Maker-tested tools

Hand Tools

A curated selection chosen for precision, feel, and longevity — the tools we trust at the bench.
Built for beginners upgrading their kit, and experienced makers refining their craft.

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Curated, not cluttered
Workshop-approved picks
Guidance for first-time buyers

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Start with what you need at the bench — then refine by quality, feel, and fit.

Hand Planes

Smoothers, jacks, blocks, and specialty planes for clean, controlled cuts.

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Chisels

Bench chisels and joinery essentials built for accuracy and edge retention.

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Measuring & Marking

Rules, squares, knives, gauges, and layout tools for repeatable work.

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Sharpening & Edge Care

Stones, guides, and stropping essentials to keep edges consistent.

Edge careShop →

Saws

Hand saws for joinery and breakdown cuts with reliable tracking.

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Essential Tools

A reliable first kit — the tools we recommend for confident progress.

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Shop the proven picks

If you’re not sure where to start, these are the most reliable next steps — chosen for real workshop use.

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Beginner essentials

Build a strong first kit: measuring + a core cutting tool + sharpening.

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Best sellers

Browse what makers buy most — workshop-approved picks with proven performance.

Guidance you can trust

Bench-tested essentials we use in the workshop — designed to help you buy once, learn faster, and build with confidence.

Workshop logic

Workshop-tested: used at the bench — not chosen from spec sheets.
Curated, not cluttered: fewer tools, better outcomes.
Beginner-safe starting points: reduces overbuying and builds a reliable first kit.
Guidance included: learn how to choose and use each tool correctly.