Consulting Woodworker

Consulting Woodworker is a website for Professional and Home shops alike. Here you'll find everything from my professional consulting services to reviews of products I've found useful over the years. Please feel free to enjoy, explore and share!

See my ongoing series of router bit articles for Woodworker's Journal Magazine. 

Testimonial

"One of the best decisions that we have ever made in our 23 years of business was to bring Ralph Bagnall on board with us. His style of getting his hands dirty and digging deep into the problems that a facilty is encountering has proven to be a most effective method in solving many of our challenges over the years.

His ability to interact with all levels of employees as well as managment provides a vital link between the both parties. I would not hesitate to recomend Ralph as a senior consultant to anyone in the woodworking industry, he gives you more than you pay for, by far."
 
Metry Seaga
Director
J.F.P.
Kingston, Jamaica.

 Civil War Woodworking By A. J. Hamler

My friend and former editor A. J. Hamler is wrapping up his new book, "Civil War Woodworking; 17 Projects for Woodworkers and Reenactors" 

AJ has combined his interests as a woodworker and Civil War reenactor to present 17 interesting camp items from both sides of the war. From simple projects like a hardtack crate,

to more complex projects like a folding field desk, 

AJ presents not just the projects, but also gives a remarkable glimpse into the history of the period.

Set to be released around Sept. 1st, you can pre-order it now and save over $8.00. 

Hamler presents his projects in a fun and engaging style that makes the book a pleasure to read. He explains how the items were made originally, and how you can get an authentic look using modern tools and materials.

My copy is already on order!

Civil War Woodworking