Grizzly G0513X2 Bandsaw

Bandsaws | 2009-08-15 | No Comments

The Grizzly G0513X2 is a 17″ bandsaw and the second rendition of the popular G0513 (thus the “X2″). After experiencing two previous 14″ bandsaws, I was certain that the next upgrade would be to a more solid contender.

Basic A-Line It

Measure & Mark | 2009-07-19 | No Comments

The In-Line Industries Basic A-Line It is a great starter kit for the home shop, or occassional user. It’s been in my toolbox for 5+ years and though it’s needed infrequently, I’m sure happy it’s there. It’s a very simple setup consisting of only a few parts. Of those parts is a 1″ dial indicator with .001 precision (plenty for woodworking measurements).

AOSafety WorkTunes

Reviews | 2009-07-19 | One Comment

Few purchases in my shop has been so quickly obvious winners. Within a week of purchasing these I was wondering why I waited to long. Every tool in the shop is now more tolerable (from a noise perspective) and I am more productive (less environmental stress means I can spend more time in the shop).

OneWay Wolverine

Reviews | 2009-07-19 | No Comments

Looking to sharpen your lathe turning tools? If you’ve spent any amount of time researching the options, then you’ve surely come across the OneWay Wolverine setup. OneWay seems to really get it, and the Wolverine sharpening system is a good example of this.

Easy Rougher Ci1 & Ci2

Featured | 2009-07-16 | 3 Comments

If you are a wood turner and haven’t heard of the Easy Rougher Ci1 and Ci2, then you might just be living under a rock. These tools are offered by Easy Wood Tools and since making their launch in 2008 have really gained some momentum. These immediately became my tool-of-choice for most all roughing cuts involved in preparing bowl blanks. They are beautifully crafted, built with quality materials, and work BETTER than advertised. I can’t say enough … I’m in love.

CH Hanson Precision Ball Level

Featured | 2009-07-16 | 6 Comments

The tagline reads “Easier to read than a bubble” on the packaging … and with that we get a feel for what CH Hanson set out to accomplish with this new level design. You’ll be able to use this tool to set plumb, determine pitch, measure angles, and level. Made with an aircraft aluminum body, the ball level is light weight and rigid. The ball level looks like something one might find an airplane, I imagine, and if nothing else is cool to watch (watch out, the kids will want this one!)

CH Finish Nailer

Featured | 2009-07-16 | No Comments

If you’re like me you are used to seeing Bostich, Porter Cable, Ridgid, and a few other brands of pneumatic tools at the local home centers. And while most any of those would probably be decent and fair equivalents, it’s kinda exciting to see innovation in a nailer.

Pro-PM Ellsworth Bowl Gouge

Reviews | 2009-07-14 | No Comments

If you’ve been to your local woodworking store, or shuffled through one of the turning magazines, then you’ve certainly seen the sexy looking Crown Pro-PM black handled tools.  They stand out in a crowd and for good reason.   The Pro-PM tools are made from an advanced powder metal, then the molten steel is compressed and [...]

Empire Bladesaver

Chemicals & Finishes | 2009-07-14 | One Comment

This is one of the products that looks like it shouldn’t work … then suprises you. The Empire Blade Saver is a clear liquid and comes in a squirt bottle with a fairly cheesy graphic. Usually this is a sign that what’s inside doesn’t match what it says outside. Luckily, that’s just not the case with Blade Saver.

Boeshield Rust Free

Chemicals & Finishes | 2009-07-14 | No Comments

There are so many products on the market that remove rust it’s difficult to navigate the differences. From my experiences, the ones that work best often are harsh and the ones that you safely use don’t work so well. Until I found Boeshield Rust Free.