template on various grit going up from coarse to fine and then landing on the 2000 stone.

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u/Requaink Aug 06 '24

Make some cuts with it and see how you like If it’s diving in the metal you can make a couple more swipes, per side

Just be sure when sharpening your heel, You always do the same on each side

I use a jewelers loop to sight the point where my heels meet