Main Stage Seminars
The Jack – This Should Be Your First Plane
The Jack
Planes, planes, planes—there are so many, it’s like trying to pick the perfect one out of a flying circus! But fear not, because Vic is here to clear the air. In this session, he’ll show you why the Jack plane is the one tool that deserves a permanent spot in your hybrid shop. Pound for pound, it's the most versatile hand plane a woodworker can own.
Vic will guide you through:
- Why the bevel-up Jack is the smarter, cooler cousin of the traditional bevel-down plane
- How to set up your Jack for maximum performance
- How this handy tool can save you thousands by prepping faces and edges like a pro
- The slick way to shoot end grain with a simple jig—and, of course, the Jack!
Whether it’s heavy-duty roughing or finessing those final smoothing cuts, the Jack plane’s got your back. Join Vic for a session packed with tips, tricks, and plenty of plane puns! You won’t want to miss it.
Demystifying Sharpening – It’s Way Easier Than You Think
Sharpening your tools doesn’t have to be a mystery—or a money pit! With so much advice floating around, it's easy to get lost in the weeds (or the whetstones). In this seminar, Vic cuts through the clutter to show you a simple, affordable way to get your tools razor-sharp and keep them that way. He’ll cover the ins and outs of different sharpening media, weighing the pros and cons so you don’t have to. But most importantly, he’ll focus on the one thing that really matters: achieving that perfect edge, no matter if you’re using stones, sandpaper, or the back of your coffee mug (just kidding—kind of). You definitely don’t want to miss this!
Seminar Room - Main Floor
