Eric Rathhaus
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Or a woodworker who never finishes any projects :)

I'm assuming you are asking about a blade that doesn't need a complete rehab but just is dull from normal use. I would use two or three separate...

Indeed! beautiful just to look at.

Hi Fred - I haven't used a tormek. I have used water stones. I have a Lap-Sharp which I use as a grinder and for every grit of sharpening all the...

Ken, she's a beauty. Those bottom stretchers look massive. Does Will's version have cheeks on the stretchers too? And how did u decide on the...

Having just read Chris Schwarz's discussion of the leg vice on a Roubo bench in the Roubo book, it seems even the parallel guide isn't a must have,...

I just installed a couple of the lights Bill D referred to. Very east and bright! only downside is that you can't replace the bulbs. Once they go,...

Derek, the wood and your composition of the bookmatched pieces are beautiful. It's going to be a special gift!

very nice. I have the small wentworth No 1

Thanks, Brian. I posted the question to avoid going out a buying a whole slew of item I don't need. I've already determined to make that the jig I...

I will! Thanks.

I have a chance to buy a used Disston 4 that is 30" by 6 for $15. Some discoloration and small place with pitting. What do you think? Is it too big...

Thanks, Lowell. I was looking at Lee Valley, which prompted my post. I'm tempted to buy the EZE-Lap diamond file sets bus I also have some moulding...

Thanks, Jim. i've read Bob Smalser's instructions in the Faq and downloaded the pamphlet he believes is great for beginners. I just want to avoid...

Thanks, Vincent.

Thanks! knowing nothing about Japanese planes, do you have a guess about the plane's intended function.

Thanks to both of you! I don't have a moisture meter but will borrow one from a friend.

Hi Derek - I do have one response, which is quite pedantic. But I believe the plural of forum, a second declension noun, is fora. :)