On tuning, using and sharpening mortising machines

On tuning, using and sharpening mortising machines

A quick and dirty guide to getting a hollow chisel mortiser working well.
Brian Lam
On tuning, using and sharpening mortising machines

On tuning, using and sharpening mortising machines

A quick and dirty guide to getting a hollow chisel mortiser working well.
Brian Lam
"Traditional Tools of Japan": Chouna
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"Traditional Tools of Japan": Chouna

Translating the chapter on chouna (adze) from Tsuchida's book on Japanese carpentry tools
Brian Lam
The story of the fired apprentice
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The story of the fired apprentice

Too much of a good thing
Brian Lam
Tak's Zen Chair in Hawaii
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Tak's Zen Chair in Hawaii

Tak's Zen chair lands in Honolulu
Brian Lam
"Traditional Carpentry Tools of Japan" (Translated)
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"Traditional Carpentry Tools of Japan" (Translated)

Translating Yama-san's favorite book on carpentry tools
Brian Lam
How to flatten sharpening stones using the three-plate method
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How to flatten sharpening stones using the three-plate method

My favorite way to get flat
Brian Lam
Kurashiki Koushi and Shoji
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Kurashiki Koushi and Shoji

Doors and windows for a tea shop
Brian Lam
How do I start using natural stones with Japanese woodworking tools?
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How do I start using natural stones with Japanese woodworking tools?

A dangerous pursuit for the uninitiated
Brian Lam
Resting Dragon / Dogo Onsen / Ozu Castle Town
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Resting Dragon / Dogo Onsen / Ozu Castle Town

Fall descends
Brian Lam
What makes a more expensive kanna worth it?
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What makes a more expensive kanna worth it?

How do more expensive planes compare?
Brian Lam
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