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Coated chisels, what to do
January 27, 2006

I bought some two cherries chisels. They seem to be coated. Should this coat be removed before putting them to water stones? What is used to remove this coating? Rod
Bevel up planes
January 26, 2006

I'be been reading everything I can find about planes before buying a starter set consisting of a Veritas BU Jointer, a BU Smoother and a set of the three bevel…
To restore or not to restore?
January 26, 2006

Here's a can 'o worms for you. In many collectibles; antiques, coins, toys, it is considered a desecration of an object to restore, or sometimee even to clean a vintage item. …
Making a Bow Saw and A Frame Saw
January 24, 2006

I am getting ready to make both a bow (turning) saw and a frame saw. I've read a number of articles on the making of each and think I have a pretty…
Vertical Plane Storage
January 24, 2006

I am currently designing a wall cabinet to store several of my Stanley and Lie-Nielsen planes. I have The Toolbox Book by Jim Tolpin where many examples of storage solutions…
yet another plane question!
January 24, 2006

I will be attending the woodworking show in atlanta this weekend with the intention of purchasing a veritas plane. But I am in doubt as to which one and am…
shoulder plane for thickness of cheeks
January 24, 2006

I have seen many posts here about the use of a shoulder plane. I would like to once again ask the question does anyone use a "shoulder" plane to pare…
Bronze or Iron Planes?
January 23, 2006

What's the difference other than looks. Is Bronze "better" or just better looking =) I'm considering some LN and well, those bronze planes are beautiful.
lie-nielsen sharpening recommendation
January 17, 2006

The following excerpt is from the LN website: "We recommend water stones used with a honing guide to provide good control. A secondary bevel of 1° to 2° helps achieve…
Flattening water stones
January 17, 2006

Flattening water stones. I've used water stones for years but never bought an expensive 'flattener'. I one of my DMT diamond stones but I've never heard anyone say whether that…

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