Al_Tompkins


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Recent comments


Re: UPDATE: 2011 Fine Woodworking Archive DVD-ROM (1975 - 2011)

I'm now retired and I still can't find the time I want to spend in the workshop! Would love to have this library!

Re: We're Giving Away Grooving Planes!

The results are a real smooth surface...just look at my head.

Re: Shop made grooving planes

Just as your original video appeared, I had just finished making a series of Kernof-style planes using plans from Hock Tools. I made my molding planes from hard maple sandwiched between a piece of Brazilian Cherry. I made mine to accept a 1/4" iron because I like locking dados joinery. I called Ron Hock and he agreed to make me two 1/4" irons. They all work so great that I may also have make a 1/8" version. Thanks for the idea and I look forward to the article.