Axe Sharpening

[Highlander]

depending on how blunt it is, if it is very blunt, I would start with a file get yourself some sort of edge before turning to the stone,.. I very rarely use a wet stone.

If you are not used to sharpening, I bet that each swipe of the stone you make you are making a different angle because you are moving, so if I was you I would put the blade in a vise, this at least holds it still,... then do slow full swipes with your stone, and watch the angle you use,.. keep the angle slight, not too severe, try and keep each swipe the same,.... swipe uphill on the one side, and down hill on the other edge.

Sharpening comes with practice, you will get to the stage where you can do it on your knee, but it takes time