sharpening a file

[Mr.Nose]

how do u sharpen a file with a ceramic sharpener(i think thts what it is). also if any1 knows how to sharpen a knife

thanks.

[burnhal]

for sharpening a knife I prefer an oilstone. Its not really something that can be told by description- its best taught. And even then people have their favourite way of sharpening. A lot depends on the angle of the cutting edge of the blade- yes- it does have an angle!!There are loads of websites you might care to trawl through which may help you but often getting on and trying it out is the best way- providing you have an old knife or two you dont mind experimenting with!

[heathfield]

For knives, there's just such an informative site here.
As to files, you can't sharpen them. You throw them away and get a new one.

[deso]

Fles are essentially an abrasive surface and can't be sharpened - a bit like one of those green scouring pads. When it's worn out you have to replace it.

[wildwood]

Your file may have old shavings on the 'teeth' if it has been used on soft metals. It can be cleaned with a steel brush, but no, you can't sharpen them.