I live in Perth, Australia where I have specialised in paediatric clinical psychology for the past 25 years. My woodshop is where I recharge my batteries. 

I am drawn to handtools, their design and use. My machines are little used as I prefer building furniture by traditional vintage methods and  techniques. Join me here in the trials and tribulations of some of my builds.

There is some vintage tools restoration as well, along with reviews of handtools I think others may find interesting.  Sharpening is an integral part of handtool use, and I've included a section for that as well.

Throughout my life I have been a compulsive tinkerer and modifier, and the articles on building tools are my chance to share with you what I have fun doing. Some are basic, some are fancy,  but all the tools are intended to be used.

I hope that you will have  fun and perhaps learn something new.

Regards from Perth

Derek

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