Comments for Carl Stammerjohn Furnituremaker

Comment on Dining Table by Carl

Carl — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 04:48:13 +0000

Mike, as usual you have upped the ante. Very nice table you created. I have considered making my apron continuous when the leaf is in, but haven’t looked into it in detail. I think it would be possible to hinge the extra aprons from the leaf halves. After seeing your table, I may have to look into it further…

Comment on Dining Table by Mike Henderson

Mike Henderson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:55:56 +0000

Some time ago, I was doing reseach on dining room tables and went down a similar path. I wanted a table that was completely contained (no leaves to store), had continuous aprons when open, and had a significant amount of expansion, going from seating four people to at least six people. However, I came out a slightly different way, designing a fold over table that was completly contained. See http://www.mikes-woodwork.com/ExpandingTable.htm for some pictures of the table.

Comment on Dining Table by Carl

Carl — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:09:47 +0000

Thanks for the feedback. I’m glad you think it will work, although I’m still a bit concerned about getting everything aligned. I may go with a T-slot instead of the sliding dovetail on the sides.

Comment on Dining Table by redd

redd — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 12:38:47 +0000

I have seen a lot of designs when it comes to various kinds of table. I was really impressed with your idea. The butterfly leaf is one of the best design I really liked. Fantastic design, really impressive, I believe everything will work fine. Looking forward to read and witness more of your brilliant ideas and projects.

Comment on Plane Tune-up 5 by Carl

Carl — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:52:59 +0000

Thanks for the kudos. I’ll try to finish up the series soon.

I haven’t used RO-LA in a while, but some of my students have. I think the prices start at approximately $30 for a #4 and go up from there. Not inexpensive, but when you factor in a few sheets (at least) of wet/dry sandpaper and the value of your time, it’s not bad. Their process involves grinding both the sides and bottom; you don’t have the option of only doing the bottom.

I usually use camellia oil on the bare plane parts, particularly on parts that need reapplication often due to rubbing (plane bottom) or contact with moisture during sharpening (iron and chip breaker). The oil is quick and easy to apply. I’ll use paste wax on parts that get handled often but don’t get abraded (like the lever cap or plane sides). And I use paraffin wax on the sole during planing.

Thanks for reading the blog!

Comment on Plane Tune-up 5 by Hawaiian Shirt Fan

Hawaiian Shirt Fan — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 04:51:26 +0000

Hi,

GREAT series on plane restoration!

I live in the South Bay, and wonder what price range the grinding service in Culver City charges?

Also, do you treat or apply any oils or wax to your planes for basic rust prevention?

Many thanks!

Comment on Plane Tune-up 2 by Carl

Carl — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 19:46:31 +0000

Ed, My apologies for the belated response. I was on vacation for two weeks.
I would agree that the larger nut is preferred, but I like the low knob more than I like the larger nut, so my preference goes to the Type 11. It would, of course, be easy to replace either one to get the best of both worlds.

Comment on Plane Tune-up 2 by Ed

Ed — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:06:39 +0000

Just curious why you are drawn to the type 11. I think the larger adjusting nut on later planes is a little easier to use. On the other hand, I do like the low knob of the earlier plane. I think my preference for the low knob is just an aesthitic thing, but I do like it. So, why is your first choice the type 11?

Best regards,

Comment on Plane Tune-up 1 by Carl

Carl — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:31:00 +0000

It’s good to be back. I’m sure you have lots of planes to “loan,” but my plan is to sell the plane on eBay when it’s complete, perhaps recouping my costs. Clean planes with shiny blades sell for a lot more than rusty ones…

Comment on Plane Tune-up 1 by Ed

Ed — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:16:35 +0000

Happy to see the blog back in action. I did not know you were looking for a plane to tune up. I would have been happy to loan you one :)

I look forward to seeing what you have to say about the steps to getting an old plane to function well and the relative importance of each step.

Best regards,