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Why are my small chisel secondary bevels coming out wonky?

September 30, 2021

I'm working at sharpening a new set of chisels, putting secondary bevels on the cutting edges after flattening the backs. The secondary bevels on the two large chisels - 3/4"…
What is this tiny hand plane??

September 15, 2021

What the heck is the purpose of this miniature hand plane? Overall it's 2" x 3/4" and the blade cuts a 1/4" wide groove.
Blade retract

September 10, 2021

Hi I have the new Stanley sweetheart number 4 smoothing plane. I took it apart to sharpen the blade and now I can’t get the blade to fully retract to…
Brass hardware for router planes

August 24, 2021

I made my first wood router plane last week and now I've made another one. The problem I'm having is finding the right brass hardware to hold and adjust the…
Requesting Help buying a set of File/rasps

August 24, 2021

I'm Relatively New to woodworking but I've had a project on my mind for a long whileAnd currently I'm missing a set of files and rasps to start it.The problem…
Buck Brothers Chisels

August 24, 2021

I have some old Buck Brother chisels and I would like to get some more info on their age. They have hex wooden handles. The all have the letter A…
Stanley no. 5 assistance

August 23, 2021

I'm entering the world of woodworking and recently acquired a no. 5, type 9 Stanley.Considering I do not have any previous knowledge or skill with hand tools I am wondering…
WANTED: WoodJoy Cigar Spokeshave

August 20, 2021

I have always wanted one and they are no longer made. Anyone have one they want to part [email protected] McSpaddenGuitars.com or on FBThanks
Can you use the “ruler trick” on the blade of a router plane?????

August 17, 2021

Hi:I purchased the Bench Dog router plane from Rockler (online) and the blade that came with the plane is really, really bad! I've asked Rockler if I can swap this…
Chisels… O1, A2, PM-11

August 15, 2021

Have had an itch to try a different chisel than my old blue handled Marples. Have always been interested in Ashley Isles MK-2 in O2, but the LV seems to…

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