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Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching countless students the art of using hand planes. Along the way, one of the most frequent questions I get asked is: How tightly should you secure the … read more

Working with hand planes can be a rewarding experience when done right. One common issue reported by those new to using planes is fatigue, which can often be drastically reduced by simply easing up on … read more

End grain can be a woodworker's nemesis. However, with the right tools and techniques, you can tame this unruly aspect of woodworking and achieve clean, smooth end-grain surfaces that rival the beauty … read more

Easily one of the most useful bench planes, the low-angle jack plane is the one that almost any woodworker can use in their shop. The Jack is a wonderful tool whether you use hand tools, power tools, … read more

Blog Post & YouTube VideoThe excitement has been mounting. You have been waiting for your new MTC tool to arrive and you just can’t wait to tear into that box and get that tool to work. But before … read more