Craft the Perfect Edge! Inside Wranglerstar's Shop for the Ultimate Sharpening Setup
Join Wranglerstar in the workshop as we dive into the art of tool sharpening with our latest DIY project: the Ultimate Sharpening Setup! Whether you’re a professional homeowner looking to keep your tools in top condition or a craft enthusiast eager to learn sharpening skills, this custom-built cabinet has everything you need.
In this detailed tutorial, Cody walks you through the process of building a versatile sharpening station that folds away neatly. Discover how to integrate various sharpening tools like diamond stones, Japanese water stones, and classic Norton India stones into one organized space. We'll also cover how to refinish and mount this beautiful USFS green cabinet in your own shop to make maintaining any tool or knife effortless and efficient.
But that's not all-see the transformation of raw plywood into a striking, functional piece that not only serves a practical purpose but also enhances your workspace aesthetics. Plus, get tips on using each type of sharpening tool, from vintage files to the versatile Lansky Puck, ensuring your blades are always at their sharpest.
Don’t miss out on building the ultimate tool sanctuary in your shop. Subscribe to Wranglerstar for more practical DIY guides, tool reviews, and homesteading insights. Leave your questions and tips in the comments below, and share this video with fellow DIYers who could benefit from a professional-grade sharpening station!
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East Coast men sharpen our tools with the calluses on our hands because we don't have soft skin like west coast fancy boys!!!
The good ol’ east coast hand strop😂
So that's why you can't cut anything worth a damn.
Men on the east and west coast are pretty soft these days.
😂 lol love the rivalry
Us Midwesterners think that men on both coasts are a little salty.
It would be awesome to bring back the whole wood shop. I’ve been watching your old videos and have learned a lot.
I miss that old shop and saved all those videos when he redid all of it. Modeling mine after that shop
There was a Russian sharpener at one time.
Touches of old school video, I miss them.
It’s great to see the old sharpening station back in business.
Of all the tools, I've seen on this channel that stencil machine is my favorite.
me too !
thanks cody, i started watching you sharping tools. i tried to learn while i was in school but my instructor didn't want to bother.
Great video, so many small, but useful tips to use. God bless you and your family Cody!
I always learn something from your videos. Keep up the good work and keep your powder dry.
Every now and then I see a tip like putting plastic in a paint tray and I am satisfied my hours of watching KZhead is the right thing to do
Definitely fizz worthy!
A lovely kit, Cody. Everything fits perfectly.
Now that is a nice lable stencil maker. A little over the top for the average joe like me but the type of thing you'd love to find on a flea market for a good price. Nice.
I'm glad to see a cabinet from the old shop I didn't think you kept any of them. GO LOCTITE! God Bless you
Another great video Brother :) Learned some stuff. I noticed, when your working on something, whatever doesn't matter what, you have everything neat clean and ready to use, easy to find, cleaned and prepared before storing and ready to go when needed. That impressed this 71+ yr old. I am going back and organize all my stuff, easy to get lazy and stop doing what needs to be done. You said something the other day, my dad, grandpa always believed in and did. "If something is worth doing, it is worth doing right" thanks WBC :) 🙏❤💯🙏
It’s pretty hard to be that clean.
Quite the interior designer you are. I wish I had that ability to be so neat and tidy
Nice to see this type of video from you again….. bravo!!!!
Wow, this really takes me back to when you first made this cabinet. I remember how satisfying it was to watch you make it.
Thank you for sharing. I always learn and enjoy your videos. I appreciate your efforts in sharing your knowledge.
That’s really nice. I’m in the middle of a whole lot of storage and organization. I would probably put some cup hooks on the outside to hang a brush. That way when you put your tools back you’ll always have a quick way to tidy up the bench of stone or file dust. That particular brush is allowed to get oils and sharp nastys on it unlike other shop brushes meant for cleaner things.
I love when you make kits of tools. Great video thank you!
I absolutely adore witnessing the harmonious amalgamation of the workshop, adorned with the exquisite inclusion of your esteemed grandfathers' meticulously crafted tool drawers. It is truly a sight of unparalleled beauty!
Big words.
A true trip back in time Cody!! I have watched all videos for over a decade and the feel of this video took me back to happy days in past! Thank You Sir!! @wranglerstar
Oh man, the shop is so neat and spacious! Something to aspire to!
Great setup and advice. Thank you.
The East Coast version of this cabinet would have been refinished with old wood paneling left over from a basement remodel.
It always amazes me that people get mad at Cody for having tools and land. That’s his job! To teach us things and show us what can be done. He’s an almost old enough to think about retirement and has had multiple successful businesses this being one of those. We get All his knowledge from those jobs and years of experience and he gets to buy nice, quality tools to teach with. Sounds like a win win to me.
Organized, Mentor! My small Ingersoll Rand air compressor comes in handy before I paint or clean my tools. It really cleans those pores out! Sleep well, and remember your dreams, Sir!
Now, that’s sharp!
I hope this means we are going to get back to wood shop content soon. I've really missed watching you make wood projects with your hand tools.
Blown away. !! Every time!! So what are the chances of something extraordinary? I as myself?? Well you did it again!! The tape and paper applicator!!?? That’s friken brilliant!!
Another great video! Your music selection is perfect! Love the Forest service dark green color..
Thank you very much!
I wondered when this was going to make it back in the shop. 😊
Love French cleats. Grandpa always had the coolest tool storage and now I use it for everything from tools to gym equipment
I tried to buy French cleats but I find that the French have small feet
Thank God. Something useful finally.
Great project, keep all your sharpening tools in one place. The Worksharp belt sharpener is fantastic, puts a edge on my knives like they just came from the factory. So glad you chose East Coast Man Green as the color to paint the cabinet. See some of us have things in common with West Coast man. The best part was the stencil letter maker, I didn't know they existed in a small form factor like yours, will have to look for one to purchase. Over-all this was a great informative video. Thanks for sharing.
What if you work in multiple places? You can’t have all your files in one place.
thanks for sharing, great video
return of the epic french cleat!
Thank you for the video.
I like to use a trimmed down handle on my paint brush for easier inside cabinet/shelves work.
Cool video brother, thanks. Y'all take care and may Father YHVH God bless you and your family.
this video is hypnotic - i cant pull myself away lol - must go to sleep.
thats a lovely green
Great idea, i like it.
Dilute some sulfuric acid to about 10-20% and soak your files anywhere between 10 and 24 hours and it brings them back to life. Another good sharpening tool.
Looks nice!
Man, I love those French cleats
As a part of wranglerstars 7 years old, bit still ongoing series ”How to set up a shop like a pro” just wait a year and we have a complete teardown and a new episode!
This one's a keeper for the next time I have insomnia.
Would love to know your playlists or whatever you listen to whenever your earbuds are in!
Goodness gracious, that's handsome.
Very nice!!
Love the label. Better than a Dymo in that application IMO.
Should have painted the wrangler star too! cool video I enjoy watching your videos
What happened to your TSPROF kit? I bought one of those kits based on your videos of their stuff and have been in love with my KO3 ever since I got it.
Practical video.🙂👍
Well done sir
Awesome stuff, Cody, love how well organised you have your stuff! Anybody here any thoughts on the tormek sharpening system? Their 'black edition' looks pretty sweet!
Lovely!
very nice cabinet
Those M12 tools are so nice
Cody sold me on Milwaukee and I’m switching to them.
I think a second coat is in order unless you were going for a more rustic look. Great video as always Cody
My mind is blown by the paper roller with the Tape roll at the top.
Thank you. Seems I have some catching up to do, youtube has decided not to notify me of any new videos of yours for the last few weeks!
Where is the TSPROF sharpener?
I liked and understood everything except the label. I thought it looked much better without it and don't think you would have anyone in there using the sharpeners without knowing where they are located.
Could u show how u made the jig for those blocks to determine angle for the honing guide?
Ah…the ole French cleat sharpening cabinet from the old place. NOW…we are getting somewhere!
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Nice!
Really glad you’re keeping the chest of drawers ❤memory lane in this video
Love the content. I am curious why used a chisel. Is the screwdriver chisel dull?
Very nice
My new goal in life, is to have a plethora of toupe's, and each one will have it's own style, just like ProHo's.
The only thing missing is band aids lol !! Great job
Haven't seen a punch machine for label making since boot camp... 1983. When I was a Westcoast Man.
Where is the TSPROF gimble sharpener ? I bought one after Cody demonstrated it years ago. Its great to have so many sharpening solutions.
Pretty necklase!
Love the green! You should stain the inside of box!
He said why.
no Tech Studios? I love my TSproof, got mine ordered the same day your showed off the very first one 9ish years ago
How cool is that stencil maker?!
did you remember to go back and apply the oil to the chisel after you touched it?🤣
Cody, how do you feel about having a leather strop, like barbers used, for honing?
This is just awesome.
Paint it purple...to match the dew rag!😉
Need power in there with a nice bright led strip and an air chuck with a short hose blowgun for chips and such
The original way I found you was from your review of the TSPROF sharpener. Where is it?!
That Iron Heart Jacket is looking phenomenal!!
A pretty sharp sharpening center....nicely updated and dressed up. Thanks for sharing.
Man, I wanna be West Coast sharp..😮
On the file card, I’ve always just used a regular wire brush and it seems to do the trick for clearing a file. Is there a real benefit to having a dedicated file card other than just having the super use case specific tool?
great video once again sir, but about the oil rag in a tin, what about spontaneous combustion? wouldn't that be a risk in to store in a wooden furniture in a beautiful wood shop? :) gretings from Norway
There's limited oxygen in the can plus a metal can wood contain any heat that was generated.
Waiting for the truck to get labeled. Question would be what would you label it?
very nice! i am seriously desiring a stencil machine! i didnt see your crosscut assortment in there, will you put thst kit somewhere else?
Yes, definitely
Nice
bussin' ong no cap, fr.
@wranglerstar I would love to know the paint code or where you got the USFS green paint
I've wondered where this thing was and if it would make a return?
Cody what are the measurements to achieve the angles on your bench?
Do you label it so you don’t forget where it’s at?
OK, it gave me the fizz.