Cleaning and setting up a beautiful early 20th century wood lathe made by "Officine Manfredi Bongioanni" in Fossano, Italy. This old, heavy cast iron tool has stood the test of time, and I am excited ...

The last time we discussed machine tools, we talked about how to choose the size of the new metalworking lathe that your wallet is itching to pour itself into. The next big decision to make is “new or ...

Heating pure Neatsfoot oil before applying it to leather has several advantages—better absorption, a smoother and more even application, and no messy spew. Keeping the oil at a steady temperature ...