jpierson

At rate I work wood... I would need to start the next ladder now in order to be ready for the next change. Of course he could have always taken the opportunity to lower the ceiling to avoid the need for a ladder.

You should have asked the guy if he uses planes. A plane is nothing more than a jig to hold a chisel. Does he use a marking gauge, same thing only it holds a different cutting device. Did he ever clamp a gauge block in his miter box???? Oh, he uses a miter box?

A Craftsman will use all available/affordable/on-hand technology to achieve the desired end product ... a quality widget that meets/exceeds the customer's need/desire while making a profit for the craftsman, be it monetary or pride.

What a great book for those cold winter days....