Barrels and coopering

[Cody]

Don't know if you've found anything yet, but this guy, and the guys who taught him, might be able to help you find something.

http://www.crookedstave.com/2011/03/add-barrel-cooper-to-the-list-of-titles/

[aleguy]

Thanks Cody! I already knew most of what I read on the link, but it's always good to refresh. I doubt I would be so aggressive with my own barrels, but It's starting to look like I'm either going to have to attend one of the coopering schools or buy my 10-gallon barrels from someone else. There don't appear to be any good books on the subject for do-it-yourselfers.