Working with Handplanes: The New Best of Fine Woodworking

by Fine Woodworking Magazine, Taunton Press (Creator)

Of all the hand tools used in the modern shop, planes exert a special fascination. Though quite simple, planes are enormously versatile and practical when skillfully used. The articles in this book, collected from Fine Woodworking , illustrate a host of topics, including basic plane operation, how to choose the right plane for the job, and specialty planes. Step-by-step instructions show how to build wooden planes - a popular project for hand tool fans - and how to correctly tune and sharpen, essential for proper plane operation.

Genres: Woodwork

160 pages, Paperback

First published February 9, 2005