Recent content by HandyHarry

You can be generous with clamps and extension cords… But what’s the one tool you refuse to lend, no matter who asks — brother-in-law, best friend, or even your dad? I’ll go first: my vintage Stanley No. 62 low angle jack plane. I spent weeks restoring it, and the sole is flat to 0.001”. Someone...

Bought a budget angle grinder on sale last fall. Thought I was smart. 6 weeks later: switch stuck, housing cracked after a 2-foot drop, bearings started screaming like banshees. I returned it and bought a Makita. Night and day. I get the appeal of Harbor Freight when you’re starting out, but...

My first post, don't judge harshly. Match bit type to material (HSS for metal, brad-point for wood) Check shank size for your chuck Consider coating (TiN, black oxide) for durability Split-point bits for cleaner starts Always keep them sharp and store in a case