: I was curous about the sharpening system you mentioned, so I Googled it and
: took a look. I'm concerned that that system might not be the 'right'
: solution to your sharpening needs. (At least as it relates to planes.) The
: Gatcos appear best suited to sharpening knives. (Assuming I'm looking at
: the same kit you got.) The swinging action has the potential to introduce
: a convex curve into your blade edge.

Aaron, you were right in reference to the convex curve of the blade. Stanley has a guide with rollers that keeps the edge consistent throughout. The curve itself wasn't visible until I started the new bevel. At least now I know what to look for. Thanks for pointing it out. Now if I could just figure out how to post those smiley faces....

Cheers
Jeff