What to look for, what to skip, and how much to spend. Honest guidance on tools at every price tier.
The unsentimental list. What to buy first, what to skip, and how much to spend without overcommitting before you know what you like.
Job site, contractor, hybrid, or cabinet — what each one is good for, and what to look for at the price you can afford.
Lie-Nielsen, Veritas, vintage Stanley, or modern import? What each option costs, where the money goes, and how to set them up.
Why the combination square is the most-used tool in a furniture shop, and how to spot one that is actually accurate.