Buying Advice: Woodworking Equipment & Tools

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Great Auto-Adjusting Clamp Solutions

Looking for cool clamping solutions for your shop? The new Automaxx clamps from Kreg are worth a look. They provide excellent clamping power and, amazingly, they auto adjust to varying thicknesses of stock. No fussing with the clamp capacity; just squeeze and go. Applications Kreg makes their Automaxx clamps in a variety of configurations. Whether… Read more »
George’s Tips on Impact Driver Tips

Buying a tip for power driving screws may seem like a no brainer but, like any tool, it pays to know what you’re getting and what you should be shopping for before making a purchase. This is especially true if you’re putting screws in with an impact driver. Impact drivers exert a lot of torque,… Read more »
Shop Dust Collection: Shop Vacuum vs. Dust Collector

Woodshop dust collection is a mysterious topic for many woodworkers, but we at WWGOA like to approach it in very simple terms that we can all understand. When contemplating woodshop dust collection, the first question that many woodworkers as is “Do I really need a dedicated dust collector? Can’t I just use a shop vacuum… Read more »
Top 5 Stationary Woodworking Power Tools for Beginners

Whether they’re just getting started, or have been involved with woodworking for a while, many woodworkers wonder what woodworking power tools they should add to their shop. The answer to this question can be subjective, and depend on what types of woodworking projects you commonly build, but George Vondriska is ready to provide you with… Read more »
Dust Right® Universal Small Port Hose Kit: Product Review

When I started working wood 35 years ago the power tools never came with dust ports. Those were the days of paper masks, clouds of dust and wading through shavings on the floor. Today, all sanding, shaping or cutting tools have built in dust ports. That’s a good thing. The bad thing is lack of… Read more »
What are Bandsaws Used For?

If you’ve been considering what tool to put in your shop next, and looking at the wide array of choices, you’ve probably wondered if you need a bandsaw, and what are bandsaws used for? We’re here to help you out by letting you know what kind of work bandsaws can do, which will help you… Read more »
Piranha FX by Next Wave Automation

Benchtop CNC machines have really taken the woodworking industry by storm. The Piranha FX from Next Wave Automation is a great example of innovation in the woodworking industry. It’s a CNC machine that is capable of cutting wood, plus plenty of other materials, AND it’s a laser engraver, AND it’s a 3D printer. XYZ travel… Read more »
Rikon Drill Press Review

Be honest. When you’re using your drill press, do you change speeds when you change bit diameters? If not, you’re probably getting poor hole quality if you run small bits too slowly, and taking the chance of burning up bits if you’re running large bits too fast. One of the great features of this Rikon… Read more »
Laguna Revo 18|36 Lathe: Product Review

Laguna recently introduced a new lathe to its product line: the Revo 18|36. This tool features a 2HP motor, variable speed control, and lots of neat features for both bowl and spindle work. Paul Mayer has put this lathe through its paces with many hours spent on a variety of turning projects, and shares his… Read more »
What is a Miter Saw Used For?

If you’re considering adding a miter saw to your shop, you might be saying to yourself, What is a miter saw used for? Does a miter saw offer enough benefits to make it worth the investment? What do I need to know about miter saws in order to make an educated buying choice? How do… Read more »