I've found metric to be better for woodworking, and especially metalworking. Powers of two (imperial) are no easier than doubling a metric measurement, and mor

I've found metric to be better for woodworking, and especially metalworking. Powers of two (imperial) are no easier than doubling a metric measurement, and more difficult when partitioning items items in thirds or fourths, or having to cut wood in half with lengths like 56 and 7/32 inches (1428mm).