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Yeah Dave, I’m finding out that it’s difficult to get this info. That’s why I appreciate Paul sharing his wisdom from the old school way. A lot more people would be building things themselves if they knew his techniques and the limited tool set required. The guys here at my office are getting into it as well and pulling out and restoring grandpa’s planes and other tools, and are astounded when they work so well.
I also appreciate the others in this group because of the help I get. On that note, someone (I think it was George) recommended “The Essential Woodworker” by Robert Wearing. I bot it and it’s a great book if you don’t have it. Paul’s book is great as well.
Wood for workbench: $50
A good set of used hand tools: $200
Paul teaching you how to use basic hand tools to build a workbench & fine furniture: Priceless.
P.S. I bot a “mystery” saw on eBay last week. All the seller claimed was that it was a Disston. I got it, cleaned off the crud, resharpened the teeth in a progressive rip pattern and discovered it was a D-8 10 ppi circa 1910. $8. It cuts beautifully.