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Workshop Safety 101: Reducing Airborne Wood Particles and Protecting Your Lungs

Jesse Shaw

Oct 20, 20232 min read

Machines

Workshop Safety 101: Reducing Airborne Wood Particles and Protecting Your Lungs

Woodworking is as much an art as it is a craft, and while it brings joy and fulfillment, it also brings with it a host of potential...

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The Ultimate Shop Vac Combo Every Woodworker Needs - Find Out Why!

Jesse Shaw

Oct 18, 20234 min read

Machines

The Ultimate Shop Vac Combo Every Woodworker Needs - Find Out Why!

The Perfect Shop Vac Combo Pairing: Why the Festool CLEANTEC CT 15 E HEPA Dust Extractor and BOSCH GCM12SD Miter Saw are a Match Made in...

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Top 11 Best Drum Sanders for Woodworking (2023 Review)

Jesse Shaw

Oct 4, 202310 min read

Machines

Top 11 Best Drum Sanders for Woodworking (2023 Review)

A drum sander is a type of woodworking machine that uses a rotating drum to smooth and even out rough or uneven surfaces on wood. The...

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Rikon Bandsaw RIKON 10-305: An Affordable Gem for Woodworkers

Jesse Shaw

Sep 23, 20232 min read

Machines

Rikon Bandsaw RIKON 10-305: An Affordable Gem for Woodworkers

For those who delve into the world of woodworking, the importance of a reliable bandsaw cannot be overstated. One such offering that has...

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JET Bandsaw (Review 2023): JWBS-20-5, 20-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw, 5HP, 1Ph 230V 714850

Jesse Shaw

Sep 14, 20232 min read

Machines

JET Bandsaw (Review 2023): JWBS-20-5, 20-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw, 5HP, 1Ph 230V 714850

The JET Bandsaw JWBS-20-5 stands as an impressive midpoint in the bandsaw market. Priced reasonably, it outperforms competitors like...

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Laguna Bandsaw (Review 2023) Laguna Tools 18" MBAND185400

Jesse Shaw

Sep 13, 20232 min read

Machines

Laguna Bandsaw (Review 2023) Laguna Tools 18" MBAND185400

Let's take a look at a specific Laguna Bandsaw model that helped me create amazing wood projects. In my previous shop, I had the...

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Most Reliable Dust Collectors for a Clean Workshop

Jesse Shaw

Sep 11, 20232 min read

Machines

Most Reliable Dust Collectors for a Clean Workshop

The phrase "cleanliness is next to godliness" rings especially true in a woodworking workshop which is why we are looking at reliable...

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The 11 Best Mortisers of 2023: Enhance Your Woodworking Craft

Jesse Shaw

Jul 24, 202314 min read

Machines

The 11 Best Mortisers of 2023: Enhance Your Woodworking Craft

Mortising machines, or simply 'mortisers', are a must-have tool for any serious woodworker. These powerful machines make it easy to cut...

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9 Best Dust Collectors for Woodworking (2023 Review)

JShaw

Dec 16, 20229 min read

Machines

9 Best Dust Collectors for Woodworking (2023 Review)

A dust collection setup is often neglected but it's also one of the most important parts of your woodworking shop.

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JShaw

Aug 6, 202214 min read

Machines

13 Best Drill Presses (2022 Review)

The best drill presses review is provided here for your specific woodworking projects such as wooden tables, lighting, and more.

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Top 3 Best Benchtop Bandsaws under $600 (2022 Review)

Jesse Shaw

Dec 31, 20211 min read

Saws

Top 3 Best Benchtop Bandsaws under $600 (2022 Review)

If you have a small shop and a small budget, a benchtop bandsaw might be right for you. Frankly, these bandsaws are not industrial...

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13 Best Thickness Planers for Woodworking (2022 Review)

Jesse Shaw

Dec 16, 202110 min read

Machines

13 Best Thickness Planers for Woodworking (2022 Review)

Thickness Planer Overview Benchtop vs Industrial Planers Benchtop planers are less expensive and less powerful than the larger,...

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Top 10 Best Contractor Table Saws (2021 Review)

Jesse Shaw

Oct 12, 202111 min read

Power Tools

Top 10 Best Contractor Table Saws (2021 Review)

The Top 10 Best Contractor Saws BOSCH 10 In. Worksite Table Saw with Gravity-Rise Wheeled Stand 4100XC-10 DEWALT 10-Inch Table Saw,...

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Jesse Shaw

Jun 8, 20217 min read

Power Tools

Top 10 Best Table Saws (2021 Review)

We buy table saws for their clean precise cuts. For squaring up a piece of wood with a refined smooth edge, the table saw is the answer.

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