Last Thursday, I began the build of a second Krenov-style Sawhorse using only hand tools. See blog post Building a Second Krenov Sawhorse
Here is the beginning Process:
Step 1 - Cut list & species
The overall dimension of the first build (35"h x 28"w x 18"d), with cut list of needing six wood billets three inches wide by three-fourths inches thick of varying lengths that would total 13' -or about three board feet with no waste. The species would be poplar - matching the first sawhorse.
Step 2 - Where to get the wood
Did not have enough poplar on hand, so made a trip to Master Craft Hardwood. They carry S4S poplar planks that are three-fourths inches thick, but this is too expensive for this project - the salesclerk estimated $60.
In their indoor yard they have S2S poplar that is long, varying widths and 13/16" thick.
Step 3 layout cultist on the available wood
I settled on a 9' S2S plank, 7 1/4"w, 13/16" thick. There was wane on one end and a knot two feet from one end. I addressed these defects with my plan to cut into billets for milling. Since 9' would not fit my small SUV, they cut a piece 40" off so I could transport. The bill was $15 for five board feet - now that is more reasonable for a shop appliance.
Step 4 layout cut lines
Following the explanation to the team at that night's Tools & Techniques meeting, I used the shop's long straight edge to mark a rip line down the center to divide the plank in half for the 3+" width I needed for by billets and then marked the billets.
What is next?
At the next TNT meeting, I will bring my saw bench & saw and rip the plank. Probably begin the milling process with a hand plane to final dimension of the billets for joinery.
