Shop-Made Hand Tools

Shop-Made Hand Tools

Turned Mallets

Turn a dynamic duo of mallets fit for carving or general assembly work made from a unique material.

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Large Scale Layout Tools

Make a T-square and compass sized for big layout tasks. Enjoy the accuracy for years to come.

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Coping Saw

In this project, you'll find out how hardwood and aluminum combine to make a lightweight saw that’s tough enough for all kinds of tasks.

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Layout Square

Upgrade your framing square with this simple modification, designed for better accuracy and grip when working with wide boards — perfect for precision woodworking.

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Panel Gauge

Craft a precise panel gauge with this woodworking plan, perfect for accurate marking of wide panels in hand tool projects.

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Shop-Built Cabinet Scraper

This classic scraper is the perfect tool for smoothing wood surfaces. Plus, it looks great doing it.

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Joiners Mallet

The secret to this well balanced mallet is the two "pockets" in the laminated head. These pockets are drilled in the core pieces and then filled with lead weights.

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Crooked Knives

Channel your inner blacksmith to create a unique knife blade and handle for tackling curved cuts.

Miter Plane
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Miter Plane

This traditional hand plane style blends stunning looks with glass smooth surfaces. Combine metalworking with some woodworking and you have one amazing tool.

Edge Clamps
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Edge Clamps

These shop-made edge clamps simplify gluing hardwood edging to plywood. Great for tight spaces, these clamps align and apply pressure with ease.

Router Plane
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Router Plane

Despite its look, this is no Mickey-Mouse project. This shopbuilt router plane is sure to become a favorite tool in your shop, and one that will get used often.

Setup Gauge
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Setup Gauge

Combine a 6" ruler with a few pieces of wood and brass to create a sweet tool to simplify tool adjustments.