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Fastening Wood with Screws 101: If you need to drive a flathead screw into a piece of wood quite close to an endgrain edge, and you just drive it in without pre-drilling and countersinking, you're gonna split it. And even if you do take the time to pre-drill, countersink, and

Description Before matches became widely available in the 1860s, long, coiled wood shavings known as spills were used to transfer a flame from one location to another, such as from a fireplace to a candle, lantern or stove. Typically made using a special inverted plane, spills burn more slowly and consistently than paper, and also double as a convenient tinder material. We based the design of our spill plane on an 1850s Edward Preston spill plane in our collection. You simply push a piece of…

Description Designed to eliminate parallax errors and used with standard 0.5mm lead mechanical pencils, these rules are perforated with slots or holes just slightly larger than 0.5mm at standard increments. Etched from 0.008" thick stainless steel, they are very flexible. Non-glare finish. Made in USA.

Description To clear weeds from overgrown ponds without tearing up the bottom, this tool slices aquatic plants off at the stem like an underwater scythe. Just pitch the head into the water and drag it back using the 30' buoyant rope. You can adjust the span of the stainless-steel blades from 30" to 60" wide to target precise areas, or cut a broad swath to clear large areas quickly. Largely made of galvanized steel and aluminum, it weighs 9 lb and comes with a sharpener as well as blade…

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A convenient length for working in raised beds or from a seated or kneeling position, this medium-handled crack weeder is made to our specifications and will easily last a lifetime. About 23" long overall, it lets you reach farther than a typical hand tool while still being easy to maneuver. It has a sharp slicing blade and thin-profile hook for weeding between walkway and patio stones. Besides the beech handle, all components are stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance. The…

Made from solid machined components and weighing a substantial 8 1/2 oz, this compass has the sturdiness, size and precision needed for workshop use. The point rotates on an eccentric axis, letting you adjust the radius by simply turning the point carrier. This means you can fine-tune the size of your circle without having to reset the 8" legs, which open to 8 3/4" and lock at any position with a brass knob and clamping bar. Brass thumbscrews hold the point carrier and a pencil firmly…