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Time to realize it's 2024 (almost 2025), and the ability to produce decent tool steel is hundreds of years old at this point. The amount of steel in...

So...kind of like a tide, but different? Interesting--i could see that in a large reservoir or similar (or Great Lake). And...by virtue of this...

Nice job on the bench. And Happy Birthday. jtk

Virginia Tech Dendrology has some decent keys.

I watch videos, or television shows about woodworking. I am more visually inclined. The only time I listen to a podcast is when I am traveling out of...

Personally, the Sorby handles feel perfect in my hands. I love the bulge up near the cutter, especially when I'm dampening thin spindles with my left...

Lotta tongue biting just now...

Happy Birthday!!

Jack, to be blunt, I think that statement is meant directly for you.

Jim, the health aspects of any quality tool, not just Festool, is how I became a convert some 40 odd years back, I was starting to develop constant...

Neither of that makes any sense to me??? I just used shoe molding in the rental house I put it in.

Both pieces a very nicely done, Andrew. There is something about the bench with the exposed joinery that find intriguing and aesthetically pleasing.

37 is not old enough to wear out anything.:) I'm exactly twice that old.

Except for those of us who grew up driving rear wheel drive cars, then the automatic response is to back off the throttle. I almost put a rented...

Personally, I find it helpful to hear someone give an answer and tell me it’s based on their experience. And if they have commercial experience, that...

I’m glad you were able to build that, as you wanted to. I think I understand your Mother’s thinking, too.

Looks good to me! I am 71 yrs old, and still working with my hands....and have been since I was 15....seems to be a nice way to stay active and...

I've had the same leather wallet since I was 12 and received it as a Christmas gift. I'm 37 now, so 25 years and counting. Surprised it hasn't worn...

Just to toot my own (son's) horn, here's one on building a timber frame business....

Have yet to even open either package, yet...as I am not currently in need of any sharpening being done...However, after the current Project is...

Tough crowd so far, I suppose. Podcasts generally can have value or be a complete waste of time like so much other "content" out there these days. ...

There were 4 stiles, 2 per door...after some lay out work...it seems that I am doing the 2 upper doors first...so..last 2 stiles were worked over...

Don't get me started...

If I'm confident of my answer (based on experience.. e.g. "measurement science" aka calibration...34 years in aerospace) I'll post it. If I'm...

I feel your pain.Had many projects get a ding/dent, always at the finishing stage. Set the project or parts on a bench, not on the floor. As for...

I am a bit hesitant to answer requests for information on electrical problems. I've worked on electrical things for over 60 years. In all that time...

Never heard of a dust blower on a bandsaw!

two lifetimes. My brother gave me one from saddlebackleather.com. It is truly fine leather and craftsmanship. Their motto is "They will fight over...

Well all I can say is, a good many members are, lets say older. Many miles and experiences under their belt. Everyone has a background to draw...