Cooks Sawdust Journal

The Unseen Beauty Inside a Red Oak Log At first glance, this red oak log doesn’t look perfect. There are dark spots. Signs of age. Areas some might call flaws. But for experienced sawyers and w … read more

What to Look for in a Mill: Finding the Best Fit for Your Homestead When it comes to investing in a sawmill, one thing matters most: what you plan to use it for. Your goals whether it’s milling … read more

Sawing up large diameter stumps can be a real challenge unless you have the right tool for the job.In this video Stephen Cook makes coffee table tops using a 36" wide stump and saws multiple tops wi … read more