Sharpening the Carving Bit

[Chino]

Hi
Got a question.
I haven't used my carving bit enough to need this done yet.
Is there some one who knows if the 1/16 carving bit can be sharpened?
Has anyone had this done? Is it sharpenable? I don't know if that's a word or not. Need some imput. Thanks
Chino

[AWoodsmith]

Hi
Got a question.
I haven't used my carving bit enough to need this done yet.
Is there some one who knows if the 1/16 carving bit can be sharpened?
Has anyone had this done? Is it sharpenable? I don't know if that's a word or not. Need some imput. Thanks
Chino

Good questioned, I haven't had to sharpen mine yet...

[Pratyeka]

There are facilities out there that do resharpen milling bit. Google "end mill sharpening".
Here is one place among many:
http://www.end-mill-sharpening.com/prices.html

[cnsranch]

You'll wear out the machine or break the bit before it needs sharpening...don't worry.

[jeff412]

the bit could appear dull if it has pitch buildup on it. You might want to try cleaning it first. If you haven't already.

Jeff

Edit: Never mind. I see now that you said you didn't need it done yet.