re: Master Woodworker?

I agree with you that the term “master woodworker” is used very loosely. Norm Abram use to say it was anyone teaching others,not sure that I agree with that,that would make me a master woodworker and I know that’s not true. In Europe they have long apprenticeships(5-10 years) in woodshops or specialized areas of woodworking,there the have to be awarded the title Master woodworker.I think one who has been through one of these types of programs in the states or elsewhere are the best examples of what a master woodworker is.