Hack reveals the rich heritage of this classic tool by presenting a treasure trove of information about handplanes, focusing on the 19th and early 20th centuries. 175 photos. 152 drawings.

Mastering Hand Tool Techniques introduces you to the full range of hand tools from rules and tapes to saws and planes, and offers readers step-by-step illustrated instructions on how to use them safely and effectively. Learn how to outfit a great workshop with the best tools and how to sharpen, clean, and store them. Master such techniques as sawing, drilling, sanding, assembly, claming, measuring and marking, and more. Whether you’re using a Ripsaw or Auger Twist Bits, this book will give you the confidence to be a master in your home workshop. Mastering Hand Tool Techniques is essential for all those who love working and building with their hands regardless of age or skill level. With this book, no project is too big and no tool is too complicated.

This text celebrates the heritage of traditional tools while providing practical information on how to integrate their use in everyday woodworking.

The rich variety and history of hand tools is revealed through vivid color photos while in-depth information reveals how to integrate their use into modern woodworking. 16 drawings. 320 photos.

This work provides an insight into the history of Welsh stick chairs and includes instructions on how to make a chair, covering methods of bending the wood for chair construction. Illustrations show each stage in the building process.