Hand Tools Archives - Page 132 of 259

I am in need of a new (and hopefully better) mortise marking gauge. I favor the traditional design but like the idea of a fine adjusting screw and a (replaceable)cutting…

        I have been considering replacing the blade in my Stanley 60 1/2 low angle block plane.  I wonder if I should just try to get really good with the…

Is it an absolute no-no to run some pine doors that have been polyurethaned thru a Makita 2012 planer? I know it'll probably gum up the blades but will it…

I noticed an add in a woodworking magazine on Spyderco ceramic sharpening stones: no lubricant, no mess, etc.  The claim is they are good for planes and chisels and the…

The common understanding is that a chipbreaker, when positioned close to the cutting edge (usually 1/16" away or closer), fractures the wood shaving thus preventing (or lessening) tearout.  However, low-angle…

I've read complaints about perforated diamond stones rusting when lubricated with water. I've read some people who use them dry. And I've read some people use various light oils. Can…

OK, OK, I know they're not for woodworking, but these are fine, heavy old hoe heads that are needed in service around our property.  But the modern handles are too whimpy…

Hello: I have just started my workworking and I am interested in buying hand planes.  Is there any suggestions in reference to which one is best to start with. I…

Just bought a hand plane at a garage sale and now want to flatten the sole. Have various sandpaper grits attached to plate glass. The question is whether a difference…

Does anyone have an opinion of Woodriver chisels?  Woodcraft is offering a set of 8 for $50.  I'd hate to buy them only to find out I wasted 50 bucks.