The Secrets to Sawing Fast
The traditional hand saw (when wielded correctly) can size all your stock. Here’s a basic primer. Hand saws were used to make some of the finest furniture ever built. They…
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The $15 Lab Test: A Modern Take on the Ryoba Saw
In my woodworking classes, our tool rack is a bit like a stress-test laboratory. From fourth grade through high school, my students use Japanese-style saws for nearly every project. These…
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STL 362: Hold the Saw like a Baby Bird
Seasoned furniture maker Jeff Miller and Vic sit down to discuss his new-found love of building guitars, the importance of routine practice, and proper woodworking body mechanics.
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The Core Hand Tools
For the cost of one large piece of machinery, you can set up a complete shop with hand tools. Here’s what you need to get started.
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Japanese Saws vs Western Saws
The difference is more than just pushing or pulling. It’s been over 20 years since the Western handsaw, a tool that cuts on the push stroke and was the pride of the English-speaking world, was surpassed as the tool most …
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Bespoke Toolmaker: Spring Green Saws
Some of the nicest saws around are coming out of Warwick, RI, at the hands of Charlie Earnest. The story behind Spring Green Saws is one that I’ve followed for years. I became aware of Charlie Earnest and his saws …
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