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  • cabinetman
    Gone but not Forgotten RIP
    • Jun 2006
    • 15216
    • So. Florida
    • Delta

    #1

    Scrapers

    There is a variety of what can be construed as a "scraper". Other than the flat metal designs sold as "scrapers", other tooling can be used that you may already have.

    In addition to the commonly known variety, I use jointer and planer knives as scrapers. The 1/8" bar stock will seat nicely in a saw kerf of wood that you can make as a handle.

    Chisels properly sharpened can be used bevel up and the effective working angle will be evident when you feel it getting a bite.

    Scrapers are also available in what are called shavehooks , which because of their working angle are very effective and comfortable.

    Other types that are easy to use are handled scrapers which allow control. There are holders like this one that make for a more comfortable grip on a plain scraper.

    Once you get into using a scraper, you'll wonder how you ever did without them.
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  • Larryl
    Established Member
    • Jan 2004
    • 284
    • Lorena, TX, USA.
    • Grizzly G0478 Hybrid

    #2
    Scrapers

    Thanks for the thread, I have always meant to get and try a scraper but have procrastinaed. Your suggestion about planner and jointer knives may be just the thing to get me going. I love to make things do double duty (i.e. cheap).
    I thought I was wrong, but I was mistaken.

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    • smorris
      Senior Member
      • Apr 2003
      • 695
      • Tampa, Florida, USA.

      #3
      I discovered scrapers when my son got me one for some reason. I had thought about one but sanding was good enough for me. Once I tried a scraper and figured out the proper technique I now wonder how I did without for so long. If nothing else it cuts my sanding time in half especially on large panels.
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      Any sufficiently advanced incompetence is indistinguishable from malice

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      • newood2
        Senior Member
        • Aug 2004
        • 600
        • Brooklyn, NY.
        • BT3100-1

        #4
        Thanks cabinetman for putting this info together. From all what I read on this forum I need to tryout using scrapers.
        That Veritas scraper holder for $40 + tax and shipping would cost me around $52. That's ridiculous. I'd rather make one out of scrap maple or oak.

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        • cabinetman
          Gone but not Forgotten RIP
          • Jun 2006
          • 15216
          • So. Florida
          • Delta

          #5
          Originally posted by newood2
          Thanks cabinetman for putting this info together. From all what I read on this forum I need to tryout using scrapers.
          That Veritas scraper holder for $40 + tax and shipping would cost me around $52. That's ridiculous. I'd rather make one out of scrap maple or oak.

          We all have our budgets. The holder does come with a scraper, and has an adjustment screw for setting "bow" of the scraper. Posting it was to show what's available. For the occasional user, you're right, the price does seem high. For someone using scrapers regularly it could be a worthwhile purchase.
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          • RobC
            Forum Newbie
            • Apr 2003
            • 21
            • Arlington, VA, USA.
            • Ryobi BT3100

            #6
            My Father's Day gift from my 3 year old daughter was a scraper set (scraper, file and burnisher). I may have hinted to Mommy or something! I am looking forward to my next free shoptime to try this out (assuming I ever finish renovating our bathroom that is!)

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            • poolhound
              Veteran Member
              • Mar 2006
              • 3196
              • Phoenix, AZ
              • BT3100

              #7
              I picked this scraper set up from rockler last year for under $10. I mostly use the straight one, its great for cleaning up glue lines and joints.

              http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?p...filter=scraper
              Jon

              Phoenix AZ - It's a dry heat
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              • BrazosJake
                Veteran Member
                • Nov 2003
                • 1148
                • Benbrook, TX.
                • Emerson-built Craftsman

                #8
                Hmm, isn't turning a hook on a jointer or planer knife a bit challenging? I bet they would make great scrapers, but wouldn't you have to burnish it with carbide?

                I am amazed at how much can be spent on something as simple as a scraper. I use a $5.00 woodcraft router bit and block of wood for a burnisher.

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