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That's all I've ever used Neil.

I usually hang out in the Japanese tool forum but just stopped in and saw this thread. I've made most of my wooden planes over the years and none of them have split yet but I would warn against using...

I just have a feeling that I like the balance and power of a Japanese hammer for chisel work and my only reasoning is I just like them. I also have this knowledge of the way Japanese think about...

Hi Derek & all,

I too have one of the LV stones I got on the recommendation from someone on line that had one. I've only had it for a month or so but really appreciate your idea about using Bondo...

Yes it does.:U

Not quite!:no: The carborundum powder breaks down into a finer and finer paste until the blade is polished to a "see your face" shine.

Not possible with the paper on glass unless you change the...

I like those bigger timber framing chisels (I call them). I got 4 so far and they seem to fit my bigger hands better and the work I've been doing lately (doors). I can't get to the bottom sides of...

Michael, Wilbur is trying to flatten the back of the blade! Not a job for a slow grinder of any kind. Most of us don't even use a grinder on the bevel. With Japanese tools we want a flat bevel.:doh:

I'm with Schtoo on this one. I have a 220 Shapton and while it does remove metal fairly well it does dish quickly. You spend as much time flatting the stone as you do flatting the blade. The kanaban...

Hey Stu haven't seen you around in a long time. Like the chisel tutorial, just like the loggin posts great info as always.:2tsup:

Woodjoint AKA Charlie Mastro

Hi Wilbur,
Do put the tail vise on it will be more than helpful for cutting tenons and a lot more. I drilled 2 sets of 3/4" holes every 6 inches across my bench then make several stops with 3/4'...

Actually if it is a finish plane it only contacts at two points, the front and the mouth. :)

Some of us go both ways.:U

Charlie

Don't overthink it.:;

Charlie

If it's your first chisel it really doesn't make any difference because you'll be buying all the others you need in the future anyway. Just get one and learn how to sharpen it because this is just...

Hi Wilbur,

I made my bench 30 years ago before I was using Japanese tools exclusively so while it works well after the stops and such I've added it is still a little high for sawing sometimes....

I can't get the link to load. It goes to the page but it nevr loads the page. May just be my connection.:~

Charlie
Joseph, OR

Thanks for kind words, Neil.
I'm sure most of the tools I have came from Hida Tools. Two of the planes were chosen for me by the two Japanese Carpenters I studied and worked with. One I made using...

Well I guess I will make my first post here since I already know Timberwerks and Stu, and Derek from other forums. Hi Everyone.

Charlie Mastro
Mastro Woodworking & Design...