Blade Sharpeners & Setters

Keeping your blades sharp is the key to better cuts, longer blade life, and more productive sawing. Our bandsaw blade sharpeners, including the Cat Claw Automatic Sharpener, are built to help sawyers get a precise edge every time—without sending blades out or sacrificing quality. Watch our demo videos to see how to shape your grind rock, adjust sharpening depth, and maintain perfect tooth profiles for cleaner cuts and straighter lumber.

Cook’s Bandsaw Blade Sharpener Demo

This video highlights the Cook’s Saw Bandsaw Blade Sharpener—designed for sawyers who want clean, repeatable sharpening without sending blades out. See how easy it is to set up, adjust, and run your blades through the system to restore their edge and extend their lifespan between changes.

Blade Sharpener Walkthrough with Tim

In this video, Tim gives a detailed walkthrough of the Cook’s Bandsaw Blade Sharpener, explaining how it works from a user’s perspective. Whether you're sharpening for the first time or fine-tuning your blade care routine, this sawyer-approved demo shows how to get consistent, sharp results at your own shop.

A sharp blade is only half the equation—your tooth set needs to be spot-on too. With options like the Dual Tooth Setter and the Single Tooth Setter, you can control blade set down to the thousandth of an inch. Whether you're running wide blades for hardwood or fine-tuning for softwood, our bandsaw blade setters give you the accuracy and consistency your mill demands.

Bandsaw Blade Single Tooth Setter Demo

This demo features the Cook’s Bandsaw Blade Single Tooth Setter, a simple and precise tool for manually setting one tooth at a time. It’s a great option for sawyers who want full control over their set angles and tension, ensuring clean cuts and longer blade life without the need for power.

Dual Tooth Sawmill Blade Setter Demo

The Dual Tooth Setter sets both sides of your bandsaw blade at once—cutting your setup time in half and improving blade consistency. This demo shows how the system works and why it’s a favorite among sawyers who need speed, precision, and reliable tooth set for cleaner cuts and longer blade life.

If your blades aren’t sharp and properly set, you’ll see it in your cut—wavy boards, blade dive, and premature breakage. That’s why sawyers across the country rely on Cooks for blade sharpening systems that are rugged, repeatable, and made in the USA. From grinding rock shaping tips to full equipment walkthroughs, these videos will show you how to keep your blades cutting clean and your sawmill running smooth.

How to Shape a Grinding Rock for Bandsaw Blade Sharpening

In this segment, Robert walks you through how to shape a grinding rock for your bandsaw blade sharpener. A properly dressed rock ensures you're matching the correct tooth profile—whether you're sharpening a Super Sharp DuraTooth™ or an Ultra 10™ blade—and helps your sharpener run cleaner and more efficiently.