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Marking and Measuring Tool Basics
Every successful woodworking project begins with accurate marking and measuring tools. In this article, we'll sketch out a tool kit covering all the essentials, and point out a few additional "luxury items" to consider as well.
Saw Blades 101
In this article we'll bring you up to speed on important saw blade facts and terminology, and offer a little advice on picking out the right blades for your table saw, miter saw or radial arm saw.

Band Saw Table FAQ
Festool Rotex Sanders - A Light Touch, Fast
Festool TS 55 and TS 75 Plunge Cut Saws
Pocket Hole Joinery with the Kreg Jig
Precision Miter Gauges and Crosscutting Sleds
Rockler Flip Top Roller Stand
Router Table FAQ
Saw Blade Selection Guide
Table Saw Terminology
The New BeadLOCK Jigs - Affordable, Rock-Solid Joinery
Zero Clearance Table Saw Inserts
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Digital Measuring Tools - The Gift of Technology
The good ole tape measure and combination square aren't fading away, but they are moving over a bit to make room for a new breed of electronic measuring tools.
The Freud Dowel Joiner - A New Take on an Old Technique
The venerable dowel joint just got so much easier to make. With the Freud Dowel Joiner, you be able to accurately pop in a couple of dowels with speed that rivals biscuit joinery.
Incra Build-It Components - Jig Making with a Head Start
Whether you can't find one ready-made, or just prefer to build it yourself, Incra's line of interchangeable components will give you a leg up on your next jig-making project.
Choosing a Crosscut Sled
A crosscut sled can do wonders for your table saw crosscutting accuracy. Here are a few thoughts on whether to build your own, and what to look for if you buy one ready-made.
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