Struggling with My First Shooting Board Setup, Any Tips?
I'm a long-time woodworker who's now getting serious about using hand tools, and I'm facing some challenges with my first shooting board setup. I've cut a dozen pieces…
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Looking for Hand-Powered Miter Saw Recommendations
I'm in the market for a hand-operated miter saw, ideally something compact and straightforward, like the Stanley Aluminum Adjustable Angle Clamping Miter Box & 22 In. Saw. This…
Where Can I Find Beginner Hand Tool Projects?
I'm new to woodworking and focusing on hand tools since I'm living in an apartment where using power tools isn't an option. I've got a basic set of…
Why Choose Softwood for Woodworking Projects?
I'm diving into a woodworking project at home where I'm looking to build some shelves and maybe a small storage bench. Since I plan to do most of…
Dremel vs. Hand Tools: What's Your Take on Carving?
I've mainly used unpowered tools for my carving projects. It sounds silly, but I somehow feel that using a Dremel is like cheating. I'm curious to hear your…
Is it Possible to Sharpen Rasps?
I'm wondering if rasps can be sharpened in ways other than etching them with vinegar or acid. I've heard there are services out there that specialize in sharpening…
Is it Possible to Build a Japanese Pull Plane Using a Western Blade?
I'm curious if I can create a Japanese style pull plane from scratch using a Western blade and chip breaker. Would this work, or is there something crucial…
How to Create a Wooden Plane with a Depth Adjustment Feature?
I'm looking to craft a wooden smoothing plane that includes a depth adjustment feature similar to what's found in metal-bodied planes. I find setting the depth on traditional…
What's the Best Plane for a Shooting Board?
I'm currently using a Wards Master No. 4 plane from the late '40s and wondering what the best option would be for a shooting board. I'm thinking about…
Looking for Recommendations: Best First Japanese Saw?
I'm looking to buy my first Japanese saw that can help me with tasks like flush cutting dowels or decorative splines on mitered corners. Could anyone suggest some…
What's the Best #4 Smoothing Plane Out There?
I'm trying to figure out which brand makes the best #4 smoothing plane. I've heard a lot of recommendations, but I'd love to get some insights on quality,…
Does Oak Wood Go Bad Over Time?
I've taken a long break from woodworking, but I'm getting back into it, and I found some pieces of oak from a big box store that I've had…
Should I Buy a No. 6 Plane Instead of a No. 5 or No. 7?
I'm considering whether to invest in a No. 5 and/or No. 7 plane, but it's crossed my mind that a No. 6 might actually be the best middle…
What's the Deal with Hand Planing Pressure-Treated Cedar?
I have some pressure-treated 4x4s that I've rough milled down to 1x4 for an outdoor furniture project. They're not as flat as I need them to be, and…
Is HSS Steel a Good Choice for Dovetail Plane Iron?
I'm considering getting some 5x60x200mm HSS steel with a hardness of 60-62 HRC from AliExpress to craft a heavy dovetailed infill plane. The cost is under €20, shipping…
How to Make a Wooden Cabinet Scraper?
I'm trying to craft a cabinet scraper similar to the Stanley models 80 or 81 using wood. I want to make the blade from a piece of bandsaw…
What's the Best Angle for Dovetails in Plywood?
I'm trying to make a small box using some 1/2" plywood I have lying around. It's not for decoration—just building a pinhole camera for fun. I've successfully made…
Will My 192-Piece Tool Set Rust? Need Tips!
I recently bought a budget-friendly 192-piece tool set from Home Depot to keep in my Mule UTV for quick fixes around my rural property. I don't mind some…
Can you help me identify the hand tool used in this amazing documentary video?
I came across this incredible 1971 documentary about a man from the Atikamekw First Nation who crafts a birch bark canoe entirely by hand, without any power tools…
Why Aren't There Dovetail Blades for Combination Planes?
I've been trying to find a more efficient way to make sliding dovetails, and I considered using a combination or plow plane. However, I've noticed that brands like…