How to Sharpen a Shovel
How to Sharpen a Shovel
Gather the necessary materials.
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Remove any rust from the shovel blade using the steel wool emery cloth or rust remover.
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Secure the shovel tightly in a vice or clamp it to the top of your workbench.
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Locate the sharp side of the shovel by running your finger lightly along the top then the underside of the blade.
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File the leading edge with moderate pressure pushing the file forward and sideways at a uniform angle.
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