HTT039 – Considerations for Setting Up A New Shop

Woodworking Hand Tools & Techniques

On today’s show, I discuss lead screws on auger bits, single vs. double iron wooden planes, stair saws, and considerations when setting up a new workshop.

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Feedback

• Andy has some clarification on exactly what woods are described as Hem-Fir.
• Jeremy wants to defend the use of water based finishes.

Listener Questions

• David has a question on auger bit lead screws.
• Georges is making a wooden hand plane and wants some advice on whether he should use a single iron or a double iron. I mentioned my blog post on wooden plane throat geometry.
• Damien would like some thoughts on using a stair saw for dados.

Main Topic

Today’s main topic is considerations when setting up a new workshop.

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