So I worked on getting the top ready to glue down today, but it’s not gonna go together easily. I flexed the top a little today, and heard a little pop but can’t find a crack or split yet. I’m…   Read more»

@russ  I’ve seen it done both ways. Some have said that it can be better if the grain is running up and down on the block rather than running across in the same direction as the sides. It can’t prevent…   Read more»

  @robin Hi Robin, I’ve seen it done both…   Read more»

I’m home again for a few weeks so should be able to get some time in my shed. I made the upper front graft, back grafts, diamonds and bridge plate today. I also made the heel block blank and marked…   Read more»