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​Woodworking with the Bevel Up Smoothing Plane

​Woodworking with the Bevel Up Smoothing Plane

Posted by Vic Tesolin on 30th Jul 2024

In the world of woodworking, having the right tools can make a world of difference in your projects. One tool that many woodworkers swear by is the bevel-up smoothing plane. This is the tool you need … read more
5 Tips for Taming Tearout

5 Tips for Taming Tearout

Posted by Vic Tesolin on 22nd May 2024

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 and seasoned) en … read more
What Blades Do I Buy?

What Blades Do I Buy?

Posted by Vic Tesolin and MTC Staffers on 8th Jan 2024

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 between different blade cutting an … read more
Which Hand Planes Do You Need?

Which Hand Planes Do You Need?

Posted by Vic Tesolin on 21st Nov 2023

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 a few books, woodworking schools, or a woodworking relative/f … read more