Dado Width Adjustor
I cut dados for a tight fit. When I make them too tight, I use a jig that I call a Dado Tuner. The sole is 1?2” Baltic birch plywood, measuring 41?2“ x …
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Online Extras from FW Issue #317
Free Art Print To celebrate Fine Woodworking’s 50th year, deputy art director John Tetreault carved a wood-block print in mahogany. The initial drawing for the block was inspired by…
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Fine Woodworking Issue #317
Our latest issue is here! Featuring Alison Croney Moses, Peter Marcucci, Christian Becksfoort, Erik Curtis, Chris Gochnour, and more. Check it out here!
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The Case for Bevel-up Planes
A craftsman makes the argument that bevel-up planes are easier to tune for end grain and difficult woods. I can clearly remember my first experience with bench planes. I was in high school shop class and while I was leveling …
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Made You Look: Deck Out Your Drill Press
Carmonius Finsnickeri adds several brilliant features to his drill press.
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A Wooden Sword, Part 1 – The Double Cross Lap Joint
One of the most popular projects my students ask to build is a sword. Alongside boatmaking or crafting a gnome house, swordmaking has become one of the signature fourth-grade projects we do once the required curriculum is complete. I tailor …
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