Woodworker's Journal 2008-32-1, страница 38

The author turns to a drawknife, rasps and sanding to shape the edges of the arms. Pencil lines establish the transition areas.

The through tenon at the top of the front post is held in place with a wedge that tapers from about 1/16" at the very top of the front post to nothing at the base of the tenon. I also drill a 1/8" through relief hole at the base of this notch to reduce the likelihood of splitting when the locking wedge is tapped into place.

Back Rest, Arm, And Rocker Patterns

(Front, Top and Side Views)

Cutting the rocker notches requires a combination of cleats and clamps to hold the chair secure as the notches are formed.

Front Post, Rung and Arm Elevation

(Front View)

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