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November 2014
ShopNotes No. 52
Adjustable Miter Jig
Knock-Down Workbench
Cherry Saw Handle
Chip Carving
Features
Jigs & Accessories
6 / Adjustable Miter Jig
This shop-made jig makes it easy to cut perfect 45° miters on a radial arm saw. It features a short and a long pair of fences for different length workpieces, an adjustable stop for consistent results, and a hold-down to make cuts safely.
In The Shop
12 / Radial Arm Saw Tune-Up
All it takes to improve the performance of your radial arm saw is a simple tune-up. We show you seven quick steps to producing smooth, accurate cuts.
Feature Project
16 / Knock-Down Workbench
Whether you use this plywood bench to build a woodworking project or a deck in the back yard, its three different clamping options are sure to come in handy. Once you complete a job, it only takes minutes to “knock down” the bench for storage.
Fine Tools
24 / Cherry Saw Handle
The graceful curves and the carved wheat pattern of this cherry saw handle resemble a traditional design. But to simplify the construction, we’ve taken a unique approach to fitting the saw blade into the handle.
Technique
28 / Chip Carving
You can add an old-fashioned accent to your saw handle by using a chip carving knife to make stems of wheat. With a little bit of practice and a few helpful hints, you’ll be chip carving like a pro in no time.
Departments
4 / Readers' Tips
Our readers offer their own shop-tested tips dealing with some of the most common woodworking problems.