Table of Contents
Readers’ Tips4
Updates
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Page 7: Illustration
Two of the arrows in the illustration are not pointing to the correct objects. The BASE arrow should point to the base piece of plywood, not to the hole. And the “HOLE FOR WALL HANGING” arrow should point to the hole, a little farther left than where it currently points.
All About Ogee Bits8
Learn the differences among ogee bits to
choose the right one for your next project.
The Low-Down on Lathe Chucks10
A 4-jaw chuck is a great upgrade for any
lathe. Here’s what to look for before you buy.
Sources
You can find a variety of 4-jaw
chucks at most woodworking
suppliers and online retailers.
The Easy Chuck is manufactured
by Easy Wood Tools.
Cabinet Hardware Solutions: Locks14
Keep items secure behind closed doors and
drawers with a simple cabinet lock.
Add-On Workbench Rail System16
Every workbench needs simple ways to
secure tools and workpieces. This system
has a lot of great features, and you can easily
add it to any workbench.
Custom Block Plane22
There’s nothing like using a tool you build
yourself. This block plane features solid
double dovetail construction, an easy-to-adjust
iron, and a custom hardwood infill.
Updates
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Page 26: Figure 3
In preparing the online extras for the infill block plane, we discovered some errors and decided to make adjustments to the sizing of the Lever Cap “C”. The distance from the front (lower) edge of the lever cap to the shoulder is now 1 instead of 7/8. The distance from the shoulder to the top of the lever cap is now 1/2 instead of 5/8. The concave radius on the lever cap is now 5/8 instead of 9/16.
Sources
For the steel-sided plane, we purchased
a 3"x17" billet of Damascus
steel from Alabama Damascus
Steel. The thickness should be
.14"-.175" thick. On the website,
you can select the specifi c pattern
you like for your plane.
Bridle Joints at the Band Saw30
Unlock the versatility of your band saw by
using it to cut joinery. Here’s how to get
accurate results right from the start when
cutting bridle joints.
Shop Short Cuts32
Check out our shop-tested tips and techniques for solving your woodworking problems.
Rotary Tool Milling Machine34
Get more from your rotary tool by turning it
into a pint-size milling machine. This low-cost,
shop-built tool builds in the accuracy you
need for small detail work.
Updates
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Page 39: Main Illustration
The Fixed Jaw should have a dimension of (1" x 1 1/2" x 3 3/4").
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Page 40: Figure 11
The length of the threaded rod is missing. The callout for that rod should read: 3/8"-16 x 9 3/4" LH Threaded Rod w/Thin Hex Nuts & Washers.
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Page 36: Figure 1
The dimensions of the notch on the top edge of the Tool Platform are not given. The notch is 2" wide by 3 1/2" tall. All corners (inside and outside) are 1/4" radii.
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Page 40: Figure 11
The z-axis gibb on the left side has a part 'T', it should be a 'U'.
5 Keys to Choosing a Bench Grinder42
Looking for a bench grinder? These five keys
will help you choose the right one.
Setup Secrets from a Pro44
This basement shop has a lot of great solutions
for getting more from any space.
Joinery Made Simple: Offset Tenons46
Cutting offset tenons at the table saw is easy
with a tenoning jig and these handy tips.
Small Tools for Important Jobs48
The right tool makes any task easier. These
pocket-size options are worth a look.
Q&A50