Beginning woodworkers and power tool woodworkers looking to incorporate more traditional methods will find a highly visual step-by-step guide with this comprehensive guide to hand tool fundamentals. This primer for hand tool use and maintenance walks beginning woodworkers and woodworkers new to hand tool method through all of the most important topics related to this specialised area of the craft. This in-depth text will cover tools and equipment from handsaws, chisels and handplanes to workbenches. You will learn correct procedures for tool sharpening and stock preparation as well as traditional methods for joinery including mortise and tenon, dovetails and others. Complete step-by-step instructions and accompanying photography will guide you through the fundamental skills you need for hand tool use. AUTHOR: Steve Branam is a software engineer and woodworker in Ayer, MA. He enjoys working with traditional hand tool methods and teaching the skills he has acquired. He is the creator of the Popular Woodworking University - Intro To Hand Tools video course. Steve writes the woodworking blog www.CloseGrain.com, which is read all over the world. On it he shares projects, techniques and documents woodworking events in his area. SELLING POINTS: • Hybrid Woodworking: Becoming increasingly popular - more woodworkers are beginning to incorporate hand tools into their work. For those looking to incorporate more traditional hand methods into their work. • Perfect for Beginners: Entry level book that covers use of the most well-used hand tools including handsaws, chisels and handplanes. Includes procedures for maintaining, sharpening and caring for tools and detailed technique instructions with accompanying step-by-step photos. 700 colour photographs