My trip to that family-run bindery in Kyoto last spring really hit home.

Seeing them use techniques from generations ago got me feeling nostalgic. It's WILD to compare it to modern automated shops.

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viola11d ago

Let's be real here, that nostalgic feeling is just holding progress back. Calebt48's story is sweet but it's one tiny example, and most crafts can't afford that slow pace anymore. Those Kyoto binders might be pretty to watch, but if they charged for the real time spent, nobody could buy their books. Modern methods exist because they work better and faster for almost everything, full stop. Getting all weepy over old tools just ignores how the world actually works now.

stella1111d ago

Honestly those old techniques just can't keep up today.

calebt481d ago

Actually, I was totally on board with that idea until recently! What changed my mind was seeing how my grandpa's woodworking methods actually work better than some new tools. He showed me how hand-planing gives a smoother finish than electric sanders for certain woods. That old school patience really pays off. Now I mix both old and new ways depending on the job. It's all about using what works best!