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dentondave
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« on: February 08, 2012, 05:07:29 PM »
How do you keep your tools in good shape? My spades, spading form, deep spader, other long-handled tools, hand tools, all of 'em need some lovin'.
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« Reply #1 on: February 09, 2012, 08:24:29 AM »
I read that keeping a sharp edge on your tools really helps cut down on labor, and after using a sharpened shovel, I believe it!

I left it outside last week when in rained though... now I have some rust!  too forgetful!
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« Reply #2 on: April 30, 2012, 01:50:26 AM »
Here's a great article on this subject.  I was looking at my poor old tools the other day.  I felt kind of sorry for them.  They get put through a lot of abuse around me.  They get left out and sometimes get lost for days at a time...   Embarrassed   Good luck!

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Do-It-Yourself/1987-11-01/Tool-Sharpening-Basics.aspx
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