Hi everyone,

I’m slowly getting into the craft of woodworking and I’m trying to pick out some “starter” tools. I don’t want to go completely cheap but I don’t want to spend all kinds of money (yet).

I was set on getting a cross cut panel saw for ripping and cross cutting (until I get a ripping saw) and a fine tooth pull saw for more accurate cuts.

My questions for recommendations are:

1. Should I get a hardened cross cut saw and just use it until it’s junk or get one I can sharpen?
2. Can hardened carbon steel chisels be sharpened or are they also “disposable”?
3. Is it better just to get a “dovetail” saw than a fine tooth pull for small, accurate cuts such as a joint?
4. On a different note, is a #4 planer the best to start with? A few videos recommend that over a #5 because a #4 is easier for smoothing.

Any help is greatly appreciated. I know I’ll have to just try a few things and see what works best, but I’m trying to be wise with what I get.