I'll never forget David's generosity in sharing his expertise. He is one of this world's natural teachers who thrives on seeing his students' understanding deepen. Even with my rather pathetic skill set, he kindly and patiently guided me through every step of putting my chisels, bench plane, and block plane into fine tune. They are all functioning beautifully now that I'm back home, and best of all, I know how to keep them that way. A week in David's workshop was a peak life experience for me. If you are teetering on the decision to take the plunge with this course, do it! It will improve your craft, and you'll have a unique experience to cherish for years to come.
Great video David! I would love to take one of your courses ones day. Can ask you opinion of the clifton 2 piece cap iron/chip breaker, I find it causes a shaving trap, is it worth fettling the chip breaker or replace it with a Lie Nielsen? Thanks Paul
Paul, Clifton two piece can be made to work well. The work is just a bit more awkward because of the small size of the front part. N.B. In my experience ALL chipbreakers need the front edge perfecting! best wishes, David
how do original stanley irons compare to Hock , veritas and lie nielsen irons ? I've restored a few planes to a very good condition , but the iron seems to loose it's edge quite quickly so I was considering a Hock iron ... thanks !!
Try the hawk blade equivalent. I had an old Stanley 151 spokeshave that I tried to tune up the original blade, but just didn't get the results I wanted. Too much chattering. I got the hawk blade equivalent and honed / polished it. No chattering and beautiful ribbon shavings. If you have doubts on the correct blade you can try to call Mr. Hock. If you're fortunate enough to catch him, he will steer you in the right direction. Like the light Mr charlesworth he has a wealth of information. Also consider buying his book about sharpening.
@@chrisbellamy237 cheers .. in the meantime i bought a hock iron and chip breaker for my number 4 and also a set for my no.6 ... I also bought ron hock's book and have read around 3/4 of it 😊😊
Practically every old woodwork teacher in the country insisted on planes being put down on their sides. This position exposes the blade to knuckles and damage from other tools. I like to put planes down on the bench, with something thin under the toe. This could be cardboard a book a thin wooden scrap or just a pile of shavings. At shows some passers by put my plane on its side, an extremely irritating liberty! Best wishes, David
David Charlesworth thank you very much. this makes perfect sense :) I watched some more of your videos and there i saw the small pieces of cardboard. at the time my workshop is as clean as yours there will be some more flat space to pace the planes like you do. I'm really looking forward to that time... best regards Alex
I'll never forget David's generosity in sharing his expertise. He is one of this world's natural teachers who thrives on seeing his students' understanding deepen. Even with my rather pathetic skill set, he kindly and patiently guided me through every step of putting my chisels, bench plane, and block plane into fine tune. They are all functioning beautifully now that I'm back home, and best of all, I know how to keep them that way. A week in David's workshop was a peak life experience for me. If you are teetering on the decision to take the plunge with this course, do it! It will improve your craft, and you'll have a unique experience to cherish for years to come.
'At a price Ugarte, at a price.'
Pura vida David .I like vintage Stanley plane with its cocobola wooden handles 😍😍😍
Sadly David passed away from a long illness in May last year, His teaching, comments and being at tool shows around the UK will be missed, RIP
I had no idea I could make good and use of an old plane. I have one from my grandfather. Thanks Sally
Brilliant course one that I would highly recommend. Alan Wood
Great video David! I would love to take one of your courses ones day.
Can ask you opinion of the clifton 2 piece cap iron/chip breaker, I find it causes a shaving trap, is it worth fettling the chip breaker or replace it with a Lie Nielsen?
Thanks
Paul
Paul,
Clifton two piece can be made to work well. The work is just a bit more awkward because of the small size of the front part.
N.B. In my experience ALL chipbreakers need the front edge perfecting!
best wishes,
David
how do original stanley irons compare to Hock , veritas and lie nielsen irons ? I've restored a few planes to a very good condition , but the iron seems to loose it's edge quite quickly so I was considering a Hock iron ... thanks !!
Try the hawk blade equivalent. I had an old Stanley 151 spokeshave that I tried to tune up the original blade, but just didn't get the results I wanted. Too much chattering. I got the hawk blade equivalent and honed / polished it. No chattering and beautiful ribbon shavings. If you have doubts on the correct blade you can try to call Mr. Hock. If you're fortunate enough to catch him, he will steer you in the right direction. Like the light Mr charlesworth he has a wealth of information. Also consider buying his book about sharpening.
Sorry, I meant Hock blade. Not Hawk.
@@chrisbellamy237 cheers .. in the meantime i bought a hock iron and chip breaker for my number 4 and also a set for my no.6 ... I also bought ron hock's book and have read around 3/4 of it 😊😊
@@darrylportelli Most are 01 steel. You can get a very high polish on the Hock blades. Happy shavings and Cheers!
so that 25* back bevel - what is the angle of the primary bevel?
Bill, same as usual, I polish at 35 degrees.
best wishes,
David
why do you place the plans with the edge to the bench.I learned to lay then on there side not to damage the edge.
Practically every old woodwork teacher in the country insisted on planes being put down on their sides.
This position exposes the blade to knuckles and damage from other tools.
I like to put planes down on the bench, with something thin under the toe. This could be cardboard a book a thin wooden scrap or just a pile of shavings.
At shows some passers by put my plane on its side, an extremely irritating liberty!
Best wishes,
David
David Charlesworth thank you very much. this makes perfect sense :) I watched some more of your videos and there i saw the small pieces of cardboard. at the time my workshop is as clean as yours there will be some more flat space to pace the planes like you do. I'm really looking forward to that time... best regards Alex
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