Making & Mastering Wood Planes, by David Finck. 192 Pages. Softbound. Written by an accomplished woodworker who has mastered the art of planemaking, David Finck's new book succeeds mightily in his attempt to pass the results of his learning on to others. Beginning with an analysis of how planes work, he proceeds to a discussion of the tools required of a planemaker and the techniques to be used. An interesting and useful explication of the sharpening of planes and plane irons is an added and interesting bonus. Each step of the planemaking process is documented in excellent black & white photographs and detailed line drawings. Whatever your level of woodworking skill, Making & Mastering Wood Planes will prove both useful and interesting. UNAVAILABLE (BK-0556)
