Issue 316
Issue 316
It’s Go Time
I am not even sure how I am making time to write this editorial. Having completely ignored the imminent approach of Christmas in recent weeks, I have — as of now —moved into “woodworking shop ninja mode.” Tools are humming and woodchips are flying and any unimportant distractions, like work, personal hygiene or food, will just have to wait. The cacophony of sounds accented by loud, colorful exclamations resounding from within the walls of my shop should serve as a reasonable warning to anyone considering stepping across the workshop threshold — but to avoid any possible confusion, let me just say it plainly: GO AWAY, I AM BUSY.
Now … What was I just doing?
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
What's In Store
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Rockler State Park Signmaking Template Kits
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware’s new State Park Signmaking Template Kits interlock like puzzle pieces to keep letters aligned and properly spaced.
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Laguna MLA10X16-1/2-0130 Revo 10×16 Mini Lathe
Laguna’s MLA10X16-1/2-0130 Revo 10×16 Mini Lathe is a part of their new line of Revo Lathes
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Flexy Cord Extension Cords
The Flexy Cord™ line of extension cords are designed to be tangle-proof and kink-proof, using material with “memory” that retracts the cord back to its original length
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Kapex 120 Sliding Compound Miter Saw
The saw features a rail forward design which increases precision and creates a compact footprint while preventing head play for accurate cuts.
Tricks of the Trade
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Make Your Own Infeed or Outfeed Tables
Now I have a large surface to accept any size stock.
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Easy Scroll Saw Blower
Unfortunately my scroll saw does not have a blower attachment.
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Alternative Glue-Up Workbench Covers
I have read several variations of using waxed paper when doing glue-ups to keep the glue from winding up where it’s not wanted.
Today's Woodworker
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Eric Manigian: Operating Under Japanese Influence
Eric Manigian has found his creative style heavily influenced by his experiences in Japan and with traditional Japanese tools and practices.
Q & A
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Will Sandpaper on My Table Saw Jigs Dull the Blade?
Is the abrasion minimal where the benefit of the piece not slipping offsets any additional wear?
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Why Are My Mortising Cuts Leaving Burn Marks?
When I try to mortise a 3/8 or 1/2 inch x 1/2 or more inch deep, I burn and ruin my bit. I have tried different speeds but no luck.
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Can I Put a Resin-laden Oil Finish Over a Drying Oil?
If we used an oil product like the ones mentioned above, would it be possible to put a final coat (or 2 or 3) of resin-laden oil on top of the drying oil to get the water, scratch resistance, and stain protection?
Industry Interviews
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Festool’s Support Key to Satisfied Tool Owners
Festool sees things differently in terms of its approach to end-customer satisfaction: buying the tool is just the beginning.
Feedback
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Birthday Wishes, Woodworker Admiration and Removing Old Paint
After last issue’s eZine, which included questions in our Q&A section on true lumber sizes as well as removing old cabinet paint, we received responses from readers who wanted to share their own experiences in both of these areas.
Reader's Project Gallery
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Wooden Fish Tank
This is a fish tank. Everything is recycled wood. It is 27″ by 22″ by 10″. Clownfish, butterfly fish, seahorses, tang fish, grass coral starfish, snail.
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Entrance Table
I built this entrance hall table for a friend. The material is solid 3/4-inch oak from an old church pew. The project included several different types of joinery.
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Round Red Oak Table
Table made from red oak.
