How to SHARPEN an Auger bit

[@doylerabjohn3435]

Thanks. I just inherited a few auger bits from my stepfather a retired electrician who just past last year at (92) from cancer

[@AussieWoodshed]

My condolences on the passing of your step father. Glad to hear this video will allow you to keep using his auger bits.

[@davidclark9086]

Good stuff and definitely needed. Thanks.

[@AussieWoodshed]

Thanks, glad I could help

[@EUGENEBURR]

well done Mate ,keep'em com'en

[@AussieWoodshed]

Thanks

[@anthonyseiver7000]

What'cha watching?
Sharpening a screw...
... oh, so more woodworking then?
... 'fraid so.
Jokes aside, interesting video.

[@AussieWoodshed]

Thanks glad you liked it. I had good laugh at sharpening a screw

[@benwooding1311]

Sadly the auger bits I inherited don't seem to have those outside wings at all. They're also very rusty. I don't think I'll ever be able to get them working.

[@AussieWoodshed]

That's a pity, the wings or side cutters are vital to severing the fibers for a clean cut and easy operation.

[@burnunders9129]

Sick!

[@AussieWoodshed]

Thanks

[@Craftsman1984]

Very handy video for idiots like me!

[@AussieWoodshed]

Thanks, I'm glad will get some value out of the video