Category Archives: beginning woodworking
Choosing Tools for the Beginning Woodworker
I often see and hear questions about which tools a beginning woodworker should acquire. And the numerous recommendations, although varied, all seem to have a shopping list a mile long. So, I want to also provide my shopping list. And … Continue reading
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Woodshop Safety: Personal Safety Equipment & Accessories
As a follow up to the woodworking safety guidelines posted earlier, I want to discus some personal safety items. These are things I currently have and use as the need arises. First and foremost I take eye and vision protection … Continue reading
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Installing Ball Bearing Guides on the Band Saw
I previously mentioned that where I was at the Portland Woodworking show I made some purchases. One of these purchases was a Carter ball bearing guide kit for the bandsaw. The kit comes with two separate guide assemblies and the … Continue reading
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Would You Consider Reconditioned Tools?
Have you ever considered buying either used or reconditioned tools? I readily choose reconditioned products over new. Usually they are reduced in price sufficient to represent a significant savings over new. I can only remember one occasion when the product … Continue reading