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Old 05-04-2010, 10:12 PM   #9386
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Originally Posted by yvanleterrible View Post
Well guys, I have to differ with both of you. As a cabinet maker and carver, I'm a good shapener. Accidents happen when you have to push too hard. It happens mostly when your blades are not sharp enough. A good sharp blade will ease through a cut with light pressure giving more control on direction and rate of cut. But if you miss...

All woodworkers agree that a sharp blade is safer... in deft hands.
Oh I know, and agree. Plus it hurts less when you cut yourself when the knife is sharp
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