I have been looking around for a good book on how to identify wood species. I have found a couple books, but they seem to be more academic. I was hoping that it would discuss identifying by analyzing the grain as well as leaf patterns. Any suggestions?
Matt
I have recently purchased a 1912 18" Crescent Planer to add to my workshop. The long and the short of it is Im looking for some help. Here are some the pics....I got to admit I do drool every time I see them!
I have been trying to figure out the best way to get it from the freight...
I wanted to let everyone know that the folks at Klingspore's Woodworking Shop took real good care of me. I recently bought a PM2000 last Saturday and got it all setup. The following Monday I logged onto the web and saw Powermatic offering 10% off of their current prices. I was picking up some...
I am not only new to the forum but somewhat new to Raleigh area and woodworking. I moved to Raleigh about 4 years ago and live up on the north side by Falls Lake. I have been around wood working all my life. My father has had the passion for years and it finally hit me (kind of strange it...