Welcome to Excelsior Woodworks. My name is Jeff and I am your host. As you will discover I love old tools. Both hand tools and old Wood Working Machines. The average age of the machinery in my shop is about 1948. With two dating back to approximately 1910-1915. I have restored most of these and use them regularly. I find a certain quality in these old machines that I don't see in the the new ones.
I was an avid turner. Naturally I have an old heavy cast iron lathe. However as I have built up my shop I find that I enjoy furniture more than turning. My turning has taken a back seat and I just don't do near as much as I used too. My desire it to make high quality furniture. It's something I have wanted to do for years and finally I have a space to pursue it. I am especially found of the Arts and Craft or Mission style of furniture. I love the simplicity yet elegant lines. From time to time I add new projects to the site. Just check he menu for what ever interests you. My interests have turned mainly to my kayaks. Be sure and look at them! ![]() |