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When it comes to woodworking, the choice of tools is crucial. One of the critical factors that determine the efficiency and precision of these tools is the material they are...
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When it comes to woodworking, the choice of tools is crucial. One of the critical factors that determine the efficiency and precision of these tools is the material they are...
Vic Tesolin |
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...
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If you’re into woodworking, you know how crucial it is to get those joints just right. But let’s be honest, machine marks from tools like table saws and routers can...
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Most people’s first experience with a hand plane is not always good, usually due to fundamental information they haven’t yet received. One of the common problems hand plane users (new...
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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...
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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...
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Low angle planes are designed with the bevel of the blade facing upwards when installed on the bed of the plane. This bevel-up design offers you the option to choose...
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Blog Post & YouTube Video The 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...
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So, you want to woodwork using hand tools? What tools do you get first? And who do you go to for hand tool advice? Back in the day you had...
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G’Day and welcome to what is the first of many woodworking blogs here on the Melbourne Tool Company (MTC) website. The purpose of the MTC blog is first and foremost...
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