Cob: Power vs hand tools

[Theodore L. Stacy]

Strength can be had by wieght lifting.  ONly a few weeks prior to beginning
a project will give you surprising extra reserve and capacity.  As for hand
tools, they are much more comforting to the senses than screeming power
tools.  A person can actually take pleasure in the process of creating
instead of reacting to the tool's noise.  Just make sure that the saws yoiu
use are correct for the job and very sharpe.  Buy good quality.  Cross cut
saws for going across the wood grain and rip saws for cutting with the
grain.  You library should have books on saws and other woodworking tools.
You could watch the Wainwright's show or get his (books?). Goodluck.
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Ted Stacy
tlstacy at niia.net