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Learn more about a few European-style hinges that can come in handy for tricky situations.
European hinges, like those on page 10 of ShopNotes No. 88, can help solve difficult problems. You’ll find many of these hinges readily available from hardware and woodworking suppliers. I found the inset and 270° wraparound hinges at McFeely’s. The face frame and zero protrusion hinges came from the Woodsmith Store. The Silent Close hinges came from Wood Technology. Clip-mount options are available for most types.
Is a patternmaker's vise the ultimate workbench accessory? Learn all about it and then you decide.
A patternmaker’s vise like the one featured in the article on page 12 of ShopNotes No. 88 can really add versatility to your workbench. You’ll find these vises available from a number of manufacturers. The vise (168040) we used came from Highland Hardware.
The secret to this panel saw is the unique sliding carriage for your circular saw that allows you to accurately cut full-size sheet goods -- whether you're crosscutting or ripping a sheet to size.
You’ll be able to get almost everything needed to build the panel saw on page 16 at your local hardware store or lumberyard. But there are a few pieces of hardware you’ll probably need to order to complete the project. The 48" T-track (21753), the 5/16" cam clamp (58244), the 5/16" x 1" T-bolts (33965), and the 5/16" x 1" knobs (34121) came from Rockler.
The toggle clamps (213-U) and the 4' (331276) and 12' (331272) selfadhesive tape measures came from the Woodsmith Store. Similar tapes are available from Starrett.
You can create rock-solid mortise and tenon joints on your router table -- with nothing more than a straight bit.
It's difficult to combine quick and easy hardware storage with portability. These stacking hardware totes give you both.
The wood and hardware you need to build the shop totes on page 28 of ShopNotes No. 88 can be found at your local hardware store or home improvement center. But you’ll need bins to go inside the totes to organize and store various items. The bins I used were small storage bins (Model 30210) made by Akro-Mils. These bins are also available from the Woodsmith Store.
Adding a decorative touch to metal surfaces is easy with this simple technique.
Using the metal jeweling technique on page 30 of ShopNotes No. 88 adds a customized look to the metal parts of any project. The 3/8" x 6" medium grit cratex rod that was used to make the pattern shown on the plane in the article came from Tool Crib.
You can also get an “engine turning kit” (080-558-101) that includes many of the items you need. The kit I used came from Brownells. You’ll find ordering information below.
The heirloom-quality of this shoulder plane is easily seen in the solid brass sides dovetailed to the steel sole. But it's the micro-adjustable depth of cut that will have you using it again and again to fine-tune the joinery on your projects.
A shoulder plane you build yourself, like the one on page 32 of ShopNotes No. 88, will become an heirloom and a great addition to your shop. To build the plane, you’ll need some hardware and metalworking tools.
First, you’ll need low-carbon steel (9517K16), brass sheet material (8956K44), and a small brass rod (8859K155). You’ll also need a scribe, layout dye to mark the lines on the metal, and metal files to work the material. I was able to order all of these items from McMaster-Carr. The #410 Clifton plane iron I used came from Highland Hardware. The brass lamp shade extender I used for the adjustment knob was picked up at a local hardware store.
Working with metal isn't all that difficult. These tips and techniques will get you started.
What's the perfect location for a workbench? Find out what to consider before you decide.
We'll show you a simple table saw technique for bending plywood into a smooth curve.
Protecting your hearing is a must. Here's what you need to know to do it right.
Hearing protection devices, like those on page 48 of ShopNotes No. 88, are a safety requirement in any shop. You’ll find many types of ear plugs available at most home centers. The foam ear plugs (25R01.01), Express plugs (22R17.05), and the Airsoft Plugs (22R72.50) all came from Lee Valley.
To get the ZEM hearing protection unit (Z01RE0100) you’ll need to order it directly from SensGard. You can find contact information below.
I was able to order the Noisebuster electronic, noise-cancelling ear muff (Model PA4000) from Pro Tech Communications. You can use the contact information below to order these hearing protectors.
