What Nobody Will Tell You About Oscillating Multi-Tools
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Leah shows you how to easily sharpen your own multi-tool blades, saving you money!
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No 10 minute intros, then getting to the point. Straight to the point. your videos are great keep up the good to work
WestWaters kiss ass
Dont you hate that 99% of the video rambling on and 1% of explanations lol
@@martinez1701a "Skip this step if you have all your teeth." Atten: replay this video if you wear dentures !
Off the bat... not off the back.
@@martinez1701a What I hate more is people whining about imaginary videos that have "10 minute intros"
I love how Leah doesn’t waste a lot of time and always gets right to it.
There are a lot channels out here where folks talks endlessly for minutes and provide little useful information. Not Leah. Every video is a gem!
Which channels were you thinking of when you made the comment?
Seriously!!!
The perfect DIY video. No 20-second computer graphic with cheesy music. Well stated, simple to follow, good tips. I wasn't even part of my search, but I'm glad I checked it out.
One tip, once you cut new teeth, be sure to set them. Look at any saw blade, you will see that the teeth are slightly bent to alternating sides. That sets the kerf of the blade. You want the teeth to cut slightly wider than the actual blade. That allows clearance for the blade to prevent binding up.
When doing this I would add that I find it helpful to flatten the flats (like you might on the underside of a chisel) before bending as it removes any burr from the edge of the teeth and will help them to keep a decent edge. Also as it's oscillating so fast, the teeth only need a tiny touch up and down. You aren't trying to widen the cut, you're just trying to make enough room for the blade to not pinch.
Well let's go the whole hog and resharpen *two* of these blades: one for rip and the other for cross-cut :)
@@stainlesssteellemming3885 if we are going that far we should make a paste wax dispenser so it can finish the cut aswell 😂
There was a shot that looked like she actually did set them like that
@@stainlesssteellemming3885 😂💀👍
LOVE this lady, No BS, No stories about her uncle joe or aunt agnes Just the Straight Skinny. Keep it up Jane, you're doing this thing RIGHT. Be safe
Saw her toilet bowl removal and reinstallation video. Simple to follow. She is awesome!
Tend to agree, straight to the point and no stories. 👍
lol shots fired at wranglerstar lol
Holy crap! That was a woman?!...🤯🤯
Because you saying no BS I subscribe this channel 😁
I actually purchased all the different file kits, and this tip worked out so good, can't believe that I tossed out so many of these expense blades.
Thank you,
Subscribed!
Her channel is one of the best in my opinion
Or...... and idk how you smericans have it but i assume similarly..... there are "multipurpose" shops where you cna buy such things as blades and diffrent eires cords and dheet metal and so on.. by the lenght or size...
Do such things as weld/cut yourself a piece of metal fo the size and shape you need it and pay for it..
Some places also offer such things as key replication (with thoss special carving mschins...) engravings custom printing and so on....
I've also seen specilty sherpening...
It's quick and easy... with all the specialized machinery for such things as serrated sharpening
I mean idk...
I have one of thoes tiny specialty shops near my house... they sell small nuts and bolts glues and alike and can do everything from sharpen your knife set for 2-3 bucks
To replicate keys
Sew and repair buttons and things like that
And do all kinds of strange things
I allways assumed thay you americans and your massive wallmarts...
Places where you can buy everything basiclly
(Even guns in a few... )
i assumed you'd have such things...
The point is that eben if you can't don't have the timr or skill ortools or whatever.. to do such things as sharpen... there's no reason to buy new....
That's simply wasteful onsumerism
@@donotlike4anonymus594 those shops are disappearing rapidly. In a 40km range I only know of 1 shoe repair, and a hobby store that sells individual resistors etc... And the default answer at phone repair shops is "I cannot get the parts for that"
@@hornetIIkite3 well yeah.. but you know you can allways find such services online i guess..
It's particularly bad in countries such as the us due to horrif beurocracy.. zoning for suburban development etc..
@@donotlike4anonymus594 Living in Europe. 10 years ago repair was a thing. Now it's dead
I love when people show me simple ways to save money. I love this channel -TY !!
Leah, I've been in the trades 20+ yrs. You need to be teaching to the youth! I'm dead serious. I've seen some of your videos, you are gifted!
Filling a hardened blade would ruin the file the first time.
@@dangrimes5078 WRONGO !!!
@@ThomasJamesArt251 a hardened blade would easily destroy a file. However these are high carbon, un hardened. A cheap China file will Rockwell on the c scale about 25 to 30. A bimetal blade would destroy his file and could Rockwell at 35 to 40.
Fusions72, yup, that's about it. I subscribe because even though I'm extremely confident in my skills you can always find a gem here and there in her videos. Though it may not be feasible in some ways it would be great if she had some kind of trades academy which is essentially what her channel is. I see her gifts go beyond her actual trade skills.
I've taught welding and fabrication for 5 years and op is absolutely correct. That was so infotaining
I'm a 55 year old handyman and Leah I've learned several things from you thanks 😊
Leah is a treasure
But 🥱 Leah, Teach us more 500+ year old knowledge like the ticking stick. These chinese made blades are disposable. Say goodbye to them. Like aged cheese you possess knowledge that gets better with age....
Hay Joe I agree with you 💯! I’m 63 and always looking to share and learn from someone else’s wisdom!!
Have fun, stay safe and have a blessed day👍👍
Leah, your delivery is lovely. Simple to understand without being condescending. Thank you😊
I've been fabricating, machining, and welding for 17 years. Never once have I seen that. It's an obviously simple fix that has stared me dead in the face so many times and I never freaking thought about it, lol. Jaw literally dropped open. Thanks for a truly super useful tip instead of the clickbait bs that never shows anything we don't already know! Very impressive! I know this is like 3 years old now, but I'm fr liking, commenting, subscribing, and sharing. That was so effin smart, I can't get over it. I've got my files, a stack of old carbon blades, and a blunt of kush. About to spend my Sunday saving some loot!
@Dhashiki Rualis burnt it down 🤣
@Dhashiki Rualisthe price of these blades have gotten so much more expensive since that comment, but flower prices have stayed the same for 20 years. 🤷♂️
Thank you for not having those long intros and crappy stories about your brother's best friends sister. Just straight to the point. Keep up the good work.
Leah, you deserve to be recognized for your service.
Every year we become more dependent on more ‘new stuff’ and throwing away what we think is ‘used up’. After your video, I now have many fresh blades from the used up ones in my junk drawer.
Showing us exactly how to do things is very good. Thank you.
Leah, I can only imagine my career path if I started around you as a young teen. I’ve been following you since my mid 70’s and have learned a countless number of things. Thank you and Bless you!
This channel is a true gem of the CZcams world!!
First time I’ve seen this lady, well I never knew I could do that, can’t believe how many blades I’ve thrown away, going to try this now. That’s another follower for her.
absolutely. Many craft/trade CZcamsrs absolutely call the blades consumables, like going through blades and tossing them is totally normal. I'm all about reusing, refurbishing if it can be done. Obviously, you can't create new teeth a hundred times, but you can certainly extend the life 5-10x
@@troy3456789 You can create those teeth as many times as you want to because the file is harder than the blade metal. Those metal blades are for wood cutting and they are soft as hell......they were NOT heat treated and may also intentionally made soft so you would throw them away to support the Chinese workers and the US corporation profit....
That's because you have not put your brain to use. Try it and then you realize you DO have a brain...
Same
@@trankt54155 you have the ability to sharpan blades as much as you want but the blades themselves only have so much material you can strip away even more so with the wide ended blades that have a bottle neck.
more worried about tin foil hat the worlds against me garbage than using that BRAIN you insultingly threw around that everyone has.
I absolutely love seeing another woman who loves tools and working with your hands. Much Love
I just bought a multi tool to repair a rotted door frame. Looking forward to resharpening instead of forking over more cash in the future. As another viewer pointed out, money-saving tips like this are valuable in this time of rising prices for building materials and tools. Thanks again, Leah! ✌️🔨
a back saw would have been cheaper
FINALLY, someone who actually knows how to use a file properly.
I find the trick with oscillating saws is to take your time and cut in pulses to let the blade cool down and clear the cut. They don't pull sawdust out of the cut the way a traditional saw does and so it tends to stay in the cut and pack the gap between wood and blade, the friction this creates overheats the blade and softens it pretty quickly. Cut in bursts and blow the cuts out to prolong life.
What an excellent comment!
Good tip!
Absolutely
I put mine in my bum and let it oscillate my prostate.
Yep absolutely right, it’s the same with any fast cutting no tool.
She's so Awsome! I love her encouraging way of teaching. I don't know why there's so many critics. She's out here to help others learn. Thank you Leah for the great videos! I love them all!
Thanks James.
She truly is awesome! Love her tips and her friendly disposition.
Ikon O'Klast
Yeah...she's the best. Very friendly and easy to learn from. when I worked construction some years ago I was an apprentice just learning. I was thrown on a job site with a very experienced carpenter. He was a nice guy but extremely harsh and had very little patience. I was always on edge ... afraid of making a mistake. I would have given anything to have a teacher like Leah. I definitely would have learned so much more.
A quick glance seems like a bunch of grumps posturing and bragging how they're so above spending the time doing this. I've got a bunch of files I get for next to nothing at estate sales, some cheap some a little rusty some good ones, I love shopping at hardware stores and looking at my shiny new stuff, but I can't wait to try fixing up some old worn tools! What's so bad about reusing things? Do they never cook a meal, buy their own groceries? Wash dishes? They could just eat out all the time, pay someone else to go to the store, and use disposable plates instead right?
@@drasco61084 i can see both sides. If ur new to this stuff, a project like this will teach a lot about what makes a good blade as you try different sharpening techniques. But if u use these tools often, its sorta like watching someone handwashing and drying disposal plastic spoons. I thought the video was great tho. Keep it up.
THANKS LEAH !!! A very informative video. I have sharpened stuff for myself and my friends, for most of my life. My Dad taught me how to sharpen hand saws, circular saws and drill bits and surgical tools, (that was back before they were disposable), etc. He taught me to put "SET" in the teeth, so the blade wouldn't bind. The teeth are bent out, every-other one slightly tapped left and the others to the right. You do that while the blade is still in the vice, and the edge of the vice is up close to the bottom of the tooth bite. You use a small finishing nail setting punch and a small Ball-Peen hammer with a short handle.
Leah, try putting set in with your demonstration. You won't believe how much better it will cut, even if you've sharpened it well.
Thanks for your time and excellent teaching. (My Dad made a stand He would stand me on, and I had a full shield over my face, back when I was a toddler, and encouraged me to watch him work. He instilled shop-craft in me. So I can truthfully say, I've been sharpening things for over 60 years..."no brag...just fact"😀
Wow I'm 56 I was only shown on knife blades.
Cool
Thank you! My Brother in Law told me, "I AIN'T GOT TIME TO SHARPEN THE BLADE." I used to take all his chisels home and sharpen them for him. He really isn't lazy, has a lot of property to maintain and I reap the benefits of that and so I do some things to help him out!
I love how you speak to your audience as if we have no prior knowledge, yet not in a condemning way. That is what makes your channel magical.
All Americans do it.
@@shifty2755 I don't agree
Not to be condescending, but I think the word you were trying to use was condescending not condemning. Hehe
@@breaknfiction21 No, I used the word I intended to use.
Kamel ok then. Sorry. Hehe
With the current tool and parts shortages, this type of advice can be priceless.
Lol, what do you mean?
@@SuperUnknown1967 you don't know there's shortages of just about everything right now lol? It's not a coincidence though.
@Wischmopps Partially. But I don't think most people are really aware what's going on with China and the rest of the world. A majority of most items we sell in retail over here are from China. And that's where the whole "it's not a coincidence" comes in.
@Wischmopps there is no limit to capitalism.
Or...... and idk how you smericans have it but i assume similarly..... there are "multipurpose" shops where you cna buy such things as blades and diffrent eires cords and dheet metal and so on.. by the lenght or size...
Do such things as weld/cut yourself a piece of metal fo the size and shape you need it and pay for it..
Some places also offer such things as key replication (with thoss special carving mschins...) engravings custom printing and so on....
I've also seen specilty sherpening...
It's quick and easy... with all the specialized machinery for such things as serrated sharpening
I mean idk...
I have one of thoes tiny specialty shops near my house... they sell small nuts and bolts glues and alike and can do everything from sharpen your knife set for 2-3 bucks
To replicate keys
Sew and repair buttons and things like that
And do all kinds of strange things
I allways assumed thay you americans and your massive wallmarts...
Places where you can buy everything basiclly
(Even guns in a few... )
i assumed you'd have such things...
The point is that eben if you can't don't have the timr or skill ortools or whatever.. to do such things as sharpen... there's no reason to buy new....
That's simply wasteful onsumerism
Leah ..... you are a legend! I've just bought a Multi-tool & was looking at the prices of replacement blades (and having heart palpitations). Why is it that most of us folk never think of the most simple fixes? If it's blunt .... sharpen it. Many thanks from Australia.
I lost count of how many people I recommended this video to when I was working in Lowe's tool dept. A great money saving tip! Thanks!
Remember Ab Lincoln's famous quote "If I had 8 hours to cut down a tree, I'd spend 6 of them sharpening the ax." Thanks, Leah!
😂 Dewalt employees
Very true but we have Stampy 🐘 he smashes trees down for butt rubs
That was before my time
Pack of 10 blades...£8 delivered
@@Bart-Did-it i would've taken the $10,000 if i were bart...
Hi Leah, I worked in the HVAC trade for 52 years and learned something new everyday and loved it. Thanks to your channel I learn something new every time I watch.
Thanks
Frank
I wish I'd had Jane teaching my differential equations class back when I was in engineering school. She is so beautifully clear in her explanations and leaves nothing to the imagination. Bravo, Jane!! I must watch more of your videos, as I learn so much from them. 🙂
Leah
Kudos to you!! Not many people understand that a file cuts in only one direction!
And many thanks for this excellent, graphic depiction of the procedure for sharpening those expensive blades.
Thanks from Ron in Nova Scotia, Canada.
I've been a contractor carpenter for over 30years thank you very much you never stop learning
Acknowledging that you don't know everything, that there will always be more to learn or discover by accident on your own, is the trait of a good carpenter, imo.
Ditto, I have been a carpenter in Scotland for 37 years and wouldn’t have considered sharpening the blades,( we used to do that on our Diston handsaws decades ago, but not any more). I will be sharpening my blades from now on though. Have to agree with the consensus that this lady rocks!
Amazing. The blade can be reclaimed in less time than driving to the store and back. Thanks a lot.
Amazing not everyone lives within 5 mins from a local store. And where time is money and gas cost over $3.00 and you have to use your work truck this is actually very effective. Often I'm on a job site where I can't leave for some time just to get consumables and we have to resort to sharping our own chain saws, drill and fix carbide tips.
@@Armedlegally WA9KZY Was not trolling. He/She said "thank you" for showing how the blade can be reclaimed (sharpened) in less time that it takes to drive to the store and back.
@red headed stepchild, but airplanes, delivery trucks did. One for the customer, but not one for the environment. Ehh, i'd order too if it was important enough to me. But i'm prob not the best protector of environment myself.
@red headed stepchild - agreed, 50 blades for $50 makes them a disposable commodity. However, if you have neanderthals on your crew: first, teach them how to cut with the tool in pulses to prevent over heating. Second, teach them how to sharpen the blades they ruin and insist they sharpen their blades at the end of the day. If they are worth their salt, then they'll quickly improve within a few days on using the blades well instead of "taking them for granted." Just my two cents...
I once did something very similar with a Dremel and thin cutting wheel and it worked with similar results. My oscillating tool is one of those cheap ones from Harbor Freight and you get what you pay for. The blades which come with those and the ones sold in those stores become dull very easily. I find that the Bosch blades have the same hole pattern if you have the same tool and want blades that will last longer. Other ones may fit but I am not sure which ones. I just know that the Bosch blades fit without any adapters. It is possible that those ones use a universal hole pattern.
I love this lady. Always with the clearest instructions and no shenanigans
My Granda taught me how to re-cut handsaw blades (he was a Master Carpenter, Leah - this is a tried & tested fix for dull saw blades; clear, concise, & totally common sense - Thank you !
Andrew
It is hard to find someone who actually knows what is talking about and doesn't rant. Must appreciated.
She's a genius haven't seen this anywhere and I watch alot of handyman videos.
Handyperson. 😊💓
I feel like she knows everything. I've learned so much from her.
Thank goodness for this post! I have all of those files. They, and many others from my husband's toolbox are in a plastic bag. I was hoping to ask my woodworker neighbor what they were, and what they were used for. And then there's Leah!! Thank you for what you do. Seriously brightened my day!
I tell you what people. This woman taught me how to rewire a lamp, use a Drexel, save one while doing so and even how to tie different very effective knots for different jobs and reasons. She amazing!! The knowledge I got from this woman is forever and I hope to know even half of what she knows as I get wiser 😉 thank you so very much for all your time and tips. Very much appreciated ✌🥰😅
I used to sell those from Fein, the Inventor of oscillating Cutter. The most common Mistake is that people work on the highest velocity Level, this kills your blade, remember it's a hardened Steel, very durable but brittle. So those missing theeth have broken off because they can't stand fast vibrations and shocks from different sides in fast succession. Level 5 and 6 are meant to be used with bladed cutters to remove coatings etc. Please don't use any level above 4 (or 2/3 of the Max) when using those sawblades :)
That is good info. Thank you
Florian Steimer Thanks, Pal!
The cutter Finn first time I bought it was $550 for just one that was back in the 90s and they're from Germany or somewhere I think but they had great blades
No, no, no. What are you saying? No wonder you don’t work for us anymore. Your absolutely wrong. You always want the tool on the highest setting possible, than brake the adjustment knob so it’s stuck there. That’s truly the only way these things will work. And never try to sharpen a blade it’s far too dangerous.
Your welcome,
Your local Fein dealer.
This message has been brought to you from your local woodcraft and other Fien dealers in your area.
So did you change that? I was told so in internal Course by Fein Representents themselfs. But tbf this was somewhere around 10 years ago. Haven't had to work with one for some years, but my personal experience is that the teeth break of when you have high settings and hit a branch o.e inside the wood.
So either this has changed somewhere along the way, or someone was lying to me.
What a star this person is. I've been in the building trade on and off all my life and she has given me tricks I'd never heard of.
Keep rockin' Gus. UK x
Leah, you are amazing. I'd been watching Paul Sellers doing something similar to a really antique handsaw that had a really disastrous cut. Like many others on your channel, I would never have thought of re forming the teeth in these blades. I have some pretty ugly old blades for an oscillating tool which are definitely going to receive your special treatment.
Thanks heaps.
As I have commented on many of your videos you are an amazing teacher who can teach new woodworkers and experienced ones. You are very gifted! I never get tired of watching your videos; nicely done.
Leah is great. Even over here in the UK I love her common sense and just plain good advice videos. Thanks Leah
WHY HAVEN'T I SEEN THIS CHANNEL BEFORE.
This is excellent. I'm lov'n it
Yes just subscribed right now!
Cheers Leah 👍 I just picked up all of these files off the side of the road. I’m loving the triangle file for my saw blades. Thanks for this as I’ve always tossed my blades..until now.
Brilliant account! I actually ground down a metal cutting blade that was past its sell-by-date and added a hardwood handle attached by a roofing bolt with a butterfly nut
for easy adjustment. The result was a very fine hand-held scraper blade that maintains its edge!
Leah is as good as it gets. Excellent teaching skills and I always watch the videos because I know I can learn something from her.
Keep up the good work, we enjoy what you are doing.
I'm sooooo glad I kept like 10 of the old blades. Gonna go restore them this week!
Leah,
I'm glad to see I'm not the only one that resharpened these blades, I even resharpen my round blades for my electric razor. Thank you for taking time to film and post this video.
Love love love Leah. She’s a bad B! So smart and skilled. Even if I I’m not doing the particular project she’s doing the video on, I watch because of how skilled she is, I can always learn something from her teachings.
I see no reason why anyone would dislike this video, i mean, other than the people who want you to buy new blades lol
@Mason Gilbert Lmao. Bruh chill out
@Mason Gilbert some people work for a living. Hell, I'd give her a job.
Have fun typing.
Mason Gilbert lmao. Bruh, seriously tho, chill out. No one was even claiming to be an expert just teach some laymen some tips. Show us the expert way and we’ll like your vid too
@Mason Gilbert You saying these blades are not sharpened properly at the factory? I find it very hard to believe that a re-sharpened blade could be made to cut better than a new blade straight from the factory. Perhaps you should do a comparison video to prove this claim and cut a 2x4 with one of your re-sharpened blades and a new blade (a quality one such as Bosch or DeWalt, not cheap no-name junk).
@Mason Gilbert hey boss. If you happen to live anywhere near NC, I'd love to hear more about your technique in person.
I love watching every one of your tutorials! That's what they are, not just videos! And you explain things in a way that's encouraging, easy for anyone to understand and your voice somehow soothes and calms! You're pretty amazing! I don't suppose there's anything you can't do! 😉 Thanks for being such a great teacher, I always learn something from you ❣️
Pretty cool. That file is no joke. Great video. No fat to trim. Perfect time, no fillers. Quick and to the point. I'll save $$ with this .
Just now saw this video. I thumbs up'd all of the comments I read & wholeheartedly agree with Michael L's comment. You are a true Superstar & Hero in my book for what you give to us Leah. Much appreciated!!!!
Resharpening is taking a step to becoming more self sufficient and a better craftsman.
Sistah.... You ALWAYS make me feel better about this world. There are still good people out there. You are most definitely on of them. Thanks for being you, and take care.
Hi Leah! You are truly a godsend to an 79-year-old-fart in Kansas! Been a DIY'er since..forever. Some of my tools come from the Mayflower, I think, but my uncle always told to me use my head before using my pocketbook.. Since reitirement, I have invested (energy) heavily in my fav things...gardening, photography, woodworking, and music with my wife . Thanks for all your great info!
Very informative and a great money saver. You better believe they (the manufacturer) won’t tell. But thanks to good folks like you we now know to not just toss em out. Thanks for the tip.
Leah you know I never ever get sick of watching your videos. I ALWAYS learn something new and you are just so easy to listen to. You are a super star and of true service to humanity. Please keep up the excellent work and don’t ever stop making videos. You’re a gifted teacher and so good at it. Thank you 🙏
Great sharpening guide, never thought of trying it! With oscillating tools, I find light to medium pressure and a slight rocking motion left to right allows it to cut properly and clear chips, making the blades last a lot longer.
I didn't know what an oscillating blade was before CZcams recommended the video, but now I know how to sharpen one! Thanks!
I love how sincere and honest some people can explain things! With no computer graphic sh**t. I am glad in future i won't say: "those simple vids with no crap video edits and show". Thank you⚘🤝🏻
Good on you! We throw way too much stuff away when just a few minutes will bring it back to life.
Leah, you are a beautifully talented contractor. I've been sharpening these blades for years. I've also cut them down width wise if I have to cut into a narrower space. I usually sharpen my blades the same way you would sharpen a handsaw, with an alternating bevel. For very fine teeth, with closer spacing I use my Fordem ( precursor to the Dremel ) and cut the teeth using a 1/64th. cutting disc. I've been at the same stuff as you since the first pope was jewish, and I'm always learning new tips and tricks. You've shown me some new ones too. Thanks for your channel.
what method do you use to cut the blade to narrow it?
I am a hard core DIYer/Handyman and I gotta say, I love your videos! They are to the point and improve my life!
I bought a secondhand multi tool and remembered this tip. Worked a treat. Thank you.
First time visitor, I've subscribe, I don't do much woodworking but knowledge is power...
Love this technique to resharpening blades!
Remember in the 1960s watching my grandfather sharpen his tools frequently; he even had a hand crank wheel to sharpen larger saws... Thank you fir this very valuable lesson ⚒🧰🛠
Thank You!!! You will have saved me in buying new blades - just got my first multi tool 🙂
This old dog is learning new tricks 😋
Wow! Cool. Especially when you are in the middle of a project and just don’t want to go to the store for the 100th tine!! LOVE your videos. So glad I found you again!
That tip will save a lot of frustration and money. Thanks for sharing this with us, Leah.
WOW, WOW, WOW..I have flushed so much money down the toilet, buying these blades over and over again. Thank You.
Excellent. A comprehensive video without a lot of fluff you don't want or need.
Thank you so much Jane. You are making a difference in this world with your wonderful tips. BRAVO.
As a new "carpenter", I learn so much from you. We we even watched some of your vids in class!
Twice today you've popped into my feed. Twice today you've told me something relevant and vastly useful. Hint taken. *SUBSCRIBED*
Same here. 👍
Thank you Leah! My father always wants to sharpen my blades. You made his day!
This woman has saved my OLD butt big time! I've watched her several times....wish she was my neighbor....😁 She gets right to issue, bless you Leah!!!!!!
I love this lady I stg she don’t play and she just tells you what you need to know purely to share her knowledge
Im a general contractor for 30 yrs. I have learned quite a few things from leah. Especially on trowel work among other things. Just today i was undercutting a door jamb for new flooring and it was taking to long. I was dreading going to the store for a new blade and was hoping i had an extra in the truck. I did but will now file some of these to get extra use. subscribing now!
Plus charge the customer for a new one ;-)
You've learnt quite a few things from her and only subscribing now??? You are a big tease...
You're a veteran contractor, and you think spending 30 minutes of your billable time is best spent sharpening a $20 blade?
You sharpen that blade ten time and it is a 200 dollar blade.
And buying 10 blades costs how much?
Kind if irrelevant as I am not sure where you got $20 to sharpen it from? It takes 5 minutes per blade. You charge $400 per hour?
Wow I didn't even think that this is possible. People could save thousands by doing this. Thank you for sharing it's really nice of you.
Been in construction for several decades. Gotta say, never occurred to me to sharpen these particular blades. Kudos.
Thank you for a very well put together video and not adding a bunch of unnecessary music or trying to explain the history of electricity.
Leah, you are a gem. Thank you for being instantly accessible when I need you, because you have this channel. Cheers!
Just stumbled across this the day I was about to get some new blades for my new oscillating tool.. Had the files on hand, took about 5 minutes.. Voila! Thanks a bunch. New sub, thumbs up..
Leah- you are a gift to all us diy-ers out here! Thank you, thank you, thank you, for sharing your extensive knowledge with us! ❤❤❤
The pleasure is all mine
Truth be told, Leah, I never really thought about the possibility of sharpening my Dremel blades. And you make it look really easy! Thanks for this tip. I'm definitely going to give it a try!
That is so neat! Thank you! My husband just literally wore down 2 of mine! I will be trying this.
I found another good way, I cut strips from a hand saw and MIG weld them in place after cutting off the old blade at the joint and then dressing the weld, they work great and you can choose whatever blade type you want. PS I like your vids.
I don't have damaged blades at the moment but this really stopped me from purchasing new blades when mine do go dull...thanks a lot for the tip!🙏
Love the positive attitude and encouragement. Thank you!
Thanks Leah, I sharpen all sorts of tools, etc, but It never crossed my mind about trying to sharpen one of these. Great tip!
What a gem I just stumbled upon. Thank you! You are incredible. I look forward to taking my wingin’ it skills to the next level!!!!
Hi Leah, great video. Getting back to engineering principles blade & drill sharpening this is what engineering apprentices were taught. Best regards.
You could try setting the teeth too - bend the teeth just a fraction to the front and back alternately. It widens the width of the cut just a little (the kerf) so that the rest of the blade has plenty of room to move as you push it into the material, and it helps clear the teeth of chips.
Paul Murray looking at the shot of the blade at 3:52 it appears someone has set the teeth already (I don’t think I’m imagining it?)! I wonder why Leah didn’t mention it... could it be done with needle nosed pliers?
I wonder if this can be done on a full size hand saw.
Nicholas Stroganoff without a doubt . But to do it right you need a set tool . These days with battery tools and cheap fire hardened teeth handsaws you rarely see anyone sharpening saws any longer . When I started out as a union carpenter the employers would send our saws out to be sharpened FOC . Once I even had one of my short Disston 10 point cut down an inch at the tip so I could follow uneven scribed lines .Now everything mainly is batteries and throw aways .
JAYJAYJAY53 Thanks Jay. Yeah saws seem cheaper. I bought a short saw for cutting larger PVC pipe and it has a weird double set of teeth.
good thinking,Paul. I will make sure to do that. Thanks!
Jane. The most awesome tip I've ever seen. I've been buying replacement blades after the others have worn out. Thanks so much
Uncle Joe and Aunt Agnes... Dying 😂
Thanks, Leah!
Been watching your videos since you only had 20 or 30 videos, and you've helped me through many a do it myself home improvement projects! My wife thanks you.
And I'm always thankful to hear you say "You can do this!". Makes my heart happy 😊
Second time I learned something thanks to your videos.. and now I had to subscribe. Thank you for the good tips!
I don't know why anyone would give this video a thumbs down. This is really a useful video.
Thank you.
Blade manufacturers of course!