More Than a Stopper: Cork in the Workshop
At first glance, cork might seem like an unusual material for a tool handle. But once you’ve held a Melbourne Tool Company spokeshave or cabinet scraper with a cork handle,...
Nick George |
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More Than a Stopper: Cork in the Workshop
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Clean Cuts: Cleaning Up Machine-Cut Dados with the Melbourne Tool Company Large Router Plane
When it comes to joinery, a simple housing joint (or dado for our North American readers) is hard to beat. As with their close cousins the rebate (or rabbet) and...
Nick George |
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Mind the Gap: Setting the Mouth on a Low-Angle Plane
When it comes to fine-tuning a low-angle hand plane, the mouth opening is a sometimes overlooked yet very useful adjustments you can make. Get it right, and your plane will...
Nick George |
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Avoiding Plane Tracks: Why (and How) to Camber Your Iron
There’s nothing quite like the satisfying feel of a freshly planed surface. If you’re new to hand planes, you probably started by breaking the sharp edges of your work. Maybe...
Nick George |
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A Closer Look at the MTC Small Router Plane
So often in woodworking the small details can really make a project stand out. Tasks like fitting a hinge to a box, creating small rebates for drawer dividers, or clearing...
Nick George |
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A Beginner’s Guide to Edge Jointing
When you're starting out in woodworking, one of the most satisfying skills to learn is jointing an edge by hand. There's something timeless and grounding about flattening and squaring a...
Nick George |
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Flat vs Round Spokeshaves: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to shaping wood by hand, few tools offer the tactile feedback and control of a well-tuned spokeshave. At Melbourne Tool Company, we know that understanding your tools...
Nick George |
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Skip the Sandpaper: The Melbourne Tool Company Cabinet Scraper in Action
There’s something deeply satisfying about achieving a silky-smooth wood surface without the noise, dust, or waste of sanding. If you’ve grown tired of wearing eye, ear and breathing protection, changing...
Nick George |
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Why Is My Hand Plane Chattering? 5 Common Fixes
You’re all set up to start planing the first board for your next project. You rest the toe of your plane on the near side of the board, and begin...
Nick George |
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Sharpening on a Budget: A Beginner’s Guide
Learning to sharpen your woodworking tools doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. In fact, with just a few simple supplies, you can keep your tools razor-sharp without breaking the...
Vic Tesolin |
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Can You Use an MTC Hand Plane Straight Out of the Box?
So, you just got your shiny new MTC hand plane. You unbox it, admire its sleek design, maybe even give it a little pat like a proud parent. The temptation...
Vic Tesolin |
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Woodworking with the Bevel Up Smoothing Plane
In the world of woodworking, having the right tools can make a world of difference in your projects. One tool that many woodworkers swear by is the bevel-up smoothing plane....
Vic Tesolin |
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Sharpening Your New MTC Blade: A Quick Guide
Getting your MTC blade ready for use is straightforward once you’ve got your plane home. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to ensure your blade is primed...
Vic Tesolin |
