The Shed

The Shed is Eclectic, informed and always fascinating, there is something to interest everyone in The Shed. Aimed at those with a few tools and perhaps a few clues, this is the magazine for real sheddies. Packed with ideas, projects, advice and peeks into other people’s sheds.

The Shed

ADDICTION

HONING AN EDGE • Hayden Scott’s road to crafting Damascus blades has been a journey of self-discovery, from ambitious teen working the boning tables of the Balclutha freezing works to chef Al Brown’s right-hand man. Now, with over 25 years of experience using knives, he has found his calling: hand-forging the finest blades for cooks all over the world from his backyard sheds in the Waitākere Ranges

Salvaging

Feather-pattern billet

Timber treatments

Antlers

AYRBURN CLASSIC 2026 DAZZLES • A spectacular celebration of classic motoring

THE SHED ONLINE • What’s happening online at theshed.nz?

Letters to the editor

MAKING A DUST EXTRACTOR • Mini cyclone and vacuum systems are a workshop essential that will help to keep the peace

THE Shed SUBSCRIBE & SAVE • NEVER MISS AN ISSUE FREE DELIVERY TO YOUR HOME SAVE UP TO $24 ON RETAIL

NEW APPROACH TO UTILITY BENCHES • Now that Jude’s new shed is completed, it’s time to start on some projects. First, some simple and sturdy wooden benches using affordable macrocarpa

RESTORING A 1952 AJS • Problems aplenty for Peter again, but he soldiers on regardless … Kick-starter splines give him big issues, and there is the oil supply, the gearbox, and some tin panels to attend to. Now, did that engine start or not?

RADIO SAVIOUR • Radios once connected us to the world, much like the internet does today. For children of that era, radios had a magical quality that captivated our imaginations for decades. We were enchanted by their sounds, mysteries, and beauty of valve radios. Meet Peter Walsham, a lifelong fan and dedicated saviour of these gems

FANCY OWNING A RADIO MUSEUM?

BMW’S FLAGSHIP TECHNO SHOWCASE

A FITTING TRIBUTE • The John Britten story is now one of Kiwi folklore: a bloke in a shed with skills and passion who took on the world and won. Ritchie gives us insights into the man and his creations, and visits the new museum dedicated to our much-missed legend

JOHN BRITTEN BOOKS

JOHN BRITTEN’S WORKSHOPS

THE DENCO V-TWIN ENGINE

Resene Paint Expert Jay Sharples shares his advice for painting in hot weather

LEARN THE ART OF MARQUETRY • Centuries ago, trade guilds regulated the apprenticeship and training of skilled craftsmen. Once trained, these artisans travelled Europe plying their trade. One such craft was marquetry. Ed Prince demonstrates how to create your own pieces using this ancient and delicate technique

THE BOOKMARK

THE PUZZLE BOX

A MARQUETRY PICTURE

DOWNSCALING, BUT NOT SLOWING DOWN • “Do not go gentle into that good night” – Dylan Thomas Time to sell the family keeler, but not to back off from the projects and activities. Downsizing means new beginnings elsewhere

APPLIED WORKSHOP WISDOM DESIGNED TO REPEAT • This is part two of a series on understanding and using templates and jigs in your workshop projects. You may also be very surprised to discover what constitutes a ‘jig’ among your array of tools

HEAR THAT WHISTLE BLOWING • The Bay of Islands Vintage Railway in Kawakawa is a national treasure, operated by a handful of dedicated volunteers. Rare rolling stock is meticulously restored for current and future generations to enjoy, plus, there are some very exciting plans afoot for this railway’s future

Bookcase

MISSED AN ISSUE? • THE EASIEST WAY TO ORDER IS ONLINE AT MAGSTORE.NZ, CLICK ON BACK ISSUES"

MENZSHEAD NEW ZEALAND • THE...