Discussion: Dull Increment Borer

What is an increment borer? "An increment borer is used to determine the age of a tree. The borer is compact so it can fit into a pocket of the vest and is easily assembled. ." - FORsite

• What is an Increment Borer?

On sharpening a borer: "Buy the stone and follow the method that comes with the stone. A conical stone ... may work but the inside has to be sharpened flat not in a wedge or flared shape." - ID4ster

• How to Maintain and Sharpen an Increment Borer

On buying an increment borer: "The increment borer is the classic instrument for fast and reliable results when evaluating age, increment and soundness of trees. Increment borers are also used for decay check-up, pollution control, wood density, chemical penetration control..." - Haglof of Sweden

• Buy an Increment Borer

_{Steve Nix - Photo of My Personal Borer}