Andrew Hunter - Japanese Hand Plane: Technique & Tuning

40 Clarendon Avenue,Kingston NY 12401

10 June, 2023

Description

This weekend class with Andrew Hunter is the Japanese hand plane deep dive you've been looking for! Want to incorporate traditional woodworking tools and techniques into your Western shop? Look no further. Whether you are totally new to Japanese tools or looking to expand an existing skill set, Andrew is here to enlighten all levels with techniques and philosophies to examine these deceptively simple implements from all angles. Students are encouraged to bring their own Japanese tools to class. Andrew can offer feedback and assistance for optimal tuning. If you don’t have your own collection of Japanese tools (yet), no worries. Andrew will have many of his own tools on hand for students to try out. (need details about Susuki supplying planes) With over 20 years of experience as a furniture maker working with Japanese tools Andrew has a wealth of knowledge to draw from. As a self-taught woodworker, he offers a unique perspective to other Americans discovering Japanese woodworking for the first time. Sign up today and expand your woodworking horizons!