How To Sharpen A Hatchet With A Dremel. Moving the blade of the machete up and down the stone will help. Starting at the top edge of the blade, tilt the hatchet to your chosen angle, apply pressure downward while moving the blade back and forth over the top of the stone, with a slight rotation.
Once you’re ready, turn the dremel on and place the head flat against the edge of the axehead, following the bevel of the axe. Bring that blade back to life by learning the technique to sharpening it. Repeat 2 to 3 times on each side for a finely honed axe edge.
Let it cool or dunk it in water.
Clamp the head of the hatchet between your knees with the blade facing outwards, or place the hatchet in a vise if you are sharpening it at home. Place the bit against the edge and match the bevel angle. Make long passes from one end to the other. Moving the blade of the machete up and down the stone will help.