Gerry, working on his shaving horse, using his grandfather's drawknife and spokeslave as he shapes a spindle.
About the Maker
Gerald Felix began making Windsor chairs in 2001 upon his retirement from a major commercial airline. Prior to that he completed a successful career as an Air Force fighter pilot.
Gerry inherited his grandfather's woodworking tools and skills, and honed them through study with the top three chairmakers in the country. He is very meticulous in his work, which limits his output to only 2 chairs each month.
Gerry and his wife Sandy are long time residents of Williamsburg, Virginia.
Visitors are welcome at the workshop. Call for appointment: (757) 220-0662.
Read about Gerry in the Daily Press Article, Completely By Hand, May 11, 2007 (5 MB)
Watch Gerry make Windsor Chairs in the Daily Press Video (50 MB)
