Cross-Cultural Studies

For my speech class this week I have to give a demonstration speech on an object or action of my choice.  Having decided to deviate away from my default list of theatrical topics, I asked Boyfriend to teach me about hand planes.  The plane pictured belongs to him and is 110-years-old.  He also let me ruin a pretty nice piece of mahogany for my research. Thanks, Hun. :-)  Hope I do him proud. :-p

Photo cred M. Jennys

P.S. For Jade's benefit, please note the appearance of his socks in the background.