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Paul Mayer is a guest blogger. He operates under the name "ToolMetrix" (because of his passion for detailed tool analysis) and his work can be found on his: YouTube Channel: (youtube.com/c/ToolMetrix) Instagram Feed: (instagram.com/ToolMetrix) Facebook Page: (facebook.com/ToolMetrix)
Tune Your Jointer for Peak Performance
By Paul Mayer on July 28, 2020

My jointer is one of the most heavily used tools in my shop. I use it for everything from face jointing rough stock, edge jointing to glue up panels,...

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Which Finishes are Best for a Cutting Board?
By Paul Mayer on July 23, 2020

Most woodworkers make a cutting board at one point or another. Some of us even get addicted to making these simple but beautiful accept pieces to...

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How to Make Easy DIY Curvy Inlay Cutting Boards on a Bandsaw
By Paul Mayer on July 16, 2020

Here’s a fun project that looks challenging and draws lots of accolades from customers and admirers, but it’s actually a pretty simple cutting board...

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Marking on Metal with a CO2 Laser
By Paul Mayer on July 9, 2020

So, you’ve picked up a CO2 laser, and engraved onto a variety of materials; perhaps wood, ceramic, maybe even leather.

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How to Turn a Goblet with Captive Rings
By Paul Mayer on July 9, 2020

A turned goblet with two captive rings is a traditional wedding gift in Irish culture. Turning a wooden ringed goblet or chalice is a VERY fun...

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Replacing Bandsaw Tires – Easier Than You Might Think
By Paul Mayer on June 30, 2020

Bandsaw tires are an important contributor to the performance and precision that you expect from your bandsaw.

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Slicing Logs into Lumber on your Bandsaw
By Paul Mayer on June 25, 2020

Every time I hear about a tree that has to come down in my neighborhood, my immediate thought is “cha-ching!” because chances are good that I will...

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