Custom Box to Protect a Portable Winch

Posted on by Chris Wong

Progress on the 21st Century Writing Desk was put on hold while I built a customized wooden box to protect an expensive piece of equipment for a friend in the tree business. (This kind of friend is good to have if you're a woodworker!) He had recently acquired a portable winch which, while seemingly well-made, … Continue reading Custom Box to Protect a Portable Winch

New Grips for My Veritas #5-1/4 Bench Plane

Posted on by Chris Wong

Of all the bench planes (bevel-down) I have acquired, the Veritas ones have been by far the easiest to adjust and for that, I love them.  Blade adjustments have always been responsive and predictable; I could set the mouth to let through only a sliver of light quicker than you can read the upcoming quote, … Continue reading New Grips for My Veritas #5-1/4 Bench Plane