# STL 53: Bitchin' Block Rabbet Planes

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2014-03-07
- Length: 52m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.libsyn.com/stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes

## Summary

Matt Kenney, John Tetro, and Ed Burnham of Fine Woodworking magazine discuss woodworking techniques, starting with a debate on the use of flocking in box making. They answer listener questions regarding the utility of rabbet planes versus block planes, the use of a Stanley 78 for tenon fitting, and the safety differences between riving knives and splitters. The episode concludes with a segment on John Tetro’s work with reclaimed lumber, including sourcing materials and working with chestnut.

## Chapters

- [0:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=6) Introduction and the Flocking Debate
- [8:28](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=508) Rabbet Planes vs. Block Planes
- [16:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=989) Fitting Tenons and Gear Acquisition Syndrome
- [24:47](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=1487) John Tetro on Reclaimed Lumber and Copper
- [37:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=2227) Riving Knives vs. Splitters and Sanding Tips
- [48:51](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2014-03-07-stl-53-bitchin-block-rabbet-planes#t=2931) Listener Comments and Closing

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)

## Most relevant to

established companies

## Mentioned

- Fine Woodworking (company)
- Lee Nielsen (company)
- Stanley 78 (tool)
- Dewalt DW735 (tool)
- James Krenov (other)

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