I was listening to a Fine Woodworking Shop Talk Live podcast recently and they seemed to be a bit confused about what skewing a plane does to cutting geometry and…
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To get answers about woodworking, making and crafting, please use this page to ask about any issues you are experiencing. I will do my best to give you an answer…
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An ancient technique, used by master craftsmen for centuries, the knifed cut-line. Knifing cut-lines provides multiple benefits to the woodworker, they’re accurate, they provide reference points and they help prevent…
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Cutting big dovetails can be a problem, especially if your backsaw bottoms out. Here I have a solution and a great technique that can be used elsewhere. It’s no secret…
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Sharpening can be one of the most contentious subjects in the woodworking world. There are many methods for sharpening edge tools, that’s planes and chisels, mostly. The right one is…
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A few weeks ago my wife asked me what I would like for my 50th birthday present – yes, I’m now officially a grumpy OLD git. We’re currently in COVID-19…
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