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Log Woodworking Tools
The log woodworking tools needed for a hewn log cabin are not extremely expensive. Here are the ones you may want to have around:| Hatchet |  |
| Mallet |  |
| Broad Axe |  |
| Chisel |  |
| Corner Chisel |  |
| Draw Knife |  |
| Froe |  |
| Slick |  |
| Adze |  |
| Pry Bar |  |
| Chalk Line |  |
| Chainsaw |  |
| Square |  |
| Level |  |
| Jack Plane |  |
| Auger With Brace |  |
Most all of these tools can be purchased on ebay for a decent price if you will not be anxious. One week a broad axe with a curved handle will sell for around $100.00. Then two weeks later a similar axe fetches near $50.00. I have seen them show up occasionally at local auctions but never when I needed them! I try to avoid antique shops and dealers as they have these items marked up too high hoping to catch a collector.
The single most important factor with tools (aside from safety) is keeping them sharp! A sharp tool does the job faster and safer. I keep two small oil stones, oil and a rag with me at all times when working. The rougher stone has to be used occasionally but more often I use the fine stone every couple of hours.
The chainsaws also must be kept sharp. Do yourself a favor and buy the sharpener that clamps to the bar. It gets the same angle every time and doesn’t take too long.
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