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Plane sole flattening consideration : plane flex
December 22, 2019

Hi,Just posting something obivious, but took me a very long time to realize.When flattening a plane sole, you just don't go over belt belt sander or sandpaper all over :…
Creating Screw Driver Clad handles (H.D. Smith Perfect Handle)
December 18, 2019

I have this (Clad?)-handle screw driver. I like to create new wooden sides for it, but it's not easy. I'm looking for suggestions on how to go about that. I…
Scraper plane blade
December 9, 2019

I have recently bought an old Stanlet No 12 scraper pland that is in excellent condition. The blade is a replacement, but everything else appears to be original, no cracks…
Layout tool recommendations
December 8, 2019

I am considering a nice try square as a gift for someone, but don’t know where to look or what to look at.Years ago I splurged on some Bridge City…
need your help
December 6, 2019

hi my name is kirasince I don’t have a husband to fix the furniture.I want to fix the closet, but the shelves fell and could not resist.can i paste them…
How to Sharpen a Hand Saw Using Taper File!
December 4, 2019

Hey This is MathewI have various kinds of hand saw in my collection . In this case i had to sharpen those hand saws different way .Carpenters or woodworkers are…
What drill for deep holes in wood?
November 27, 2019

I got extensive experience with drilling in steel, so I know the importance of correct sharpened drills, correct rpm, ... I don't got much experience of drilling in wood though.…
id an old plane
November 9, 2019

I've been over this and dont see any markings at all... 5.25"long.It's a good lil plane. just want to know its origins if y'all know...
Brace & Bit Extension
November 8, 2019

Anybody out there have a recco on an extension for a brace & bit? I see two types on ebay, one with twin jaws as on the brace and one…
Cherry handle on Ken Kutter Saw?
November 7, 2019

I'm toying with the idea to rebuild the horn on this panel saw. Is this cherry? I have not worked with cherry before and can't say for sure.

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