Ron Hock
I say if it works, use it! Don't be afraid to experiment. And I agree about getting it sharp and getting back to work. For chisels this is all fine but be careful if using a convex bevel on a bevel-down plane iron. Avoid creating a bevel that's too steep right at the cutting edge. A plane iron needs relief (clearance) behind the cutting edge or it won't cut (and it'll drive you nuts if you don't know to look for it.) For a standard Stanley-style 45 degree bed bench plane, the maximum bevel angle is about 33 degrees depending on the type of wood you're planing (dry hardwoods can be planed with less relief.) Just a cautionary public service announcement. We return now to our regularly scheduled program.