I just finished up a small box using Padauk with a Spanish cedar bottom. I used hand tools for everything except for rough cuts. On the sides and top, I used a card scraper to get rid of some tear out. On the top around some tough grain, there is what almost looks like planer marks (third photo). I had just put a new edge on the card scraper. It's no big deal, but I'm just wondering if there is a better technique when using card scrapers. By the way, 3 coats of clear shellac followed by a steel wool and wax polish.
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