Collecting Planes: What do you do at the end of the line?
I've gone through a number stages in my collecting over the past 15 or so years. A process I believe most tool collectors go through....
One More Word on Type Studies, (This old horse ain't dead yet)
I recently received an email from a fellow who was questioning the accuracy of the type study listed on my website and had some...
Vintage Vs. Modern The debate rages, (but in a nice sort of way) A quick read on one guy's take.
A fellow recently inquired about some planes for sale and was questioning the desirability of new, modern planes vs. the old vintage...
The Plane Pricing Pickle. What is a fair price for what you want?
Have you ever shown a loved plane to someone who looks at you and it with a blank stare? You look at your plane with adoration and they...
What's in a Word? Is it "plane" or "planer"? Common terminology gone horribly politically correct.
Sometimes, or most of the time I am encouraged or inspired to write these articles because something I saw, read, or heard either makes me g
Beginner's Guide
I've read a few books but never have I attempted to write one. My buddy, Don Wilwol, (whom I've never met in person) lives someplace in...
