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STL 46: Ed Cuts the Cord—Literally

Shop Talk Live · 28 Nov 2013 · 1h 11m

What this episode covers

Ed Pernick, Asa Christiana, and Matt Kenney of Fine Woodworking discuss 'service woodworking' projects, including Asa rebuilding dining hall tabletops for a summer camp and Matt teaching Cub Scouts. They answer listener questions on sharpening A2 plane irons with microbevels, removing wax from water-based finishes before applying oil-based polyurethane, and the utility of double squares versus combination squares. The hosts also debate the practical application of the golden ratio in furniture design and share personal shop maintenance and project updates.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Tools
Veritas, Zinsser Seal Coat, Fret Saw, Coping Saw
Materials
A2 steel, PMV-11, shellac, mineral spirits

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