What I'm using when I have to be away from a project for a few mins.
Don't want one of My Parrots landing on a blade
Jdee

Very clever! I must try that. I have curious cats that are constantly around me when I am sharpening. This will be a good way to protect their little prying noses when I have to leave my work for awhile. Thanks for the tip!

Leo

Great Idea!

Me Too! I got a sibling pair from the shelter; male/female about 7 months old. Curiosity and cats and stuff...

I will try that also - have 2 cats but one is always nosing around when I'm sharpening and I worry about him. Great idea!

OMG!
A young child is going to come over to explore, reach for the mag and slide it off, dragging their precious tiny fingers down the hidden edge. I'm previewing the nightmares now that I'm going to have tonight. Shudder shudder shudder....

on the other hand, if kids are out of the picture, then it is a very nice, simple solution. Otherwise, a lockable room or high shelf for temp storage while you're away might work.

I keep my kids in nice cages at night but they seem to always get out in the day time.
Kids are so smart these days
Its probably more for me when I go to get the phone
or the like
Jdee
PS: I get a new camera next week and you all get to see pics of my kids
Tupoc and Lola
I know you can't wait, and a high place will not work for my kids they can fly
Jdee

Indeed, I for one am looking forward to seeing your pics. Hopefully too, we will get to see more of your sharpening experiences.
All the best
Leo

My first vid has to be tupoc biting a Brazil nut in half in slow motion ,,
if the cam works out I will post it.
Jdee

should have used a cover a few minutes ago; only takes a split second. About 1 inch long just thru the skin on edge of right hand. A little pressure and super glue and it's good to go.