This project began when my dad (a GREAT craftsman) and I got into a friendly discussion on how small chair legs could be and still hold you. He said that “1 inch was way too small.” Hence, the bet.
These legs are 1 inch square with 3/4 inch mortise/tenon joints on top. I added Brazilian Cherry splines to all four legs just for some added decoration. The test of its strength was to have my 300 lb. friend sit on it with his feet off the ground.
Hand-cut joinery includes compound-angled mortise/tenon legs, half-blind dovetails, and sliding dovetails – on an angle. Good project that really streched my hand-cut joinery skills (and reminded me that there is always room for improvement).
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We share a Father thing, my Dad passed away and left me his wood shop; wood, machines , etc.. I've been a tool & die maker for some years, so the transition to wood is , oh lets say.. soft.
My question is.. is there a formula for a shop stool leg angles depending on the stool top diameter and expected load on the stool?.
With its graceful curves, cabriole legs, and ornamental back splat, a Queen Anne side chair is a bucket list build for many woodworkers. Dan Faia had a very specific Queen…
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super nice work.
Excellent Mayor !
We share a Father thing, my Dad passed away and left me his wood shop; wood, machines , etc.. I've been a tool & die maker for some years, so the transition to wood is , oh lets say.. soft.
My question is.. is there a formula for a shop stool leg angles depending on the stool top diameter and expected load on the stool?.
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Dads rule, thankx TA.
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