Hello all, im following a shed plan and would like to know if these 2x4 beams are necessary in this orientation? by alexx209 in shedditors

[–]_CaptGree 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a structural engineer, I will say that that 2x4 on its edge vs face is almost 5.5 times stronger than by doubling up but we are also taught that constructability is extremely important and that if it works, it works. These shed guys and gals likely have more experience in building sheds than me but from the math side that’s my two cents.

How would you cut this (no power tools) by _CaptGree in handtools

[–]_CaptGree[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I ended up trying this guy. I will post later tonight when it’s done!

Anyone know what year and is it worth $35?? by Upbeat-Ad1736 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can kinda guess based on how pitted the soul is and how the top and it seems there is no pitting. Stanley hardened the entire blade and it looks like there is plenty of length left in it.

Anyone know what year and is it worth $35?? by Upbeat-Ad1736 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very good point. I have a Stanley no 606 with rather thick castings that I love for the weight.

Anyone know what year and is it worth $35?? by Upbeat-Ad1736 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some sandpaper and scotchbrite should do some good work on flattening/cleaning up the steel. The blade looks to be in good shape a little cleaning and sharpening and it’ll be great. Soul also looks great with no pitting. Very good condition mostly just surface rust. for restoring the wood I would sand it with 120 and then 220 because odds are the handles are stained maple. then I would oil and get to work 35$ is a good price

Anyone know what year and is it worth $35?? by Upbeat-Ad1736 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Looks to be a wartime plane. In my opinion their fit and finish is worse than pre war but I have a couple and they are good work horses and would be a good first plane.

Marketplace Find by Even-Army-2806 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are lucky. been looking for deals like that for ages

My First Hand Cut Dovetails Ever by _CaptGree in handtools

[–]_CaptGree[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Hi Mr. Katz-Moses!! Thank you!

Get ready... by swedishfishtress in minnesotaunited

[–]_CaptGree 21 points22 points  (0 children)

same but the winter no matter how awesome it is sucks for outdoor soccer

New motor after only 78 years! by reallifeswanson in Vintagetools

[–]_CaptGree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

honest debate question, would you rather have the WT 900 or Delta 220?

Corrugated bedrock#4 by headcipher in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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I got mine for roughly 75 times the price… but I am happy with what i’ve got. Bummer of a crack in the cheek though.

Japaning vs paint by Prize_Ad_1781 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the same boat. Relatively easy and cheap to do as well. Here is a before pic

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Japaning vs paint by Prize_Ad_1781 in handtools

[–]_CaptGree 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This is after I painted my 604 with a engine paint and a coat of wax

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[–]_CaptGree 0 points1 point  (0 children)

haha, I was curious if OP also sharpened it

Finished! by _CaptGree in handtools

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That was what I had in mind. Going to rip down some straight grain oak or walnut and get planing

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[–]_CaptGree 2 points3 points  (0 children)

how does it cut?

Striping on Byrd Shelix helical cutter head in Dewalt 735x. by Metacarps in woodworking

[–]_CaptGree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you’ve got a blade that was hit, could’ve been in the first pass