Kingshott DVD Series
The Kingshott Series:
By Jim Kingshott
DVD has been encoded for Region 1 compatible in U.S., U.S. Territories, Canada, and Bermuda
Woodworkers of all skill levels will improve their hand-tool and joinery talents with the help of Jim Kingshott, a former master of apprentice cabinetmakers and a furniture maker for British royalty. Once inside his welcoming tool-filled workshop, you’ll learn the woodworking skills and secrets obtained during 50 years at the workbench.
Woodworking Techniques Made Simple - 4 NEW DVDS
Mortise and Tenon by Jim Kingshott Price: $19.95
The mortise and tenon joint is the key to making sturdy chairs, tables, windows, and doors, and this instructional video illustrates how to make these joints precisely and quickly. Every step in the process is explained, from laying out the joint to cutting and shaping using backsaws, chisels, and other hand tools. Instructions are also provided on how to drawbore the joint with treenails and how to keep tools sharp. With helpful tips presented in a friendly, conversational style, this guide will benefit even the most experienced woodworker.
Bench Planes by Jim Kingshott Price: $19.95
Woodworkers looking to increase their building productivity will be guided through the use, techniques, and construction of bench planes in this valuable hour-long DVD. Master craftsman Jim Kingshoot brings viewers into his intimate workshop to illustrate how to set up, tune, and utilize the full range of planes, from jack planes and smooth planes to the popular Stanley-Bailey pattern plane and the finest Norris-style planes. Offering time-saving techniques collected from 50 years at the workbench, this guide exhibits easy-to-follow demonstrations on how to make one's own bench plane, as well as a clear discussion on what to look for when buying used.
Special Planes by Jim Kingshott Price: $19.95
Because the hand plane is an essential part of the woodworker's toolbox that can add style and elegance to any
project, this instructional video explains in detail how to successfully set up and use grooving, molding, shoulder, and miter planes, as well as fillisters and spokeshaves, among others. Instructions are provided for making a special plane, as are tips on what to avoid and what to look for when buying a used plane. The friendly and simple style of instruction will teach every woodworker how to both save time and increase productivity.
Dovetails by Jim Kingshott Price: $19.95
Produced for woodworkers of all skill levels, this video guide is a bare wood-to-finished piece primer on the production of handcut dovetail joints-the hallmark of a fine woodworker's repertoire. Dovetail joints are used to make boxes, cabinets, and drawers, but, as the DVD shows, they can be difficult to produce. Jim Kingshott makes it easy by welcoming viewers into his own workshop and passing on 50 years' worth of experience and knowledge about the tools and techniques used to create a sturdy and beautiful dovetail joint.
