Fine Woodworking

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Seven tasks for a block plane

May 4, 2021

One of the most versatile tools in the shop, the humble block plane is essential to Mike Korsak's production of accurate and precise work.
Thumb molding by hand

May 3, 2021

Megan Fitzpatrick creates a half thumb molding on the edge of her toolbox lid by hand, in only a few minutes.
Webinar: Systematic handplaning with Bob Van Dyke

April 21, 2021

Replay Join contributing editor Bob Van Dyke for a webinar on handplaning with precision.
Step-by-Step Guide to Tuning Your Block Plane

April 19, 2021

Whether your block plane is new or vintage, follow these steps to get it running at full capacity.
Tongue-and-Groove Joints by Hand

March 18, 2021

For the tongue-and-groove joint, there is only one hand-tool method that Megan Fitzpatrick teaches, and it takes a specialty plane: the No. 48 or No. 49.
7 things about hand-cut mortise-and-tenon joints

March 10, 2021

People think hand-tool woodworking is peaceful and quiet. That’s often true, but not when it comes to chopping mortises.
Keeping a tool chest organized

March 4, 2021

No matter the chest, keep tool spaces simple so it can evolve with your tools and interests.
Tool review: Veritas flush-cutting chisels

March 2, 2021

The Veritas flushing chisels have a long, flat blade with anangled, threaded insert for the replaceable handle.
Choosing Tools: How to Do More with Less

February 26, 2021

This basic set of tools is enough to get you started building projects right away.
Restoring Handplanes: Sharpening and Setup

February 25, 2021

Rollie Johnson shows his simple but effective method for sharpening a bench plane and then dials it in to get perfect shavings.

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