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grumpy

Post subject: Re: Brace shaving tool.

Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 10:21 am

Koa

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All you need is a good, very sharp chisel... You'll be well-served to learn to sharpen it correctly, as this will make -all- aspects of your work easier, better, and safer.

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Tony_in_NYC

Post subject: Re: Brace shaving tool.

Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 11:47 am

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I wish carving the braces took longer. I use a small plane to get a triangular profile, the a chisel to scallop and final shape everything. I have a 1/2" chisel that I seem to use for almost everything. Aside from my 1/4" chisel, it is the only one I use consistently.

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Chris.Conery

Post subject: Re: Brace shaving tool.

Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 12:39 pm

Walnut

Joined: Fri May 18, 2007 4:05 am
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Location: Boulder, Colorado
First name: Chris
Last Name: Conery
Focus: Build
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+1 for Steve Boon's tiny planes. One of my favorite tools. Also some SHARP LN chisels. Also sand paper.

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micahmed

Post subject: Re: Brace shaving tool.

Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 12:45 pm

Cocobolo

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John Mayes wrote:

small, 10mm I think, flat sole ibex plane.

And don't be in a rush to get past one of the most important and enjoyable parts of building.

+1 on the ibex. It's my favorite tool to use! I started using it bc of John. I just picked up the curved bottom one and it's Awesome.

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