Jigs and Tools
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Using a Circle Cutting Jig
Sandor Nagyszalanczy demonstrates how to set up and use his circle cutting jig with a band saw or jigsaw.
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Five Practical Ways to Use Toggle Clamps
Top-mounted toggle clamps excel where other clamps fall short. Here are five situations where toggle clamps can save the day.
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Make a Thin-Strip Cutting Jig
You can easily and safely rip small parts using this table saw sled.
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Track Saw Reviews
Which of these six track saws edges out the rest for top honors in our test?
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How to Set Up and Use a Spokeshave
Configured like a small plane, a very sharp iron is essential for successful use of this versatile shaping tool.
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How to Use a Hand Plane: Grip, Stance and Motion
While a hand plane must be sharp and properly adjusted to work correctly, how a woodworker grips and stands while using the plane is important as well.
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Cleaner Cuts with a Miter Saw
Follow a few easy tips for crisper, cleaner miter saw cuts.
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Cutting Circles on the Band Saw
A simple shop-made jig for your band saw will have you cutting perfect circles in no time.
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Shop Vacuum Roundup
Design and engineering details make each of these shop vacuums unique. Which is the best vacuum for your workshop?
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Using a Marking Knife
Marking knives offer the most accurate means to scribe a layout line. They also cut through wood fibers, which often leads to a cleaner cut.
