A few months ago, I praised the new silicone glue bottles we introduced to our student workshop. They were comfortable, easy to squeeze, and the fact that dried glue doesn’t…
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In my woodworking classes, our tool rack is a bit like a stress-test laboratory. From fourth grade through high school, my students use Japanese-style saws for nearly every project. These…
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The $15 Lab Test: A Modern Take on the Ryoba Saw Read More »
Milwaukee has added more offerings in its ever-growing category of vacuum tool accessories, with a couple of them great for woodworkers. The company’s “Air-Tip” tools have always been targeted at the…
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Tool: Y-2 Chisels Shop Now Manufacturer: Zen-Wu Toolworks MSRP: $69+ If there’s one hand-tool company that’s finally getting the recognition it deserves, it’s Zen-Wu Toolworks. Founded by Luke Lyu, Zen-Wu…
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Tool: BenchPilot Shop Now Manufacturer: Shaper Tools MSRP: $1499 One of the most exciting tools of the year, in my opinion, was Shaper Tool’s release of BenchPilot at the AWFS…
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Tool: Jointer-Planer A2-26 Shop Now Manufacturer: Hammer MSRP: $2599 In a small shop, every square foot matters. I recently downsized from a roomy single-stall garage to a space that’s almost…
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