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Low Vibration , High Quality Random Orbital Sander from Bosch

By Paul Mayer on Dec 08, 2011 | Rated 9.42

Thinking about a new sander? Bosch recently announced a new Random Orbital Sander, featuring swappable 5 and 6 pads and an innovative shock absorption design. Paul Mayer recently spent some time with one in his shop and reports his findings here. Read More »
Abrasive Cleaner Stretcher

By Dave Munkittrick on Jan 24, 2011 | Rated 8.67

Dave Munkittrick gives you a great tip on how to use those nubs of the abrasive cleaner sticks. Read More »
Master the Belt Sander

By George Vondriska on Nov 19, 2009 | Rated 9.6

Used incorrectly, a belt sander can ruin in seconds a project that you spent days building. George shares his tips for getting the most from your belt sander. Read More »
Bow Sander

By Jerry Seabaugh on Nov 03, 2009 | Rated 10

For those of you who collect home made sanding blocks or need to sand around corners and curves, check this out. Read More »
Supermax 37" Inch Drum Sander

By Dave Munkittrick on Oct 02, 2009 | Rated 10

This review will concentrate on the advantages a larger machine has to offer. Like George, I've used this machine in my shop for over two years, without a complaint from me or the machine. Read More »
Hand Abrasive Planer

By Dave Munkittrick on Aug 17, 2009 | Rated 0

Hand abrasives are easy to make and are very useful to flush up hardwood edging to a veneered surface, sand a table top, or flatten figured wood. Read More »
George's Top 5 Must Have Stationary Tools for Your Workshop

By George Vondriska on Sep 11, 2008 | Rated 10

I'm asked, all the time, "What's the first tool I should get?" My tongue-in-cheek answer is "A credit card with a high limit." But since people really do want advice on tool purchases, I've developed "George's Top 5 List." Read More »
JET 22-44 Drum Sanders

By George Vondriska on Sep 08, 2008 | Rated 0

Two new versatile, production-class sanding machines - the JET 22-44 OSC Drum Sander, and JET 22-44 Pro-3 Sander with Digital Readout - feature exclusive SandSmart variable feed control from 0 to 10 feet per minute. Read More »