Rex Krueger
Published 15 Feb 2023There’s another dovetail that you might not know about. Learn to cut it and use it.
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February 16, 2023
Cut the Sliding Dovetail Joint with common hand tools
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February 9, 2023
Get flat boards EVERY TIME with this simple process // Handtool stock-prep
Rex Krueger
Published 8 Feb 2023Flattening by hand can be intimidating, unless you have a process.
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February 2, 2023
Stop FAILING in your woodwork. Use these strategies instead.
Rex Krueger
Published 1 Feb 2023Simple steps lead to great progress, the same is true in your woodworking.
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December 22, 2022
The Minimum Timber Bench // Start woodworking for less!
Rex Krueger
Published 21 Dec 2022The Minimum Timber Bench plans are 34 pages of full-color, step-by-step instructions in standard and metric measurements. The plans include a full stock list and cut list. Every image is modeled in 3D and each step includes tips and tricks to make your build easier. This bench is designed for beginning woodworkers and power-tool woodworkers who want to get into hand tools. You can build it completely by hand or with a few common machine tools. Get your plans here: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store/mini…
The Minimum Timber Bench Course is eight chapters of detailed build instructions. Follow along as I do each step of the build using basic machine tools (and a few hand tools). I’ll take you from stock selection all the way through to flattening and using the bench. The course is 80 minutes long, fully searchable, and includes the complete plans for FREE! Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/43yfhjwb
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November 24, 2022
Can I make an AUTHENTIC Katana from wood?
Rex Krueger
Published 23 Nov 2022Historical weapon, beautiful construction & a great holiday gift, Katanas have it all!
Patrons get all plans early: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Get the FREE templates!: https://www.rexkrueger.com/store (scroll down to bottom of page).
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November 19, 2022
Is this the future of budget tools?
Rex Krueger
Published 16 Nov 2022This inexpensive plane is filled with surprises and they’re not all good.
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November 10, 2022
Installing a “basic” vise is pretty difficult
Rex Krueger
Published 9 Nov 2022A bench needs a vise. Is this the one for you?
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November 3, 2022
Your shooting board is too fancy! Use this classic design instead!
Rex Krueger
Published 2 Nov 2022Shooting boards have gotten crazy, but you can build a simpler shooting board.
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October 20, 2022
Special Report on the Price of Vintage Tools
Rex Krueger
Published 19 Oct 2022Markets are open again; how has the price of tools changed?
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October 15, 2022
Sharpening Stones: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Rex Krueger
Published 12 Oct 2022What to know before you get started with sharpening stones.
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September 8, 2022
Fixing a HUGE crack in a live edge slab table
Rex Krueger
Published 7 Sep 2022A tough crack requires creative problem solving, can I do it?
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July 21, 2022
Hidden flaws in vintage wooden planes
Rex Krueger
Published 20 Jul 2022Find the problems that can make wooden planes unusable. Find them BEFORE you buy.
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July 7, 2022
Import Tool Madness: $8 Drawknife
Rex Krueger
Published 6 Jul 2022Can this possibly be a good tool? Plus tips on a quick and easy shavehorse.
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June 9, 2022
Packing My Basement Shop and Moving to a New Building
Rex Krueger
Published 8 Jun 2022Out of the basement & over to the new shop!
Patrons found out last week: http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
See the first in the New Shop series: https://youtu.be/XWFV37CwVr8
New Shop Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR…
Wherever you work, get these affordable plans! https://www.rexkrueger.com/store
Marc’s Moving Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiH-H…
Walter’s New Shop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7QSe…
______________________________________________Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3oyjC0E
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/3gCa5i8Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book
Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger
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May 26, 2022
I’m Moving to a New Shop!!!
Rex Krueger
Published 25 May 2022It’s time to get out of the basement, but where am I going?
Patrons found out last week! http://www.patreon.com/rexkrueger
Wherever you work, get these affordable plans! https://www.rexkrueger.com/store______________________________________________
Get My New Book, Everyday Woodworking: https://amzn.to/3oyjC0E
Check out my new site: https://woodworkforhumans.com
______________________________________________Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gRhEVT?
______________________________________________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/3gCa5i8Get my woodturning book: http://www.rexkrueger.com/book
Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger
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