Tools testimonials
Tool testimonials
Robert Ingham
20 years as principal of Parnham College. Robert now runs his own business Robert Ingham Designs from his workshop in North Wales.
‘The right tool for the job’ is a saying that rolls off the tongue quite easily when craftsmen discuss techniques. I came across a wooden spokeshave which had been made by James Mursell at The Classic Handtools exhibition recently and was pleased to have a chance to try it out. My own approach to tools is to spend some time tuning them and in some cases improving their performance. I have also made quite a number of my own tools when those that are commercially available do not perform to my expectations. James’s wooden spokeshaves are made by him and they embody an understanding of the geometry, function and the feel that these tools should have. In addition to these features, they have fine adjustment that has been ingeniously thought out and carefully manufactured. If you are involved in sculptural shaping of wood I strongly recommend that you treat yourself these very enjoyable tools.
Furniture & Cabinet Making
Issue 155 July 2009
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Brian Boggs
Master chairmaker from Kentucky, USA. Designer of the Lie Neilsen Boggs Spokeshave
“The simplicity of the body shape allows me to hold it in any position with comfort. On straight grained wood it performs beautifully. Nice work!”
