The Line
11 posts
The Groover: An Introduction to the Mizokiri
In 1958, carpenters reportedly would "weep with joy" when they got to use one for the first time.
How I Travel With Tools and Stones
I’m flying to Japan for class next year. How should I transport my tools?—Shakti
Q: What are the first five sharpening stones I should get?
If you lost all the stones that you have today and had to start from scratch, what synthetic stone line-up would you choose?
On tuning, using and sharpening mortising machines
A quick and dirty guide to getting a hollow chisel mortiser working well.
How do I start using natural stones with Japanese woodworking tools?
A dangerous pursuit for the uninitiated
