Workshop: Training the Hand 4: 13-18 July 2026 IN

Workshop: Training the Hand 4: 13-18 July 2026 INWorkshop Overview. Rob Cosman's Training the Hand Workshop is held each month from April through October, except for August. Each workshop is six days long and is held at Rob's Workshop located in Grand Bay, New Brunswick, Canada. If after reading through the information below you have any questions about our Training the Hand Workshops please email your questions to robswebmaster@robcosman. com . Cost: The six day Training the Hand Workshop costs

I have taught thousands of students my freehand (no jig needed) sharpening method which enables you to sharpen your blade in 30 seconds and get right back to work

I also find a wagon vise is faster and easier to use than a tail or end vise

I found the adjustments to be very smooth and precise with just the slightest amount of backlash

4-1/2” long x 1-3/4” wide

These include but are not limited to: preparing and using scrapers

Building the base

Cushioned end hook return

The 1/2 inch (13mm) diameter cutter head comes to you already sharpened and ready to use

Opposing set screws hold the drill bit securely in the holder and allows for adjustment of the hole depth

The rod is approximately 7-1/2 inches (190mm) long

Finding a good tape measure is really challenging

Jack plane sack is 16 inches long