Small Tools

After testing 6 top woodworking aprons, I’ve come to the conclusion that the Briteree Woodworking Apron is the best choice for hobbyist and professional woodworkers alike. How did I decide? Simple: I drew on my 25+ years of experience in heavy-duty woodworking projects (and what they taught me about safety and practicality), with a special …

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Deciding which metal glue to use is always harder than it should be. It is an essential tool in limitless applications and there are many glues in the market to choose from. However, based on durability, hold, and curing time, the best glue for metal is the J-B Weld 8271 Reinforced Epoxy. I’ve worked with …

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After putting 8 mini wood lathes to the test, I’ve found that the RIKON Mini Wood Lathe is the best option for beginner and intermediate users. My choice was rooted in my professional woodworking background, where I learned my trade, practiced on-site construction, and built countless outdoor structures using lathes, drills, kumiko jigs, and much …

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In the process of testing 9 different wood rasps, I’ve determined that the Shinto 9” Saw Rasp is the best of the best for both casual and experienced woodworkers. This was a careful decision, made using my 20-year history of outdoor woodworking projects, collaboration with professional construction businesses, and artisan woodworking as my personal guide. …

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After testing 7 of the best drill auger bits, I’ve concluded that the IRWIN WeldTec Drill Bit is the highest-quality auger bit for most woodworkers. Believe me, this was a careful and experienced decision! After my decades-long career in woodworking, where I’ve built furniture, filled screw holes, and drilled more wood openings than I can …

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Ever feel befuddled by the whole concept of Japanese woodworking tools? I don’t blame you!  Even though you see tools like the Japanese wood saw showered with praise and attention, you can’t shake the feeling that an aura of mystique surrounds these devices. An intimidating feeling for a beginner! In this post, I’ll try my …

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The best woodworkers have a Japanese wood saw in their toolbox. Asides from looking impressively fancy, these blades are efficient, versatile, and extremely handy. Owning one unlocks a new level to your woodwork artistry. Japanese wood saws are cheap – I mean, you can get a kickass Japanese wood saw set for the cost of …

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When a woodworker wants to take his craft to the next level, he invests in a kickass wood planer. Wood planers are advanced workshop tools for shaping wood, scraping off layers, and trimming wood. And, from their design, they were made to shave wood layers into new, smoother surfaces. Artisan woodworking will likely never go …

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Getting the perfect wood carving kit for beginners is no lightwork. First, you need unique tools to improve your precision and help you get a feel for the craft. But before you put all the good stuff together in one kit, you aren’t technically a beginner anymore. Wood carving isn’t just a profitable skill but …

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