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    Cast Steel or O1?

    Not looking for the merits of other tool steels, I am just looking for any opinions on the stated steels. I have the opportunity to purchase either a set of Buck Brothers Cast Steel socket chisels or...
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    Mr. Voigt, I noticed you live in Virginia also....

    Mr. Voigt, I noticed you live in Virginia also. Did you have a specific source for your lumber other than the box stores. I am looking to source SYP for my bench build in the near future. Thanks
  3. George, aside from Woodcraft, what would you say...

    George, aside from Woodcraft, what would you say is the best bet for lumber within the Williamsburg/Richmond area? Being new to the hobby, I am stumped on where to locate quality domestic wood for a...
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    PM-V11 Blades in Competitors Planes

    Dare I even ask if anyone has successfully used a PM-V11 blade in a Lie Nielsen bench plane? The Stanley replacements that Lee Valley sells are thinner than the stock Lie Nielsen's but some of Lee...
  5. I have been a member of this forum for a short...

    I have been a member of this forum for a short time compared to most but sometimes it can feel like a mob of grumps. There have been a few threads on the creek critiquing the manufacturing practices...
  6. Would this stuff make a good workbench wood?

    Would this stuff make a good workbench wood?
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    Auger Bit Quality

    Between the 2 major players (Irwin & Jennings), does the quality of their auger bits decrease with newer production dates? I am looking to pick up a set of Irwins and was wondering if there was any...
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    What about a Dazor (U.S) or Luxo (Norway)? The...

    What about a Dazor (U.S) or Luxo (Norway)? The price may be higher than you may want but I imagine there would be no concerns about the quality?
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    Thanks Bill. That's what I figured as well....

    Thanks Bill. That's what I figured as well. Mainly wondering if the casting quality is equal to that of the older models (also, the saw clamps look to be a different material?)
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    Stanley 150 Mitre Box Color Scheme?

    I have noticed the Stanley 150 has a few different color combinations. Some are black with red lettering while others may be blue with yellow trim. Is the blue/yellow combination representative of a...
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    Any idea on when Stanley replacement plane blades...

    Any idea on when Stanley replacement plane blades may be available in the PM-V11?
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    **UPDATE** I just received the saw back from...

    **UPDATE**

    I just received the saw back from Mark with a New Handle. The turn around time was super quick and the handle (as well as the rest of the saw) is absolutely perfect. Let this be a...
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    I just wanted to post an update before we lay...

    I just wanted to post an update before we lay this thread to rest. I have spoken to Mark at Bad Axe who has stated unequivocally that he will fix any problems I may have. I never doubted this. I...
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    Well yes inexperienced would be putting it...

    Well yes inexperienced would be putting it mildly. It was never my intention to offend anyone. I just figured that I would pose an innocent question (or at least I thought it was) before I brought my...
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    New Tool Purchase - Need Your Opinion

    I just received my first new saw from Bad Axe Toolworks (Hybrid Dovetail/Small Tenon). The saw cuts and looks great. My only reservation, it was received with a small chip on the top horn. I guess I...
  16. As a counterpoint, the artisans, while their...

    As a counterpoint, the artisans, while their wares may be more expensive, are preserving a dying craft. Eventually, all of these old tools you're finding will disappear, and, without these tool...
  17. While i can't comment on the shipping charges,...

    While i can't comment on the shipping charges, the prices compare favorably to other high quality framing chisels (barrtools) and the production times are running around 2-4 months which I feel is...
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    Thanks, Zach. I will definitely check them out....

    Thanks, Zach. I will definitely check them out. Up until this point the best I have been able to find was:

    Homebuilding and Woodworking in Colonial America
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    Traditional Carpentry and Finish Work

    The market seems flush with books on the use of hand tools in furniture creation, but I was wondering if there are any good publications that explore traditional carpentry (home building) as well as...
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    I am familiar with Adam Cherubini's column and...

    I am familiar with Adam Cherubini's column and musings through various postings and greatly respect his opinions. In comparison my knowledge is slight, therefore while I have read and heeded his...
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    So the beveled sides won't compromise the...

    So the beveled sides won't compromise the strength of the framing (firmer?) chisel? I may be off the mark completely but won't "squared" sides be more adept a chopping? I don't have a strong opinion...
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    Thanks for the Welcome, Jim. If I understand...

    Thanks for the Welcome, Jim.
    If I understand correctly, the bevels help the chisels more easily pare into the corners. If one were to put together a framing chisel set, say with a 1", 1 1/2", 2",...
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    Beveled Timber Framing Chisels

    Is there any benefit/detriment to side-beveled timber framing chisels and/or slicks?
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