Hand Tools - Page 14 of 125

Seven tasks for a block plane
May 4, 2021

One of the most versatile tools in the shop, the humble block plane is essential to Mike Korsak's production of accurate and precise work.
Thumb molding by hand
May 3, 2021

Megan Fitzpatrick creates a half thumb molding on the edge of her toolbox lid by hand, in only a few minutes.
Webinar: Systematic handplaning with Bob Van Dyke
April 21, 2021

Replay Join contributing editor Bob Van Dyke for a webinar on handplaning with precision.
Step-by-Step Guide to Tuning Your Block Plane
April 19, 2021

Whether your block plane is new or vintage, follow these steps to get it running at full capacity.
Tongue-and-Groove Joints by Hand
March 18, 2021

For the tongue-and-groove joint, there is only one hand-tool method that Megan Fitzpatrick teaches, and it takes a specialty plane: the No. 48 or No. 49.
7 Things to Know about Hand-Cut Mortise-and-Tenon Joints
March 10, 2021

Bill Pavlak offers some less well-known tips for mortise and tenoning.
Keeping a tool chest organized
March 4, 2021

No matter the chest, keep tool spaces simple so it can evolve with your tools and interests.
Tool review: Veritas flush-cutting chisels
March 2, 2021

The Veritas flushing chisels have a long, flat blade with anangled, threaded insert for the replaceable handle.
Choosing Tools: How to Do More with Less
February 26, 2021

This basic set of tools is enough to get you started building projects right away.
Restoring Handplanes: Sharpening and Setup
February 25, 2021

Rollie Johnson shows his simple but effective method for sharpening a bench plane and then dials it in to get perfect shavings.

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