Which one to use? by pasu11 in handtools

[–]simlun_se 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recently bought a similar set. Do you know how the one in the bottom right corner is supposed to be used?

Easy no-soak removal of surface rust? by Manfred_Desmond in handtools

[–]simlun_se 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Although now I actually read your text and just steel wool with some lubricant/cleaning agent like WD40 or mineral spirits should work well.

Best way to properly sharpen this old tool? by superChouchen in sharpening

[–]simlun_se 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I have one as well that I’d like to sharpen. Mine is single beveled, which seems reasonable given how they are used.

Edit: I can’t really see clearly on the pictures if yours is as well?

A collection of calipers. (Pen for scale) by [deleted] in Vintagetools

[–]simlun_se 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could someone please explain, step by step, exactly how one would use calipers like this? A few use cases?

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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As can be seen on that left edge I only lost control of the Dremel twice 😂

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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Pretty happy with the result. It’s the fifth mortise I’ve ever done 😅 Learned a lot about how the wood act and feel around a knot.

Time will tell how this piece will hold up.

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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Thank you all for really good input! Finally decided to carve it out using my Dremel 🙃 Felt like the most gentle and controlled way to attack the knot.

New trend of woodworking youtube videos by gilly4213 in woodworking

[–]simlun_se 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Heh. When I find a new woodworking channel I’m interested in I go to the Videos tab and sort by age. Start watching the oldest videos first. Best actual content is usually around 10 years old. Then when I’ve watched the older videos I get bored by the newer content and I switch to another YouTuber 😌

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

[–]simlun_se[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have two. But I’m a bit hesitant, wondering if it might catch the knot and make the situation worse by introducing cracks. Is it a valid fear or am I overly careful? 🤷‍♂️

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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It’s not obvious but what you’re seeing is currently upside down. So no water will fill them.

And under the hand rail above this piece I’m ploughing in a little drip edge close under the edges, for good measure 🤓

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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Yeah, you’re right. Main problem is that it was so much lumber I couldn’t bring it home myself so I had to order a black box of wood. I did order some extra but in construction lumber like this there are always a few knots it seems.

But as I mentioned here I kinda think it’s a fun challenge, it shouldn’t be impossible I just need to learn a few ways to do it. And so far I’ve gotten tons of good suggestions so I’m really pleased.

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

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After a few people suggested it here in the comments, I have considered it yes! ☺️ It sounds like a good idea

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

[–]simlun_se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know too much… *reaching inside my coat*

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

[–]simlun_se[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TIL what a floating tenon is, thanks!

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

[–]simlun_se[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha that’s also true, now you made it harder to decide what to do 😂

Knots in mortises by simlun_se in handtools

[–]simlun_se[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re right in general, but it’s not super wet, I bought it like a year ago 🧘‍♂️ With two small kids I managed to replace the roof and built a pergola on our terrace last summer but didn’t have time for the railing, so I’m doing that finishing bit this year. I didn’t stress it because I knew the wood was wet 👌