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-698 "Steve Spodaryk" <Steve_Spodaryk@t...> 1970‑01‑01 bio, etc

Hi folks!

     I'm very glad to learn about the creation of this list, although I'm
not sure how much/how often I'll be able to contribute.

     By day, I develop software and do educational research.  Nights
and weekends always seem busy, but I sneak a few hours in the shop
when I can.  My girlfriend works clay, so she's sympathetic to my
craft/tactile needs.

       I own very few old tools, but I'm very interested in them.  I easily
fall into "collect" mode and did not want to do it for tools.  I have a few
old (c. WW I) Stanleys, a #5 Dunlop, a #71 router, and a couple of block
planes.  Chisels and saws are new, and were bought before I realized that old
tools were readily available.  I enjoy learning about their use, history,
etc.  I hope to add more, but I don't really _need_ them at this point... 

     Actually, I forgot to mention that some of my favorite tools are a
variety of high-quality marking and measuring tools that belonged to my
grandfather (machinist).  Made at a time when precision still meant
something.  I really enjoy putting these to good use.

     I've made a few wooden planes.  Actually, it's 12 and counting.  A 
few moulding, a few w/totes, a few scraping planes, a few Krenovian, and
a few failed experiments.  Since I started making planes, my other
woodworking has really tapered off - but I really enjoy making those
planes.  Refining and improving, gaining a better appreciation for 
what makes a plane work well.  I highly recommend it.  Someday I'd
like to make a yb-smoother, but I'm not crazy about metalworking...

     The other thing I've been doing a lot of, is resawing small logs
into lumber.  Mainly apple and pear, w/some ash, oak, cherry, & birch
thrown in.  Small pieces, not good for much except a small box or two - 
maybe a plane.  Still, I'm learning about wood and having fun.  I hope 
there are others out there who might be doing the same.

     Well, that's the thumbnail.  Take care,

Steve


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