Those Hot Summer Days

Some days you’re on fire. And some days, you’re not.

I haven't spent much time in the shop the last days.

Summer is back with pretty hot temperatures.

It Has To Be Perfect

Next stage of the oh-so-secret project.

It's all about dovetails and accuracy.

How Long Does a Honing Guide Last?

This question came up the last days, when I clamped a chisel into it and started sharpening.

I recognized soon that the bevel angle isn't correct any longer.

Heck, what's going on?

How to Keep a Project Secret

I'm in a dilemma. 

It's time for a new project I would like to report about.

But it is gonna be a surprise. So I have to keep it somehow secret.

I think I can show single elements of it and we will bring it all together when time comes.

Is This Tool Addiction?

On my road trip of hand tool woodworking I came to the realization that I have to find out what have been the tools of a traditional German craftsman.

A few interesting finds so far.