Files are easily taken for granted. They’ve been around for thousands of years, predating even the ancient Egyptian culture of the pharaohs and the pyramids. They’re usually relegated to dusty drawers ...

Phil, Logan & Chris share favorite tools, joinery tips, and simple mortise techniques. In this episode, Phil, Logan, and Chris take timeout from project building to talk about their favorite tools and ...

In this video, I restore 11 antique American-made steel files and rasps that I purchased for just $8 at a flea market. The tools, originally rusty and worn, are revitalized with custom epoxy and wood ...

If you enjoyed this article, I’d like to ask for your support. Scientific American has served as an advocate for science and industry for 180 years, and right now may be the most critical moment in ...