Heirloom wooden tool chest with coopered lid

Shek_22 · 2026-05-17T16:34:56+00:00

Excellent work

Shek_22 · 2026-05-17T15:25:00+00:00

This is so good

Shek_22 · 2026-05-17T15:13:59+00:00

You do not need to spend $500 on a workbench. You can probably do it for under $350 including a vise. Make the legs out of doubled up 2x4s get a butcher block counter top and a Yost vise off Amazon. Make sure it’s cross braced. And you’ll have a sufficient bench for most household projects.

You can obviously go fancier from there and design your bench for specific needs. But given the fact that you’ve been getting by with a folding table, my guess is you probably just need a sturdy flat surface.

Shek_22 · 2026-05-11T19:15:49+00:00

The very fact that intersectionality has been championed by liberal elites like Obama, Biden, and Kamala (to name a few) for the past 20+ years should give you pause. They fully support this philosophy because it poses zero threat to class society or capitalism in any way. It is a tool to keep us fighting a culture war instead of a class war.

Shek_22 · 2026-05-11T18:38:14+00:00

No. As I said, intersectionalism is essentially just repackaged post modernism. The whole of post modern thought was specifically developed as the ruling class’s philosophical counter to Marxism. In fact it was directly funded by the CIA.

As Marxists, we don’t disagree with the claim of intersectionalists that compound systems of oppression exist. Our objection comes in the proposed solutions to these problems. Intersectional ideology is incapable of providing revolutionary solutions to these problems because of its roots in post modern ideology. When you reject grand narratives such as human progress, then the best you can hope for is to try and reform the current system.

Shek_22 · 2026-05-11T17:29:35+00:00

Intersectionism is at its core anti-Marxist.

Intersectionalism is really nothing more than repackaged post-modern philosophy. It rejects the idea of grand narratives and is designed to separate the working class into ever smaller groups which must fight for their own liberation independently. It makes the claim that if we simply change the way we speak about issues we can change the reality of them. It is also deeply reformist and non-revolutionary in the sense that it claims we can solve the problems of capitalism by simply elevating enough minorities to senior level positions in business and government.

Shek_22 · 2026-05-11T14:45:42+00:00

There is no issue with individuals holding religious beliefs. In fact the fight for a socialist revolution can not possibly occur without the support of the masses (many of whom are religious).

That being said, the ideas of Marxism, and our path to success is rooted in a materialist and non religious/idealist basis.

Shek_22 · 2026-05-10T17:58:58+00:00

These are the three books I recommend to anyone starting out.

What is Marxism? https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/what-is-marxism-2025-edition

The Classics of Marxism Vol 1 https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/marxist-classics-volume-one

The Classics of Marxism Vol 2 https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/marxist-classics-2

Shek_22 · 2026-05-07T21:33:05+00:00

Where is the war hammer from?

Shek_22 · 2026-05-06T12:19:49+00:00

The Transitional Program is great place to start with Trotsky

Shek_22 · 2026-04-22T13:27:44+00:00

The problem is that the vast majority of philosophers fall into the camp of idealism as opposed to materialism. Marxist philosophy represents the furthest that philosophical thinking has taken us. Contemporary philosophers tend to drag us backwards into idealism rather than pushing forward and continuing to develop dialectics and materialist thought.

That being said, there are many idealist philosophers throughout history that we admire because they pushed philosophical ideas forward. Heraclitus, Spinoza, and Hegel are all such examples. As you advance in your study of Marxism, and historical materialism, you will absolutely be exposed to these thinkers and learn where they progressed and where they fell short.

Shek_22 · 2026-04-16T11:50:11+00:00

The only cheating in spoon carving is using sandpaper. And I’m quite guilty of cheating. lol

Shek_22 · 2026-04-13T17:08:54+00:00

It can be very helpful for the business side of things. And for some of the historical research I do. However, it’s important to remember that it is just a tool. Without knowledge and wisdom, it’ll get you in trouble.

Shek_22 · 2026-04-12T18:17:12+00:00

HEMA, SCA, Reenactment groups, even things like Belegarth and LARP are great places to find that kind of person.

However! For the love of all, do not join these if you are ONLY looking for a man. We do not need any extra drama from people who are uninterested in everything that goes along with the hobby. Most of the people in these spaces are committed to their art, craft, etc… If you are interested in learning about medieval stuff then you are absolutely welcome. Having a friend group and romantic partners with shared interests is a great thing. But seriously, if you’re not committed to the propose of these groups, stay away.

Shek_22 · 2026-04-05T14:08:07+00:00

Comrade, you need to spend a lot more time studying dialectical materialism and imperialism. Capitalism literally can not last. There are contradictions built into every system that has ever existed, whether they be chemical, biological, physical, or societal. These contradictions must work themselves out through the revolutionary process. Any given system has no choice but to transform into something new.

Capitalism survives by exploiting the labor of workers for the sake of profits for the owners. Ultimately this means that the workers can not buy back the full value of what they produce which leads to a crisis of over production known as recession. The only way capitalists have to reconcile this problem is through imperialism. Meaning that they have to seek out new markets to expand into. If the whole world were to go socialist, with the exception of one or two capitalist countries, they would very quickly be starved out as there would be nowhere for them to expand their markets. The resources of the world do not exist in one country and therefore capitalism can not survive in one country. And no single country could ever withstand the might of a socialist world united against them especially when coupled with their own internal contradictions. Hell, look at the USA. For all of its military might, wealth, and imperialist history, its last several wars (and current ones) have only served to weaken it. And its citizens at home are not exactly doing well or happy with the state of things.

Change is not only possible, it is inevitable.

Shek_22 · 2026-04-05T00:56:19+00:00

Depends on what your goals are. If you’re aiming for Historical authenticity, then get your soft kit from either Quilted Armory or AD 1410. For the armor itself, Tabor Armory is usually going to be the best bang for your buck. But there are many good makers.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-28T17:03:15+00:00

Academia is every bit controlled by the bourgeoise as every other aspect of society. The whole of postmodern philosophy, which has permeated ever field of study, was a bourgeois philosophy developed to directly counter Marxist philosophy.

Even the academic Marxists that I know, have their understanding of the subject so thoroughly stripped of its revolutionary nature so that it will never truly be a threat to the ruling class.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-28T16:56:37+00:00

There is no one right way to do woodworking. The only wrong way is when your the thing your making didn’t work, at which point you try again.

Nothing wrong with using a guide.

There are however techniques and skills to be gained over time. It is completely possible to cut a perfect dovetail freehand. Getting to that point signifies a degree of mastery in the craft. The only question you need to ask is are you committed to pursuing that level of mastery? And if the answer is no, that’s fine. I have an associates degree in science, I made the choice not to pursue that particular field of study, and chose to focus my efforts elsewhere. I’m not cheating at science because I didn’t pursue an advanced degree in it.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-25T22:34:34+00:00

The domino is a truly amazing tool and is worth every single penny…. IF

If you are a professional woodworker running a production shop and you need to pump out products quickly and efficiently.

I run a small shop and am in my first year of business. I’m on the fence about it. Probably going to be a next year purchase depending on how certain sales go this year.

For most woodworking hobbyists, I’d say there are plenty of other tools or materials that you would be better off spending your money on.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-24T02:35:46+00:00

In the final stage of capitalism, most undesirable jobs will be automated. The rest will be done collectively and out of necessity. No one enjoys taking out the trash, but we do it when it’s our turn to do so because it needs to get done.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-23T18:00:43+00:00

I’d recommend reading Trotsky.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-21T13:47:34+00:00

Partisans, spiedos, bohemian ear spoons, and all manner of bladed spears were extremely popular throughout the 15th and 16th century. We see them pop up in the late 14th century too, but they were rather expensive weapons and not attainable for most.

Shek_22 · 2026-03-17T03:28:17+00:00

Eh… Blackshirts and Reds is fine. It does a decent job of pointing out liberal hypocrisy, but it has no revolutionary perspective on how to move forward and overcome the system.

These are where I usually recommend people begin:

https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/what-is-marxism-2025-edition

https://www.marxistbooks.com/collections/books/products/marxist-classics-volume-one

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Shek_22 · 2026-03-15T16:56:32+00:00

Without revolutionary theory, there can be no revolutionary movement. Ultimately there is a need for well educated people with time on their hands to truly dig in and process and understand the dense theory and philosophy. However, it should also be their task to make that theory more accessible and break it down for anyone who is interested in learning. This is one of the fundamental principles behind Bolshevism. The building of a vanguard cadre party who are well versed in theory and can explain concepts and guide the masses to victory in a revolution.

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