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September 11, 2020

Six Circle-Cutting Techniques

A round up of some obvious (and not so obvious) techniques for cutting a circle in a woodworking shop.

Four Reasons You Need a Table Saw Crosscut Sled

Categories: Cutting and Shaping Wood , Jigs, Tips and Tricks , Video Demo's

August 28, 2020

Four Reasons You Need a Table Saw Crosscut Sled

Every table saw comes with a miter gauge, and they’re made for making crosscuts and angled cuts. So why do you need a crosscut sled ? There are four good reasons why a crosscut sled can improve your safety and accuracy at the table saw. Chris Marshall will demonstrate all four in this video. So, whether you’re crosscutting big stock or little tiny workpieces, or making repetitive cuts or angled cuts. A crosscut sled can improve your safety and accuracy at the table saw.

Cylindrical and Round Object Drilling Jig

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July 24, 2020

Cylindrical and Round Object Drilling Jig

Boring an accurately placed hole into a round piece of wood, either a cylinder or a sphere, can be a tricky feat to accomplish.

Categories: Jigs, Tips and Tricks

July 21, 2020

Making a Plunge Router Jig

Here's a mortising jig you can use with any plunge router that has a 7"-diameter or smaller base.

Categories: Woodworking Projects , Jigs, Tips and Tricks

July 19, 2020

Making a Miter Cutting Sled

A swiveling arm and multiple pre-set stops enable this table saw sled to cut miter angles quickly and accurately.

Categories: Woodworking Projects , Jigs, Tips and Tricks

July 17, 2020

Circle-cutting Jig with Fine Adjustment

Made from 1/2" plywood, this basic jig allows you to cut out or shape accurate circles, semicircles and arcs using a standard jigsaw or router.

Jigs for Making Straight Cuts with a Circular Saw

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June 23, 2020

Jigs for Making Straight Cuts with a Circular Saw

Every shop should have a circular saw. A couple of simple jigs will keep it cutting straight and true.

Categories: Workshop Setup & Tool Maintenance , Jigs, Tips and Tricks

June 18, 2020

Bench Grinder Tips for the Woodshop

Make the most of your bench grinder with this collection of handy tips and tricks.

Categories: Woodworking Joinery , Cutting and Shaping Wood , Jigs, Tips and Tricks , Video Demo's

June 05, 2020

The Best Table Saw Miter Gauge

In this Rockler demonstration we'll show you the features that make the new Rockler Precision Miter Gauge and Miter Gauge Fence stand out from other woodworking miter gauges and fences.Rockler's Precision Miter Gauge features accurately machined positive stops at the most commonly used locations, plus a miter bar with adjustable nylon set screws so it fits your slot to a T, while retaining silky smooth sliding. You'll enjoy all the essential features of a good solid miter gauge—accuracy, solidity and ease-of-use—in an affordable package.