Tool Reviews

Tool: G0999 15″ Planer Shop Now Manufacturer: Grizzly MSRP: $1450 When I think of a benchtop planer, I’m reminded of Ryobi’s AP-10 “lunchbox” planer my grandfather had in his shop....

Tool: D6 HVLP System Shop Now  Manufacturer: Fuji Spray MSRP: $2299 (includes T70 HVLP Spray Gun. 1.8mm Air Cap Set, 19pc Spray Gun Cleaning Kit, Wet Film Gauge, “Always Measure”...

Tool: Folding Saddle Square Shop Now  Manufacturer: Woodpeckers MSRP: $59.99+ Making accurate marks is one of the most fundamental tasks in a wood shop, yet it can be quite challenging...

Tool: ETSC 2 125 Random Orbit Sander Shop Now  Manufacturer: Festool MSRP: $598 (kit includes sander, 2x 4Ah batteries, charger, dust bag, edge guard, and Systainer) If you’ve been reading...

There are a handful of tools I like to keep on me at all times—most of which live in my shop apron. Since I split my time between my home...

Tool: Compass ST-1500 Sliding Table Shop Now  Manufacturer: Harvey Woodworking MSRP: $1579 There are some tools that, on the surface, appear exorbitant. Sliding tables (or sliding table [...]

My small air compressor cycled so often during use that the noise almost drove me crazy. As much as I hated to spend money, it looked like a bigger compressor...

Tool: MortiseMate Loose Tenon Jig Shop Now  Manufacturer: Kreg Tool MSRP: $299.99 Kreg Tool, known for their innovations in pocket hole jigs, recently launched their new loose tenon joinery [...]

Tool: Micro Squares Shop Now  Manufacturer: Blue Spruce Toolworks MSRP: $64.99-$109.99 Having one or two really nice squares is essential in the shop. Being able to check parts for square,...

Tool: FitsAll Hose Kit with Bushings Shop Now  Manufacturer: Mullet Tools MSRP: $100 I was a bit skeptical when I saw the Mullet FitsAll Hose Kit. Not that it wouldn’t...

Tool: Mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter Shop Now  Manufacturer: Lignomat MSRP: $125 Knowing the moisture content of your wood before using it is important. If your lumber has been sitting...

Tool: Vampliers (Assorted Options) Shop Now  Manufacturer: Vampire Tools MSRP: Varies I think that there are certain tools that everyone owes it to themselves to own a nice set of....