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260310 | Nathan Goodwin <hiscarpentry@g...> | 2016‑11‑04 | Bio |
I am a finish carpenter and cabinetmaker, who does a bit of framing too. I enjoy handcraft via Sloyd, green woodworking, and carving. I like to read all I can on old world craft, yesterday's and today's craftsmen, architecture, design, furniture making, folk craft, and of course tools. I try to keep up a little blog here https://hiscarpentryblog.wordpress. com">https://hiscarpentryblog.wordpress.com I'm not the most diligent to writing regularly. I've come to my respect and passion for old world craftsmanship through the updating and restoration of my early 18th century home in Weymouth MA. I am 35, married and have two children Sunny is 4 and Atticus is 18 months. Nathan Goodwin H.I.S. Nathan Goodwin H.I.S. Carpentry Honesty. Integrity. Service |
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260318 | Paul Gardner <yoyopg@g...> | 2016‑11‑04 | Re: Bio |
Welcome Nathan. Interesting blog you keep with some nice work on display. Keep us posted on things you're up to. The long winter nights are closing in and the uninsulated shops are getting colder. Paul Gardner, in SF |
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260319 | Chuck Taylor | 2016‑11‑04 | Re: Bio |
Hi Nathan, and welcome to OldTools! Just a couple of tips from a long-time wooden-boat owner: 1. Never use stainless steel fasteners below the waterline. I don't understand the metallurgy, but they can fail in oxygen-deprived environments. Bronze is the preferred marine fastener. My wooden boat is fastened with bronze, and it is 51 years old now and going strong. For a boat that doesn't stay in the water, stainless might be okay, but next time.... 2. Nothing wrong with making your own, but quality marine plywood is available. Look for Okoume or Sapele plywood made to European standards. You might try Boulter Plywood in Somerville, MA. I haven't seen any good Douglas Fir marine plywood lately, and I used to work in a plant that made the stuff! Cheers,Chuck Taylornorth of Seattle |
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