Hand Planes - Page 11 of 11

Understanding Handplane Blade Angles
September 1, 2006

To get a smooth surface using handplanes, you sometimes need to change the angle of attack to overcome tricky grain.
Which Plane to Buy: No. 4 or No. 4-1/2?
July 1, 2006

Q: I want to purchase a smoothing plane, and I’m trying to choose between a No. 4 and No. 4-1/2. What’s the difference between these two planes? David Christy, Carmichael,…
Listening to Tools Is a Good Way to Identify Potential Problems
October 25, 2005

The sounds your tools make can tell you a lot about how they're working.
One-Drawer Lamp Stand
June 1, 2000

Build this Hepplewhite table and further hone your hand-tool skills.
Antique Tool Auction: The Granddad of All Sales
April 1, 1999

An antique-tool historian looks for a great deal
Essential Tools
August 1, 1998

A pro’s advice on tools for the novice woodworker
Marquetry on Furniture
February 1, 1983

Double-bevel sawing leaves no gaps
Japanese Blades
August 1, 1981

Traditional sharpening methods

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