> Friends-

>... Everything needs sharpening - planes, chisels, gouges,

Nathan, please visit these sites for the best information I have found on the art of sharpening woodworking tools. I agree with Jerry's suggestion for fixing the oilstone, but these techniques may allow you to avoid that necessity.

http://people.ne.mediaone.net/spokeshave/SCARY.HTM

http://www.hocktools.com/sharpen.htm

> Also, can anyone recommend a plane and chisel roller-jig dude... I *know*
> they don't have one of these.

I have had nice luck with the Stanley tools model (the number escapes me), also under $30.

> See ya on the water,

See ya in the shop first,

Ed Valley