Sharpening Options for HP-8 Mini Block Plane Irons

You can effectively sharpen your HP-8 Mini Block Plane iron using the HG-4 Honing Guide or the HG30-CSM 30 Degree Mini Honing Guide. Each offers unique advantages depending on your sharpening needs:

Honing Guide Comparison

• HG-30 Mini Honing Guide (Included with the Chopstick Masters)

  • Ideal for the HP-8 and other small plane irons

  • When combined with the HK50-CSM 50 Degree Honing Kit, allows you to hone at a 50-degree angle—perfect for challenging grain or harder woods

  • Offers greater angle flexibility for advanced users

• HG-4 Honing Guide

  • Features a built-in setup gauge supporting 20°, 25°, 30°, and 35° angles

  • Compact and easy to use

For Larger Planes (e.g., HP-9v2, HP-12)

While the HG-4 is not designed for 50° angles, users can still achieve this manually or by using a sharpening guide compatible with larger plane irons. This ensures you're able to maintain a keen edge even on high-angle setups for tear-out-prone woods.

Product Links for More Info & Purchase

• HG-30 Mini Honing Guide: View Product
• HK50-CSM 50 Degree Honing Kit: View Product
• HG-4 Honing Guide: View Product
  

This range of sharpening options ensures precision and adaptability whether you're working with miniature block planes or full-sized hand planes. Maintaining a sharp iron is key to clean cuts and a flawless woodworking finish—choose the guide that best fits your tools and preferred angles.