Q: How do I ensure perfect positioning during my guide rail installation? "I made my own guide rails. It was a lot easier than I thought it would be. I have a question about my guide … [Read more...] about Table Saw Guide Rail Installation (Step-Down Spacing)
“Install: Straightforward And Simple…”
"I just got the fence installed and have been using it for only two days, but let me tell you of my experience. Install: Straightforward and simple, I installed on a Jet left tilt 3HP saw with 52″ … [Read more...] about “Install: Straightforward And Simple…”
“I Am The Proud Owner Of A VerySuperCool Tools T-Square”
"I am the proud owner of a new VerySuperCoolTools T-square and am using on a 1961 Craftsman cabinet saw. Many years ago I replaced the original with Craftsman’s Exact-I-Rip and lately it won’t hold … [Read more...] about “I Am The Proud Owner Of A VerySuperCool Tools T-Square”
“I Would Recommend This Fence To Anyone And Would Buy It Again”
I am a DIYer and I formerly owned an Incra Positioner but found the process to be too cumbersome when I needed to change my cuts.I saw this fence reviewed on Wood Whisperer and after much research I … [Read more...] about “I Would Recommend This Fence To Anyone And Would Buy It Again”
Sharpening Jig Video Review by Ron Vieck
THE ULTIMATE SHARPENING JIG VIDEO REVIEW by Ron Vieck, Ron's Woodshop NOV 28, 2013 … [Read more...] about Sharpening Jig Video Review by Ron Vieck
“I Recommended This Fence System To My Dad, Then I Got Jealous And Bought One For Myself”
"I recommended this fence system to my Dad, then I got jealous and bought one for myself. Neither of us are what you’d call seasoned metalworkers, and both of us had to build our own rail assembly. My … [Read more...] about “I Recommended This Fence System To My Dad, Then I Got Jealous And Bought One For Myself”
“It’s Just So Much Damn Fun Sharpening Again”
I love keeping my planes and chisels sharp and particularly restoring old tools that I’ve picked up cheap around the traps. When I saw your video on You tube I thought I would give the sharpening jig … [Read more...] about “It’s Just So Much Damn Fun Sharpening Again”
“My Favorite Tool In My Woodshop!”
"Took delivery on my jig yesterday, spent a couple of hours copying Allan’s jig for holding the diamond plates, (hope you don't mind Allan) and put this thing to the test. I just want to say this is … [Read more...] about “My Favorite Tool In My Woodshop!”
Welding For Woodworkers
Welding For Woodworkers will be an ongoing series of videos. Any time I post another welding video it will get tagged with Welding For Woodworkers and be posted on this site (as well as YouTube) for … [Read more...] about Welding For Woodworkers
“Plane Irons And Chisels Sharper Than They Have Ever Been”
"I’ll keep this short and sweet: I’ve used all sorts of jigs and sharpening techniques through the years. The VSC Tools Sharpening Jig combined with the DMT stones that Allan demonstrates in his … [Read more...] about “Plane Irons And Chisels Sharper Than They Have Ever Been”
Can Your Jig Hold 30 Degree Angle Skew Knives?
Q: Can I sharpen skew knives with a 30° angle? Hi Allan! I was a bit mistaken, it's not 50, but about a 30 grade angle. This is the optimal angle of our skew knives. Take a look on this photo … [Read more...] about Can Your Jig Hold 30 Degree Angle Skew Knives?
What About Sharpening Skew Chisel Type Blades?
Q: So, what about sharpening "skew chisel" type of blades, especially with quite big skew angle? I'm a cobbler and my knife is like your skew chisels, however its "skew" angle can be more, about 50 … [Read more...] about What About Sharpening Skew Chisel Type Blades?