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Hand Tools, Machines, & Expectations LINK

7/9/04, 5:20 PM #1

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs
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Hand Tools, Machines, & Expectations *LINK*

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs

>The subject title is copied from the link below. The original thread is quite long so I took the liberty of starting this one because I think the topic is deserving.

Notice that the chest sides are roughed out using a Forest dado blade and table saw. Towards the conclusion of the interview the question is asked:

"SAPFM When you are creating or recreating a period piece how do you balance the use of hand and power tools and when do you consider the piece to be a period reproduction?"

Mr. Davis response begins with:

"DAVIS I strive to use the tools that are efficient for each aspect of the project."

I'm not posting this to take issue with anyone's stated point of view but rather to hopefully bring additional food for thought. I also found the site extremely informative and thought others may also enjoy it.

One Approach To Making a Bombe Chest

Re: Hand Tools, Machines, & Expectations LINK

7/10/04, 2:30 AM #2

Richard Gillespie
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Re: Hand Tools, Machines, & Expectations

Richard Gillespie

>The Shakers, whose wood furniture creations are still valued today were very quick to accept innovative methods and tools in their shops. In fact, as I understand it, a sister, familiar with spinning wheels invented the first table saw.

My point is, that the tools used aren't as important as the end product. The piece demonstrates the skill of the craftsman despite the tools used.