How did our woodworking ancestors manage to build anything given their primitive sharpening equipment? Isn't it curious that we spend so much time seeking the Holy Grail (of whatever...the perfect...
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How did our woodworking ancestors manage to build anything given their primitive sharpening equipment? Isn't it curious that we spend so much time seeking the Holy Grail (of whatever...the perfect...
I've used the LN dowel plate for nearly two years and really like it. Perhaps you're expecting perfectly round dowels. While that may be achievable, I hardly think it worth the effort. I've used it...
Larry,
Glad to hear the leaves are at their peak! I've been in touch with Don, and my fiance and I have planned a trip to Eureka this weekend to see your shop. Sounds like our timing was good! Look...
Man oh man! I just opened one of the newsletter files and was blown away by the content! These will definitely provide me with a great resource for some time to come! Thanks so much for...
Thanks for the info, Dave. Just wished I lived closer to all the cool events you guys have access to! Perhaps you can share some specifics about your group's activities -- videos, articles, etc....
Thanks to all of you who responded to this thread. I really appreciate Harry's thoughts on how to proceed. I know our range of talents runs from neophyte to experienced, but that's the whole point,...
Mike,
I'm sure most of the folks feel like there's not much the JMP can do that they can't already accomplish with a saw and chisel -- not as cleanly, perhaps, or quickly -- but acceptably well...
Mike,
I appreciate your comments...and totally understand them. The issues that have been raised, though, are worth discussing because they go to the root of what we consider...or have been...
It seems many of us have found -- or been led to -- the belief that a "perfect joint" is the pinnacle of our craft. Certainly, it's important, but not the Holy Grail. Many of the classic pieces now...
I have a difficult time accepting that this tool enhances "hand tool work". I guess the new standard for craftsmanship is increasing tolerances and accuracy by diminishing the opportunity for human...
Harry,
Your posts are some of the ones I really look forward to for precisely that reason.
Mike,
I agree that it would be impossible to completely re-create all the conditions, materials, environment, etc. of our ancestor's shops. But that's not really my point. My belief is that learning...
How many of you fellow Creekers would have an interest in a forum dedicated to traditional techniques and methods of the 18th & 19th century? I envision it being something along the line of Adam...
John,
Thanks much for the information. I would really like to see your project -- as I'm sure other Creekers would as well. Perhaps you could post some photos in the projects forum!:)l
Thanks, Dave! My girlfriend and I are already planning a trip to Colonial Williamsburg just for the purpose of viewing Mack and his demos. I've also been scouring various bookstores, etc. for...
Thanks for the suggestions. I've been collecting a variety of books, but may have overlooked Greene's; and have been scouring for a copy of Moxon's tome -- one that's affordable. Adam Cherubini...
After discovering Adam Cherubini's various writings, etc., I've become interested in learning more about not only period furniture, but also the construction methods and techniques used by 18th and...
I was basing my (quick & admittedly hyberbolic) math on:
$290 for CMS & stand
$175 for nailer
I simply won't use them after this job, and I was wanting the Nobex anyway. I really had already...
I agree with the shooting board to fine tune a mitered piece -- and I use one regularly in my shop -- however, this is baseboard which will be caulked and painted. To me, it would be overkill to futz...
Maybe I'm carrying things a little too far...but I'm needing to install 150' of 4-1/2" baseboard and have been considering a Makita 10" CMS along with a pneumatic nailer...neither of which I would...
I considered both those alternatives, but was hoping for a magic bullet. HAHA! I guess I could approach the scraping carefully so as not to damage the surface of the laminate film, but will probably...
I'm thinking this forum is the best place to post this question:
How to remove white/yellow glue (PVA) from a laminate flooring (various spots over a 3-5 sq. ft. surface)?
The origins of this...
Rob,
What's the recipe for diluting the colonial maple stain? I'm currently working on bookshelf in soft maple, and I would like to give it a try (on scrap first, of course)...but would like to know...
Rob,
Beautiful job! Maple (especially spalted) is one of my favorite materials to work with. Your finish has created a lot of depth and vibrancy...the neat, clean lines of the box and the...
Boy, what a great group! I continue to be impressed with the level of expertise and helpfulness from you folks! It's like having a whole cadre of journeymen on call whenever there's a problem or...