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September 23, 2021

How to Choose a Woodworking Workbench

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 06:00

Rex Krueger
Published 22 Sep 2021

Take a closer look at classic workbench designs & and pick the right one for YOU.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Get Workbench plans! (Scroll down)

English Joiner’s Bench
Plans: https://bit.ly/2QZls9T
Video: https://youtu.be/zcq1LQq08lk

Lightweight Traveler’s Bench
Plans: https://www.woodworkforhumans.com/sto…
Video: https://youtu.be/lPiMjv7lkqI

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Workbench Related Videos

Four Workbench Building Mistakes (that we all make)
https://youtu.be/5CwIX6jE-qA

Joinery for Knock-Down Workbenches
https://youtu.be/soJZ1u3cozc

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Resources for Bench Builders

Landis, The Workbench Book (Lost Art Reissue): https://lostartpress.com/collections/…

Schwarz, The Anarchists’s Workbench (Lost Art): https://lostartpress.com/collections/…

(FREE download: https://blog.lostartpress.com/wp-cont…)

Schwarz, Workbenches: From Theory and Design to Construction and Use (Popular Woodworking Books) https://amzn.to/2Xsiws6 (*affiliate link)

Schwarz, Ingenious Mechaniks: Early Workbenches and Workholding (Lost Art) https://lostartpress.com/collections/…

Siemsen, The Naked Woodworker DVD (Lost Art) https://lostartpress.com/products/the…

Siemsen’s Video on using his bench: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvhn-…

Maguire “How to Build a Workbench” (Self Published) https://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/…

Wil Meyer’s site with lots of information on the Moravian Bench: https://eclecticmechanicals.com/

Rob Cosman’s Bench: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0kN1…

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

September 21, 2021

Why Paul Sellers likes the #4 Plane | Paul Sellers

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 02:00

Paul Sellers
Published 4 Jun 2021

No matter who you are, wherever you are in the world, if you follow me at all, you will know that I am always refining my woodworking and my wood with a #4 Stanley bench plane.

You can buy them secondhand and enjoy them as I have throughout a lifetime of woodworking. Follow my channel here to find out how to restore them, fine-tune them, maintain them and use them. You will not regret it!

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Want to learn more about woodworking?

Go to Woodworking Masterclasses for weekly project episodes: http://bit.ly/2JeH3a9

Go to Common Woodworking for step-by-step beginner guides and courses: http://bit.ly/35VQV2o

http://bit.ly/2BXmuei for Paul’s latest ventures on his blog

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Instagram- http://bit.ly/2oWpy7W

Twitter- http://bit.ly/33S7RFa

Pinterest- http://bit.ly/35X5uTf

September 16, 2021

Build a Traditional Schoolhouse Desk from Pine and Nails

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 15 Sep 2021

A piece of the past & a useful piece of furniture come together in this softwood project!

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Get the Softwood Furniture Bundle and more below! (Scroll down)

Softwood Furniture Bundle
https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/soft…

Frontier Desk
https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

Adjustable Jointer Plane
https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…
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Softwood Furniture Videos

2×4 Modern Stool
https://youtu.be/FzZdFCSet48

Six-Board Chest
https://youtu.be/cBq5DGOChgc

No-Glue Wall Box
https://youtu.be/E4wCJGNb6yU

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

September 9, 2021

Furniture Forensics with a Country Chair

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , , , — Nicholas @ 06:00

Rex Krueger
Published 8 Sep 2021

This post-and-rung chair looks like trash, but it’s actually a master-class in green woodwork.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
See More About Traditional Furniture!: (Scroll Down)

Furniture Forensics with a 19th Century Table
Video: https://youtu.be/eLBWSCuzh5Q

Learn Woodworking by Studying Vintage Furniture
Video: https://youtu.be/d-HB0ZIN_Zo

Can you build real furniture with softwood?
Video: https://youtu.be/LW-GtrouKh8

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Build Your Own Furniture!

Build a Mission Bench with Simple Nailed Joinery
Video: https://youtu.be/wy7OR0kXZlc
Get the Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/xyg2…

Simple Table with Hand-Cut Joinery
Part 1: https://youtu.be/EeGtuJCSv6E
Part 2: https://youtu.be/TY-twrQh0Rs
Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

Make a traditional milking stool. Limited tools. No Bench.
Video: https://youtu.be/vO6lATthAmE

The LEGENDARY Six-Board Chest
Video: https://youtu.be/cBq5DGOChgc
Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

Early American Cupboard Build
Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR…
Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/earl…

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com

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Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

August 19, 2021

Three Greenwood Tools You Can Make

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 18 Aug 2021

Make a froe-club, wooden wedges, a huge mallet and a riving break, all from scrap wood.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Get the Mallet & Sawhorse plans!

Joiner’s Mallet
Video: https://youtu.be/sq3K6dLaquk
Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

Low Japanese Saw Horse
Video: https://youtu.be/j7O7Efrzvv0
Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/2d7p…
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Tools in this Video:

Lee Valley Froe: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/…
(I’ve never tried it. I have no opinion on it.)

Gransfors Bruk Large Carving Axe: https://amzn.to/3iWtpen
(Affiliate)

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com

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Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

August 12, 2021

How to Find a Woodland Space for Green Woodwork

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 11 Aug 2021

Can I find a workspace in the woods, even though I live in a city?

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Build your own Shavehorse: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/shav…
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/hqudWoT_jkg

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com

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Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

July 30, 2021

Modern vs. Vintage Plane Irons. Head-To-Head Test!

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 28 Jul 2021

This traditional woodland vise gives amazing hold and will set you up for lots of outdoor projects.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Get the Specialty Plane Bundle! https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/spec…

Here’s What’s in the Bundle:

1.) Build a spoke-shave for PENNIES
Video: https://youtu.be/IPYvwAmoHos
Plans $4: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/make…

2.) Make a rabbet plane for NO MONEY.
Video: Make a rabbet plane for NO MONEY.
Plans $3: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

3.) Make your own Low-Angle Jack Plane
Video: https://youtu.be/hwR0AzvLrx0
Plans $3: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

4.) Cut perfect grooves with this DIY tool!
Video: https://youtu.be/-dwBiQL1Nag
Plans $4: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

5.) Make a router plane from a chisel.
Video: https://youtu.be/-FdA0ImXjbI
Plans $4: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/plan…

*Or get the plans for all 5 planes & a FREE bonus project for just $10!!!*
https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/spec…

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Walter Rose’s _The Village Carpenter_ (affiliate): https://amzn.to/3l44tCZ

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: woodworkforhumans.com

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Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

July 24, 2021

How to Set a Cap Iron | Paul Sellers

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 02:00

Paul Sellers
Published 22 Apr 2021

You can 20 expert woodworkers about what distance to set the cap iron (chip-breaker in the USA) fore-edge to the cutting edge and get 20 different suggestions. Why? Because generally speaking, it is undefined. I personally find that 1/32″ (1mm) works well but watch this video and you will see that you can set it anywhere between 1/32″ and 1/8″ and it will still cut nicely. Myth and mysteries often have no real substance to them so, this is done to bust them.
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Want to learn more about woodworking?

Go to Woodworking Masterclasses for weekly project episodes: http://bit.ly/2JeH3a9​

Go to Common Woodworking for step-by-step beginner guides and courses: http://bit.ly/35VQV2o​

http://bit.ly/2BXmuei​ for Paul’s latest ventures on his blog

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Instagram: http://bit.ly/2oWpy7W​

Twitter: http://bit.ly/33S7RFa​

Pinterest: http://bit.ly/35X5uTf

July 22, 2021

Build a Shavehorse from Two Boards

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 21 Jul 2021

This traditional woodland vise gives amazing hold and will set you up for lots of outdoor projects.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger

Shave Horse Plans: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/shav…

Lightweight Travelers Workbench
Video: https://youtu.be/lPiMjv7lkqI
Plans: https://www.woodworkforhumans.com/sto…

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Check out Mortise and Tenon on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEqw…

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Products in this video (affiliate):
Gransfors Carving Axe: https://amzn.to/3kBz3Un
(Pricey, but very worth it. A plain old hatchet is also fine.)
Ryoba saw: https://amzn.to/2UY6TZ0
(This is a cheaper one, but the plastic handle is nice for outdoor work.)
Panel saw: https://amzn.to/3eDOVlz
(Good, cheap saw for rough work).
Spade Bit Set: https://amzn.to/3rs6QR9
(A great set for the price. For this build, I used a 1.25″ bit that’s not in the set. Linked below.)
1 1/4″ Spade Bit: https://amzn.to/3xWsGPb
(I used this one for the leg holes; great size for cheap.)
Bar Clamp: https://amzn.to/3zns71j
Hand-Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/2W4gk9K

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Videos Mentioned in this Video:

Make a traditional milking stool
https://youtu.be/vO6lATthAmE

Make this modern stool for UNDER $5!
https://youtu.be/FzZdFCSet48

Make a rustic bench with THREE TOOLS.
https://youtu.be/3FKyzLYXiqw

How to Use a Speed Square
https://youtu.be/KFKjrAuYQyE

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Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3uQtdQr

Check out my new site: woodworkforhumans.com

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Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
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July 18, 2021

How to Set up & use a Bullnose Plane | Paul Sellers

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 02:00

Paul Sellers
Published 8 Apr 2021

This little-used terrier of a plane has many different uses, not the least of which is the final fitting of awkward to reach places like the insides of cabinets to ease the fit of elements such as doors and drawers.

This video shows how to use the bullnose and set one up, and will help you to make a more educated assessment as to whether you might want to own one or not.
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July 15, 2021

Restoring the Holy Grail of Vintage Planes (Stanley No. 1)

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 06:00

Rex Krueger
Published 14 Jul 2021

What does it take to restore the worlds rarest handplane? (Plus restoration tips and tricks.)

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Get your plane restoration supplies: (Scroll Down )

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Related Videos

Fast plane restoration with BENCH GRINDER
https://youtu.be/P6-zQSFUl84

Thrift store wooden planes: total restoration, perfect shavings.
https://youtu.be/IzccbYYqwbw

Are transitional planes any good?
https://youtu.be/KvgAjZnM7og

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Stanley No. 1 Videos by James Wright

Why Is This Worth $1000
https://youtu.be/nsivK-NGpEE

How to Restore a Stanley No 1 Hand Plane
https://youtu.be/7xxHjV8QmIM

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*Marking and Measuring*
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(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

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July 8, 2021

Learn Woodworking by Studying Vintage Furniture

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , — Nicholas @ 04:00

Rex Krueger
Published 7 Jul 2021

Especially in woodworking, the best teachers are those who came before us.

More video and exclusive content: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger

You need a new workbench! Check out these designs: (Scroll Down)

The Incredible English Joiner’s Bench
Video: https://youtu.be/zcq1LQq08lk
Get the Plans: https://bit.ly/2QZls9T

Lightweight Travelers Low Workbench
Video: https://youtu.be/lPiMjv7lkqI
Get the Plans: https://www.woodworkforhumans.com/sto…

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Related Videos:

Furniture Forensics with a 19th Century Table
https://youtu.be/eLBWSCuzh5Q

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Wood Work for Humans Tool List (affiliate):
*Cutting*
Gyokucho Ryoba Saw: https://amzn.to/2Z5Wmda
Dewalt Panel Saw: https://amzn.to/2HJqGmO
Suizan Dozuki Handsaw: https://amzn.to/3abRyXB
(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)
Spear and Jackson Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/2zykhs6
(Needs tune-up to work well.)
Crown Tenon Saw: https://amzn.to/3l89Dut
(Works out of the box)
Carving Knife: https://amzn.to/2DkbsnM
Narex True Imperial Chisels: https://amzn.to/2EX4xls
(My favorite affordable new chisels.)
Blue-Handled Marples Chisels: https://amzn.to/2tVJARY
(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.)

*Sharpening*
Honing Guide: https://amzn.to/2TaJEZM
Norton Coarse/Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/36seh2m
Natural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: https://amzn.to/3irDQmq
Green buffing compound: https://amzn.to/2XuUBE2

*Marking and Measuring*
Stockman Knife: https://amzn.to/2Pp4bWP
(For marking and the built-in awl).
Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3gSi6jK
Stanley Marking Knife: https://amzn.to/2Ewrxo3
(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)
Blue Kreg measuring jig: https://amzn.to/2QTnKYd
Round-head Protractor: https://amzn.to/37fJ6oz

*Drilling*
Forstner Bits: https://amzn.to/3jpBgPl
Spade Bits: https://amzn.to/2U5kvML

*Work-Holding*
Orange F Clamps: https://amzn.to/2u3tp4X
Screw Clamp: https://amzn.to/3gCa5i8

Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book

Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger

What Is S-P-F LUMBER? (S-P-F Vs. SYP…What’s The Difference?? Lumber Markings/Softwood Varieties)

Filed under: Woodworking — Tags: — Nicholas @ 02:00

The Honest Carpenter
Published 21 Mar 2021

Much of the lumber you see in stores will be stamped with the letters S-P-F. But what do these letters mean? For that matter, what is SYP and D-FIR? This short video from The Honest Carpenter will explain a few of the most common lumber markings in North America!

S-P-F stands for SPRUCE-PINE-FIR.

These are the three most common softwood lumber varieties in North America. Each wood technically represents a GENUS with several prominent SPECIES below it (like genus Spruce/species White Spruce).

These three lumbers are grouped together in an acronym because they all have very similar qualities, and they are all very good lumber to build homes with!

Also, because spruce, pine and fir are sourced so ubiquitously, and shipped to so many various areas, it’s easier for lumber mills to group them together like this, rather than constantly differentiate them.

S-P-F woods are also commonly called WHITEWOODS, because of their pale color. They tend to have small, regular knot holes, and feel relatively light and airy.

A strong competitor to S-P-F woods is SOUTHERN YELLOW PINE. This yellowish lumber tends to be heavier, and can carry loads across wider spans.

Southern Yellow Pine (or SYP) is also a great wood for making pressure-treated lumber.

Most of our S-P-F lumber comes from Canada (80%).

Douglas Fir (D FIR) is also very popular, and comes out of the Pacific Northwest. It is very strong, resistant to warping, and has a pleasant, almost cedar-like appearance. It is used a lot for timber-framing projects.

Thanks for watching the video! Be sure to visit us at The Honest Carpenter Website:
www.thehonestcarpenter.com

July 2, 2021

How to Edge Joint Two Boards by Hand | Paul Sellers

Filed under: Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , , , — Nicholas @ 02:00

Paul Sellers
Published 19 Mar 2021

Simple things are often hidden in the age of mass information. I put this simple explanation and demonstration together to show you how our fears and doubts are all too often unfounded.

With a little understanding of what’s really happening beneath the plane sole, we can restore methods of working into our daily lives working wood and the result will be new levels of confidence.
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June 24, 2021

Rex Krueger on the real starter kit for hand tool woodworking

Filed under: Books, Tools, Woodworking — Tags: , — Nicholas @ 05:00

I just got Rex’s new book the other day and I meant to put up a post about it, but I forgot, so I’m borrowing the introduction from his most recent Fabrication First newsletter to rectify my error:

There’s a kind of video on YouTube. There are dozens of versions. Each one promises that you can “Get Started Woodworking for Less Than $1000!” or the title proclaims: “Start Woodworking: 5 Tools You NEED.”

I hate these videos.

For a second, let’s ignore the fact that $1000 is a fantastic sum of money. Let’s ignore the fact that hardly anyone can cough up that much cash to just get started on a hobby. Instead, let’s focus on the fact that none of the tools in these videos are necessary.

None of them.

Most of these videos focus on power saws. They tell you that a table saw and a miter saw are essential. They might cover alternatives like a track saw or inexpensive circular saw, but none of them tell you that you don’t need ANY electric saws to get started. You also don’t need a cordless drill, a router, a drill press, or an electric lathe. All of these tools are expensive and many of them are dangerous. They all produce dust that you really don’t want to breathe and they take up a lot of space. The idea that you need these things just to get started is absurd.

Of course, this is a lot of big talk from me. If I don’t think you need to buy all the plug-in tools, if I think it’s crazy to ask people to spend that much money, then I better have an alternative. I better have an effective, inexpensive and safer way to get started. And it turns out, I do. And I just wrote a whole book about it.

The book is based on a simple idea: take a person with no tools and no woodworking experience and get them learning the craft as quickly, safely, and cheaply as possible. By the end of the book, even a raw beginner should be making real, useful projects. If it sounds crazy, it shouldn’t. It’s completely possible.

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