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Tertiary bevel on chisels?
February 16, 2021

Hey everyone, I’ve been watching some Rob Cosman videos on YouTube lately and he seems to be a pretty big proponent of tertiary bevels on chisels and plane irons. Most…
Japanese Plane Identification
February 13, 2021

Hello everyone, I am new to woodworking and I came across a japanese hand plane that I would love help identifying what it is, and what exactly it is used…
Derusting Old Planes
February 12, 2021

Roland Johnson demonstrates in his current Fine Woodworking video series the use of cola to remove rust from old planes. He mentions use of vinegar only in passing.A length of…
Hock O1 plane iron issues
February 11, 2021

I just got a 2” Hock O1 plane iron to replace a cheaper old iron and I tried flattening the back and I can’t figure out why I can’t get…
traditional woodworking from a wheelchair
February 10, 2021

I was wondering if anybody has any advice or information on how to do traditional woodworking from a wheelchair. the main thing I need advice on is how to hand…
Seeking a couple of clamps
February 10, 2021

I’m seeking a couple (2) clean, pristine, rust free, soft natural patina, vintage, #1 or #0 or #0/3 or #0/5 Jorgensen brand (made in Chicago) hand screw clamps for inclusion in…
Stanley 78 nicker
February 2, 2021

I recently acquired a pretty nice, complete older 78. I’m pretty happy with it, but the nicker, when extended, doesn’t sit completely flush with the side of the plane. Retracted,…
Stanley 78 nicker
February 2, 2021

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hand saw sharpening
January 29, 2021

GreetingsI'm in the process of learning to hand cut dovetails. Phase I was a success -- I got a Katz-Moses dovetail jig and a dozuki saw, watched a lot of…
Sharpening Cabinet Scraper
January 16, 2021

Thanks to the internet and YouTube, I am now confused about sharpening the blade of my No. 80 cabinet scraper. After sharpening and honing the bevel, should a burnisher be…

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