# STL 173: The Draw of the Wooden Handplane

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2018-09-28
- Length: 1h 09m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane

## Summary

Host Ben Strano and editors Mike Pekovich, Barry Eftema, and Jeff Rose discuss the nuances of using wooden handplanes versus metal ones, comparing Krenov-style and Japanese planes. They address listener questions on whether to sand after planing, how to soundproof a garage workshop for late-night chopping, and the best finishes for cutting boards. The group also shares their favorite tools, including specific sandpapers and combo squares, and recommends YouTube creators like Mike Farrington and Dorian Bracht.

## Chapters

- [0:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=6) Introduction and Barry Eftema Welcome
- [5:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=353) Sanding vs. Planing for Finish
- [12:45](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=765) Wooden vs. Metal Handplanes
- [24:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=1492) Favorite Tools: Sandpaper and Squares
- [47:40](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=2860) Soundproofing a Garage Workshop
- [55:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=3314) Finishes for Cutting Boards
- [1:01:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2018-09-28-stl-173-the-draw-of-the-wooden-handplane#t=3717) Listener Comments and Recommendations

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## Mentioned

- David Finck (other)
- Clark Kellogg (other)
- James Krenov (other)
- Andrew Hunter (other)
- Carl Swensson (other)
- Mark Corke (other)
- Mike Farrington (other)
- Dorian Bracht (other)
- Peter Follensby (other)
- Scott Lewis (other)
- Ron Hock (other)
- 3M (other)
- Klingspor (other)
- Porter Cable (other)
- Veritas (other)
- Stanley (other)
- Stare (other)

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