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So riddle me this (for making boxes)-
Let's say I have a not square plank of walnut. I plane it to the right thickness.
Then I plane one long edge as the edge so that all other edges are...

This is insane to me. Ive never tried it but will tomorrow.
What does it do the wood that makes it helpful?

Of course LN makes an add on handle.
Clever little gadget. Perhaps....)
(edit- $75!!? I'll just have a blister now and then.... No way I'd spend that. Though I might make one from a chunk of...

Ive tried cutting dovetails. Endlessly. And my skills improved. but usually not enough for a box I’d want to give away.
So I started cutting miters. Then made a donkeys ear to clean them up.
Ive...

Derek!
Im barely on the SawMillCreek threads and somehow you have been there to answer other questions ive had.
And as before-your answer is a good one, chok-a-blok w/ good info.
But holy...

In so many corners of my life I see examples of things that are more and more expensive, while the benefits get smaller and smaller.
On bicycles you’ll see a set of wheels that are outlandishly...

THis is all really good info.

If i understand it all correctly- first choice, bench grinder.
I have one, but need an accurate sturdy bench rest to help keep the angle as I'd like it.
And...

So you're saying that the arc of the round wheel will cause a slight concave grind to the blade? So the leading edge and the rear edge of the primary bevel will later touch my sharpening stones after...

Fall always has me in the shop more.
And that has me sharpening more.

I’ve had a hell of a time sharpening a Veritas plane blade (PMV-11) over the years.
If I ever need to re-establish the...

Kerf Plane!!? That’s a thing? (Image searched commenced….yes, it’s a thing)
It reminds me of bumper bowling. Training wheels. Water wings.
All those things that are used to help someone get along...

Once the sawdust is swept up tonight, I’ll revisit Paul’s videos on such tasks, thanks. I tend to drink my coffee and answer emails while it plays. Next time it will get more of my attention.
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Has anyone here actually cut a box to create the lid w/ a plow plane?
I can’t think of a time I’ve planed anything all the way through. Seems like those last few shavings would result in a choppy...

Now that's everything I was hoping for! So many great techniques.
Naively, I didn't know I should have to plane the edges to something useable. Figured maybe some light sanding and it would be...

I’ve struggled w/ the top/lid on more than one box.
And so I’ve wandered the web, and posted my question here.
The usual answer is that I make a box that’s the same on the top as it is the...

It’s late. The home is asleep and I’m just surfing along catching up on your input.
Astounding how many various planes there are to do the job. Too many to keep track of. Even now I’d have to...

What a wonderful community this is. Thank you everyone.
I’m not sure I can hit all the high points you all introduced but-
Why do I think the Veritas is overpriced but still so nice? Good...

That’s good stuff Jim. Thank you.
My thread style is just to search for my answer, not sure I’ve ever delved into that bank of answer.

I’m glad you posted it.
-PD

I will say-One treat from this has been that I’ve really slowed down while advancing the blade.
I think I’ve been focused more on the project instead of just how to get there. So now, as I ever so...

I’ve tried this technique but (I’m blaming me here, not the technique) am finding issues w/ the narrow remaining sliver of wood tearing out. Ive been unable to dependably do this for the smaller...

I make boxes. And (mostly) only boxes. With the occasional shelf thrown in, though it’s under the sink or somewhere else. Hidden. Forgotten but used.
The boxes are often gifts. Sometimes requests....

Oh no- you are not too late Robert.
This self taught woodworking marathon is a long one, and your words will be dutifully tucked away for the next time I’m wondering about planes and angles. ...

This Veritas puzzle is a good one for me. It’s helped me find lots of ways to adjust a plane. But also lots of ways to puzzle and wonder why.
I’ve spent way too much time at the diamond stones...

There’s a SLOW ADJUSTER!!?
Well, now I know.
I do think that was a portion of my problem. My fingers had been used to spinning the Stanley knob to move the blade forward and I was overdoing it w/...

Outstanding! Great read to sip my coffee as the day starts. Thank you all.
True- I am using diamond stones. I’m sure there’s a grinder somewhere in a friends garage. Or more likely a grinder that...

After running to the web to check various plane’s bevel angles, Ive been writing the appropriate degree notation on each blade.
A similar visual has infected my bike repair world too. Now...