Tuesday, June 9, 2009

make use of scraps and off cuts




I have notice a lot of people being inspired by Bob Simmons and making mini versions of his concepts. I would love one but don't have the cash. So made my own interpretation The mini mini micro Simmons hand plane. I found some EPS around the workshop and some small off cuts of kingbilly veneer left over from my surfboard. The hand board worked well in some small waves in tassie so am very happy. Oh and thanks to those people responsible for digging up Bob's designs.

make things from timber veneer


An industry ruled by man made chemicals i had to do something and use timber. The internal veneer is plantation hoop pine the exterior is king billy pine. The board is made with the least amount of timber possible with only one internal rib or stringer. The board is designed by Greg Webber Construction method by me based on cold moulding techniques used in boats.