Re: ATM "Cathy James" <Cathy.James@MCI.Com>: FW: Making the first tool

[Cary Chleborad <bennu@ns.net>]

>         Finally, I am struggling with a method to hold the
> tool/mirror in place for grinding.  My original plan was to nail two
> pieces of 2"x4" into my workbench (which also will double as
> grinding stand).  Each would be sawed off about 1/2" high, with
> the grain vertical.  The third piece would be identical, but would be
> put in place with a screw.  Any simpler ways to do this?

You could simply set everything on a wet towel.  Remember to change the
towel between grits.  Once you get to the 300's grit sizes you probably
won't need the towel.

-Cary Chleborad