prov163 Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 I just watched the latest Highland Woodworking episode which explores the H.O. Studley tool cabinet and I am completely blown away. That is a level of craftsmanship that very few people, in any industry, but certainly in woodworking, ever achieve. And yet, it compels you to try something new, something harder, something just beyond the reach of where you are now. While I never expect to reach the point of expertise that would allow me to build such an exquisite work of art, the fact that he was able to reach that height inspires me to keep growing in the craft. One of the most encouraging discoveries Chris and Don make is that the tools are all worn-well from use, but the cabinet is pristine, indicating that Studley made this toward the end of his career - his final signature piece that all these years later instills awe.Check it out at http://thehighlandwoodworker.com/the-highland-woodworker-episode-20/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradpotts Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 I was also inspired by the show. I thought it was interesting that they couldn't find very much information about him. I can only dream that my work would be passed on with such high idolization. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prov163 Posted September 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Brad, I am lucky enough to have a couple of pieces my grandfather made. He was in incredible craftsman, but I can imagine he would have stood in front of the Studley tool chest for hours and marveled at the workmanship. I'm also captivated by the design - not only functional but a huge amount of thought went into the aesthetics of every detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkrusen Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 I think my favorite aspect of the chest is how the chisels have the empty space above them so that they can slide up and be dropped into place. Not flashy or anything but really shows the amount of thought and design that went into the piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barron Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 The chest is beautiful. It also makes you wonder if he built prototypes, and if so, where are they? If not, it's amazing that something that complex came straight from drawings. If you don't have the book, it's well worth the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Just too freakin cool. I've seen pictures of it from afar and it is impressive but the close up details are just rediculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcK Posted September 29, 2015 Report Share Posted September 29, 2015 Go to Lost Arts Press and buy the book and DVD. I have the book only and it goes into great detail about the cabinet, tools within and his bench. It's full of very close up photographs and a little about what is known about Studley which isn't a massive amount.A great read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat60 Posted September 30, 2015 Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 Great show...Just to be good with all the hand tools is something to me...I love the tool chest.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janello Posted October 1, 2015 Report Share Posted October 1, 2015 (edited) Besides the craftsmanship, the planning for fitting all those tools in that space without interference is what impresses me most. He should have probably just went by Stud. Edited October 1, 2015 by Janello Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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