Questions tagged [hand-tools]
Tools used by hand, the work/power is supplied by the tool user.
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Why would I want a joiner's mallet
I was reading this question about the Size of a Joiner's Mallet
and it got me thinking about why specifically I would even want to have a joiner's mallet.
I have an old croquet stick (shortened ...
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Size of a Joiner's Mallet
I built my joiner's mallet when I was just getting started in woodworking. I hadn't seen too many mallets before then so I went with my gut instincts on size and dimensions. The result is a very hefty ...
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Is it OK to re-use an old iron wedge when handling an axe?
I've got an old axe that has a handle slipping down the head. This danger sign means the axe needs a new handle right away. Looking on Ebay the iron wedges that I'll need are about £4 for 4. This ...
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How do I completely disassemble a hand plane to clean it and then reassemble it?
I have a block plane that I picked up from Lowes a few months ago. I took it apart recently to clean the blade but when I tried to put it back together I was unable to get consistent results when ...
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Is there a 'best' way to sharpen an edged tool like a chisel?
There are a bewildering variety of sharpening methods out there and many opinions as to which might be the best.
Is there a best way? What are some good references on the subject?
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How do I make a mortise and tenon joints by hand
I am starting a new project and intend to use more joinery techniques. I am going to make a chair, and I was hoping to create some mortise and tenon joints for the chair that I am making. I do not ...
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Best way to flatten boards by hand
I'm trying to process 4/4 soft maple rough stock into 1/2" thin boards, ready for use in furniture and I'm having a real hard time getting them flat. Here's my process so far:
Crosscut a 18" piece ...
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Does knotty wood dull a hand plane faster than normal wood?
While I was planing down a plank of Cedar this evening I noticed that the plane did not slide through the knotty wood, that it was a harsh stop. It made me wonder whether I should attempt to plane ...
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What is the purpose of a saw nib? [closed]
Saw nibs have been present for hundreds of years. What is their purpose?
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Closing mouth on coffin plane
I have a Scioto coffin plane whose mouth is a little on the wide side. I'd like to glue a piece of wood inside the front of the throat to close it up, but I don't know if rubbing end grain against the ...
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