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SKILL 01 / THE LOG
METALWORK
Steel rewards patience. Start with a sound edge, a clean hole, and tools that are ready for another day.
03 ARTICLES
FIELD NOTES
01 / 2 MIN READ
A Clean Edge, by Hand
A file, a vise, and a little patience. Take the sharpness off cut steel without taking away the shape.
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02 / 2 MIN READ
Before the First Hole
Accurate drilling starts before the bit turns. Layout and workholding matter more than force.
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03 / 2 MIN READ
Keep Rust Off the Tools
A dry tool lasts longer. Build a maintenance habit that takes less time than restoring neglected steel.
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