Popular Woodworking is reporting that Steve Cooke, the "Sharpening Guy", has passed away at age 61. Like many of our fellow woodworkers, I'm deeply saddened at the loss of Steve. I recently had an old Disston backsaw sharpened by him. He returned it with a great sharpening job and even took the time to clean the blade a little and apply some wax to the tote. The saw was, and is, beautiful. It is my go-to joinery saw. I was so pleased that I was just getting ready to send him some more saws.
Steve, you will be missed. If you had any experience with Mr. Cooke, feel free to comment here.
A sad day.
Zach
I too have had saws sharpened by Steve - and - received the sad news only today (25 Mar 10) that he had passed away. I had only talked to him once - but - he was one great guy - who truly enjoyed his profession. Rich from Arizona
ReplyDeleteRich,
ReplyDeleteSteve will definitely be missed. Thanks for commenting.
Zach