ShopNotes #23 1995-09-01

September 1995
Issue 23

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Table of Contents

Saw Blade Storage4

Protect and organize your valuable saw blades with this handy storage cabinet.

Turning with a Spindle Gouge6

This versatile turning tool can do it all -- from roughing out spindles to shaping decorative coves and beads.

Shop-Made Mallets8

Two tradidtionally designed shop mallets that can be turned with just a spindle gouge and a parting tool.

Selecting Hand Tools10

What are the most practical hand and portable electric tools for the small shop? Here's a look at our top picks.

Random-Orbit Sanders12

Our three-man testing team offers suggestions on which palm-grip random-orbit sander is best for you.

Sabre Saw Table16

A simple table and a unique adjustable arm convert your hand-held sabre saw into a precision cutting tool.

  • Page 17: Hardware List
    The three 3/16" items (machine screws, flat washers, and lock nuts) should instead be 5/16".
  • Page 21: Figure 9
    The 3/16" x 1" Rh machine screw should be 5/16" x 1". The 3/16" washers and lock nuts should also be 5/16". The slot shown in detail 9a should be 5/16" wide instead of 3/16" wide.

Dowel Joinery22

It's easy to make strong, accurate dowel joints with just an electric drill and one of our simple shop-made jigs.

Lumber Storage Tips24

Here's a collection of our favorite lumber storage tips.

Varnish26

A hard, durable finish for your special projects.

New Products27

TapeMate, Veritas Brass Insert Knobs, and Nobex Squares.

Shop Solutions28

Six shop-tested solutions from our readers.

Buying Lumber30

A step-by-step approach to buying hardwood lumber.

Scenes from the Shop32