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How to test the sharpness of a plane or chisel
» Woodworking Sharpening

Here is how I determine if my plane or chisel edge is sharp. I have a high degree of confidence that this method is accurate and easy to replicate.

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Grinding a Plane Iron with a Belt Sander
» Woodworking Sharpening

This tutorial explains how to grind a plane blade using a Viel Tools S5 Belt Grinder.

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Single Point Honing Jig
» Woodworking Sharpening
homemade scary sharp single point honing guide jig
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Review: Olson MVP Band Saw Blade
» Woodworking Bandsaws
Olson MVP Band Saw Blade
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Bandsaw Blade Vibration
» Woodworking Bandsaws

Recently I had an unusual blade vibration problem with my bandsaw related to a bad tire That made me realize that there are three different types of vibration issues.

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Review: Viel Tools S5 Belt Grinder
» Woodworking Sharpening
viel s5 belt grinder
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Philly Style Jack Plane
» Woodworking Planemaking
Philly style laminated mesquite jack plane
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Review: Lenox Diemaster 2 Bandsaw Blade
» Woodworking Bandsaws

My bandsaw is the center of my shop. I don’t own a table saw, so the bandsaw gets used a lot.

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Krenov Style Jointer Plane
» Woodworking Planemaking
Krenov jointer plane
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Krenov Style Jack Plane
» Woodworking Planemaking
krenov jack plane
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