What Tools Do You Need to START Woodworking? Beginner Woodworking Tool List
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 พ.ค. 2024
- I get asked pretty often about the tools that are necessary to start woodworking, so I decided to make a video to help you guys out! Hopefully this is helpful!
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"I bought this for myself as my 10-year anniversary" - I like this logic... I have some talking to do with my wife.. LOL!
Ha! Good luck! 😂
"10 anniversary gift" exactly why she will be married for 10 more years.
Good luck.
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Reasonable
... and the last item on the list is:
- Buy a forest. It's a total game changer.
Your videos are so down-to-earth and practical. Thank you so much!
Love your videos!! So well done and explained in just the perfect amount of detail. Thank you for explaining the thought process behind your decisions.
no one ever talks about the maintenance and the struggles. they make out everything is super easy which is why i always thought i wasn’t good at something, or i was doing it wrong... so thank you for warning us about what to expect on the journey!
Glad you appreciate that!
Agreed. I love sharpening plane blades, but setting up the plane properly was in itself a side-quest.
if everything was super easy anyone would do it. working with wood takes paitence and skill for a quality outcome. You just dont start using a circular saw and expoect to be good with it dunce,
I have the same saw, set up in a combination saw and router station. It would drive me insane not being able to get clean square cuts until I spent a day properly aligning the blade and fence to the miter slots. Such a difference. And the fence on this saw is awesome.
@@kickassclone75 You just managed to screw up semantics, capitalisation, spelling, punctuation and grammar in 3 sentences and less than 200 characters. I'd applaud you for your efficiency, failing at practically every aspect of written English in typing out a message shorter than a tweet, but I feel like - all things considered - you'd benefit more from being alerted that you are, in fact, *the* dunce.
Love.... love.... love your videos! You always go into detail and make everything so easy to understand. And I love the editing, jumping from one section to the next.
This is the best “Introduction to Woodworking’ video ever. On point, concise, well-written script combined with the credible experience of a professional woodworker. Every aspiring artisan, or even anyone just interested in a home shop should see this. High school students should see this ion shop class. Fabulous. Thank you for your ideas.
So awesome to hear. Thanks!
Fabulous. Get over yourself.
That is what I was going to write!
100% And I've watched many (without ever starting, the most important part!).
I just finished building the handrail on my deck th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z and used this great little router to clean up the top rail before the final sanding and stain. It was light weight but packed lots of power. Either size battery didn't seem to make it top heavy and I'm a 64 yr old women so I really appreciated how easy it was to use...................... CORDLESS only way to go !!
Cordless has a long way to go. Saws, routers, sanders are all far better corded. Techs not there yet.
It shows how much you love your craft, very inspiring and valuable content
I'm learning more from like 3 days of watching your videos than in any others I've watched before.
Really enjoyed the video. Your style of presentation makes the video both informative, and encouraging .
You explain things so we’ll! So glad I found you. Great explanations and vibrant personality. Thanks so much!
Hi, Tamar. I really enjoy your style of instruction. I've been woodworking on and off for about 20 years now, but still pick up new tricks from videos like yours. In case no one's mentioned it, your Dewalt 745 has been replaced by the model 7491, which is an improved version. It still has all the features of the 745, but also some changes /improvements. I have very little space in my 1-car garage, so the 7491, with its folding stand, was a great choice. I've been using it for almost 6 months now, and am very pleased. It's not a SawStop 5hp cabinet saw, but for what it is, it's pretty good. Keep up the good work.
For remilling bandsaw + what ever sander you can afford makes sense on the lower budget , but the comments about bandsaw+ thickness planer or electric handheld planer vs going full blown jointer were spot on.
Incredibly useful. Invaluable to learning how to DIY stuff around the homestead and sort out my expenditure on projects. Easily one of the most concise and informative vids I've seen. Thank you!
This is a "must see video".
You are a awesome teacher! 😁
Thanks for sharing everything you know... about these things.
Good summary! It is amazing how fast and easily tools can be accumulated. I think I have 15 saws kicking around! I can relate to the point on maintenance, particularly of table saws. I had bought a cheap table saw about 7 years ago, and have struggled with it being stiff to raise the blade, even braking the handle once. I frequently took it apart and cleaned the slides, often with wax, which worked great short term but not long term. Last time I went to use it to trim legs off a bench for my SIL I raised the blade up to check if it was square (I don't trust the markings 100%) and as the blade reached the top it crashed down. It turns out the threads in the aluminum bracket holding the motor had worn away, and I don't trust the drawings in the manual enough to order a replacement. So I decided to upgrade and picked up a new Bosch contractor's saw today.
Since I found your channel I have been binging on your content. Absolutely love it all. Also, hats off to you for such great video editing as well! Keep pumping out these treasures!
Thanks so much! So awesome to hear
I left a comment yesterday about being glad that one your your videos popped into my feed. You are truly gifted in your teaching ability. It simply amazes me how many things you mention that others not only don't, but the thoughts would never enter into their realm of thinking. Keep up the great work. I work in IT and listen to your videos in the background while I work all day. Your woodworking videos have replaced all the "doom and gloom" of the talk radio that I used to listen to, and the added plus is that in greatly increases my woodworking skills.
Well done, and the best smile as well. Stay safe and keep creative!
I finally, 6 years in, bought a track saw after realizing how much sheet material I was cutting down with a circular saw and how long it took to setup a fence properly to get a good cut. I was IMMEDIATELY gratified at the time and headaches saved. But I also think I bought it at the right time. Learning to solve my problems with a stripped down tool taught me a lot along the way (something I think you touch on on another video). I guess the advice I add is, buy something when you REALLY understand why you want it and what it will do for you and you will never have a tool collecting dust. Thanks for the great video!
I love this video! A lot of topics really connected with me. I’ve been a web engineer for many years but have recently got into wood working. Your starting path seems to have mimicked mine. Many thanks to people like you, it’s jumped started my tangible projects. I think you are really talented and I love your comment about “when I first started, I just wanted to build stuff” ❤️
Glad you appreciated it!
THANK YOU! Learned so much & very helpful 👍🏽
Open my eyes to new possibilities, thank you.
As always, your videos are just wonderful to watch. You are so cheerful, humble, and accessible in your tutorials. On top of that, you are not shy to share your mistakes and film with just the right amount of humor and encouragement. And how you reply to all of these messages is simply beyond me.
So awesome to hear! It’s a lot of work. Ha
Those are my feelings exactly also. Not that your content isn't excellent, but your style breaks many barriers.
I have been watching beginner videos for a few days now, and you’re the only person that addressed PPE at all.
👍👍👍
You are a pleasure to listen to :) You speak clearly, have a great personality and explain things very well. My new favorite woodworking channel. Great job! Also liked your transition into each new tool/topic... the kneeling, turning or stepping into view from the side, etc. 🙂
I like that she doesn't waste time and jumps right in. Definitely going to bookmark this for later reference.
"I hate the jigsaw" - made my day! :)
It’s the worst.
I don't hate the jigsaw. You just have to be aware of it's limitations. I did hate the Craftsman jigsaw I had. I couldn't get a decent cut from it because it bounced and vibrated the work piece so badly that I couldn't see my cut line. I bought a Makita jigsaw and it made all the difference in the world. Then I made a bench top table for my jigsaw. Check out the Dan Pattison TH-cam Channel ( th-cam.com/video/FwgrH6WnYco/w-d-xo.html ). I don't use it every day, but when I do, I don't cringe at the thought of picking up a jigsaw, especially since I don't have a band saw.
@@KSFWG Thanks for the link! I had no idea the jigsaw could be used that way. :)
@@Rhyzal_ You are welcome ! :)
@@Rhyzal_ You could search TH-cam for jigsaw table and find other woodworkers that have built similar tables but with more support for the blade. Check out JSK-koubou th-cam.com/video/wFnbcOLF4qU/w-d-xo.html
I love the transitions.. pretty creative. In lieu of a table saw, I strongly recommend the track/plunge saw. I have the Kreg ACS with a second separate Kreg horse and add on 2x4 extension that allows you to easily support and rip 4x8 sheets and smaller. Well worth the price and portability too.
I agree. My track saw, purchased after the DeWalt job site became my most used tool
Absolutely this. With a rail square and repeat cut guide, a track saw can do basically everything a table saw can do. I'd say a track saw, drills, and router are probably the best overall purchases. Get a table saw later if you find you have room and need the speed/ease of repetition it provides. As an added bonus, the guide rail from the track saw is a great, long straight edge for verifying things are straight/flat.
If you work mostly in sheet stock, sure I suppose.
My table saw spends over half its time wearing a dado stack, making dados, grooves and rabbets.
I don't know if a track saw can achieve precise miters in smaller workpieces the way a table saw can. Cut me a wraparound grain jewelry box with a track saw.
Just came across your videos today. I love the energy and the fun transitions. They keep me laughing while learning some cool tips, tricks, and all around good advice. Thanks for taking the time to pass on your learnings.
Awesome to hear! Thanks so much!
Un excelente video lleno de ideas y recomendaciones, muchas gracias por compartir, ciertamente era uno de las personas que se preguntaba qué sierra usabas, Gracias nuevamente 👏🏻👏🏻
“Ripped the rounded edge off a 2x4...” - I remember that exact feeling. So happy with my tablesaw! Still waiting on getting my router...
I like the emphasis you put on getting the tools you need for your next project; as well as, getting the tools for working the way you like to work.
Hahha it was such a good feeling! Glad you liked it
I have an idea for your chair. Glue shims between some of the back support pieces until the desired shape is achieved. I think you should get a working chair in the shape you want before attempt make another. That way you can keep track of the added material and add that to the math for the initial rips.
Most useful channel I found so far, I’m kind of amazed! Thank u and congrats
You are an amazing teacher, your video is so much helpful you explain everything in detail thank you so much
Love your channel and think you do a great job of bring concepts that may seem complex to those just getting into woodworking into something understandable.
A few places I would differ with your list (I had a shop up until about 10 years ago accumulating about the same equipment you have now, selling the equipment because of a move but just getting back into woodworking now) is instead of a regular circular saw, think I would go with a track saw. Reflecting back on my experience when just getting into woodworking, I was frustrated with quality of cut coming off the saw learning only a little later that I had to purchase a different blade, and only after research finding out which one. Additionally, using the factory edge of plywood (or whatever) I found to not necessarily be straight sometimes having voids or indents throwing off the cut. Lastly, even when I purchased a good straight edge for my saw, I still had to pay attention to the cut because based on what was going on with the board (even sheet goods) the saw can wander a little not providing what I was looking for.
Basically, I felt I could not even cut a straight line (at least a straight as I wanted) even after spending additional money on a blade(s), straight edge (or straight clamp(s)) and lost material that could have been directly put into a track saw today absent the initial frustration while getting most of the versatility of a common circular saw. In fact, a decent track saw may be all the saw you will ever need as modern track saws can be very precise. I suppose I'm saying a track saw could of minimized or eliminated much of the early frustration at about the same cost being very useful moving forward.
Not really a "tool" but in the spirit of avoiding frustration, I would say get a good work bench if you don't already have one. For doing hand related work or cutting down pieces at a work bench with some good clamps can go a long way toward eliminating early frustration.
As another early tool I would say purchasing a decent Portable Oscillating Spindle Sander should be in almost anyone's kit, as the machine can be carried to the work piece, mounted on a table, or placed in a table mount.
Lastly, if someone would whisper in my ear doing it all over again I would go straight to a doweling jig using something like a Dowelmax or Jessem jig, avoiding the whole butt joint with screws, and pocket screws (yes, useful. But, in more narrow cases) finding the ease, precision, alignment and lack of glue-up frustration being a complete game changer. For doing edge glue-ups or panel glup-ups, just made things sooooooo much easier.
Anyway, some two cents. Great work, look forward to the rest of your journey.
Very useful addition. Thanks.
For my 'bush carpentry' I use circular saw, 4 + 8' straight edge, table saw, cordless drill, belt sander,
many hand tools.
Re-mill lots of wood on my table saw.
Great video, thanks for sharing!
If it works! Awesome
Another great video! Thanks Tamar. It was helpful that you went to each tool and explained when or why you should get it rather than just talk about your top 5 tools like many channels do. This really had a lot of great information. Love the content!
So awesome to hear! Glad you found it useful!
I absolutely couldn’t get started without a speed square…essential. I really enjoy your videos.
Excellent. I think an oscillating tool is also super useful (you can quickly make traditionally difficult cuts) and relatively safe . I also use a 4.5in Dewalt 20v saw. It's easier to handle than a 7.25 saw but can still cut through 2x4 lumber. Cabinetmaker since 2002.
I love how you 'slide' into the frame to start off your videos
Ha. Glad to hear
Great video!
I got a good idea from the first 2 minutes (your DIY Square for circular saw), thanks a lot!
You're an intelligent, energetic and good teacher.
Although I'm not a DIYer (I just want to solve problems which in my home), but I do like your video. Your video is clear, concise, fast (in action and speaking) and full of your experience (and intelligence).
Thank you for being so detailed! 🙌
Thanks for this, Tamar. I have many of the tools in the beginning of the video. I think the best advice you gave is acquire the tools you need for a particular job. My next purchase is going to be a bandsaw. Just a tabletop version. My rabbit hole is soo deep, I may end up on the other side of the globe!! haha. Thanks again! :)
Haha! Just don’t get the Ryobi.... i had that one and it was not good
My first set of tools for my early woodworking projects was a handsaw, a hammer and sand paper :)
And 1" putty!
And nails.
I love the transitions too and the walk in and stoop down into the camera frame is great.
Perfect Video for beginner to get knowledge. loved it
Great video Tamar! I've seen many of these before but the arguments you presented for why and when each tool comes in were the most solid and well thought out so far.
A few notes for any beginners watching this:
1. Regarding interchangeable batteries within a brand of power tools, keep in mind that it's not *exactly* true - many brands have lines of tools at various voltages which will not be interchangeable. I recommend sticking to the 18v (sometimes marketed as 20v) line because they usually have the largest variety of tools.
2. Continuing that topic, consider which tools even need to be cordless. Corded versions are always more powerful and cheaper. A tool like a drill/driver definitely benefits from being cordless, but tools that need to be hooked up to a shop vac like a circular saw, router or sander, that benefit shrinks and most people will be better off buying a corded one.
3. If an air compressor is something you can use (given space and noise constraints) its an incredibly useful tool in the shop. Nail/staple guns, finish sprayers, and orbital sanders are all tools that work way better in pneumatic (air pressure) systems than electric. Just keep in mind that these systems do need some maintenance and care.
4. I can't stress enough Tamar's tip about getting a trim router that has an interchangeable plunge base. A trim router by itself has a very narrow set of uses, but with 2 bases you can do almost anything the big router would do, just slower.
5. Do not get fooled by "combination" tools, especially the miter saws with a "table saw" on top. They're inaccurate, dangerous, and have a tiny cut capacity that's no-where near as useful as a real table saw. Tamar's approach of a jobsite saw combined with jigs and outfeed table is the practical way to go on a budget.
All great points! I really regret not getting a plunge base fir my first trim router. And yes! I should have invested in a compressor. I still don’t have one. But I’ll have to get one soon
@@3x3CustomTamar I used to work a summer job at a real wood shop as a teen, and they had all the really convenient stuff like a giant sliding table saw and pneumatics and so on. Unfortunately, now I do my woodworking in an apartment, in a small room that is also my office and storage room, which means I can't have all of those toys, only handheld tools! So my trim router is also sometimes filling in for a table saw, a planer, and a drill press. Its such a versatile and fun tool to use.
And that entry with the squeaking sneakers!! Too great!
😂
The router was my gateway into woodworking too. In Junior High School shop when we edged the wood for a fundraising project desk set pen holders and then later a lamp I made I was mesmerised by the beautiful edging.
Thank you! I have NO idea where to begin in what saws to get for a few projects I want to do. I am just starting this woodworking journey!
I love your honesty🤣. I too hate the jig saw but sometimes it is just the best option.
Yeah. Sometimes it’s unavoidable. But the less than perfect cuts would have really bothered me if I would have started with it
I don't own a jigsaw, as I too hate the damn thing, but there are times where it would be the right tool for the job, so I might be getting one soon.
I thought I hated jigsaws until I got the cheaper Festool one recently and well I love it now. I won't touch my circular saw for doing lumber break down now.
@@Roct3874 I bet those are some really unsquare and rough looking cuts.
Depending on what I am cutting, I use either a crosscut sled, a circular saw and straight edge, or the tablesaw.
For example, I can't cut a full sheet of plywood on my tablesaw, so circular saw and straight edge it is. However, if I am cutting rough lumber to size for a project, then I normally use the crosscut sled.
I couldn't imagine using a jigsaw for anything but rough cuts, and trying to cut through thick lumber with one would take much more time than my crosscut sled or circular saw.
Where I run into problems is cutting anything with a curve. I simply can't do it without a jigsaw. That is why I will be buying one soon. Once I get a bandsaw, many of those cuts will be done there, so it will all but eliminate the need for the jigsaw.
I went from a black and decker (that made me think jigsaws were worthless) to a bosch. It made a world of difference. It's actually enjoyable to use.
Nice transitions with the speed ups.
Glad you like it
I love the speed up thing. I don't know why, but its cool!
yes, this is actually really good, keep doing this!
I love that she always seems to be rushing to the next scene to guide us
instaBlaster...
Thank you for this. I really enjoy your channel. You do a great job explaining your process on projects. I'm always amazed at all your creativity.
Awesome to hear
Very helpful video and enjoyed the logic behind the purchases
One thing to consider; if you plan to use a dust-collection device, which is highly recommended... then there is really no need to spend 2-3 times more for cordless (battery) powered tools, as your tools will be tethered with a vacuum hose anyway, and the power cord won't really matter. Your money would be better spent for 2x as many tools instead of cordless tools IMHO
I haven't quite started into woodworking/carpentry yet. (Hence why I'm here among other places online). However, reading this comment, I imagined someone walking from 3+ different places in the shop with a corded power tools and eventually tripping on the spiders web of extension cords to flip on the belt sander a and taking off 3-4 layers of forearm skin or something even worse. Yes, I understand shop safety is paramount and that one should coil extension cords after use just as we "should" do many things. In this light, maybe the added safety is worth three cost of buying certain cordless tools🤔..... And yet!..... 🧐 Perhaps one could buy 2x as many tools to start in order to make enough money to replace some of them with cordless battery options!🤓
@@SeanHayesParleys You can minimize this concern with some wire containment via hose cord clips (Rockler has some) or good ol' fashioned duct tape, and having an extension cord semi-permanently attached to the hoses. This way, you only need as many extension cords as hoses, and there is minimal clutter.
Fantastic suggestion, Markus. I'd started looking at it like this, but had never articulated the thought. Some tools, like the drill and impact driver, I can no longer imagine dealing with corded versions ever again, and some, like my circular saw, I wish I'd gotten cordless, but I no longer regret getting a corded random orbit sander for the very reason you stated.
Not for me. I am 70 years old and have bad knees. I left behind extension cords and crawling to reach electrical outlets and wouldn’t go back.
@@HDBoyWonder I hear you brother. I'm not 70 yet, but close behind you! And ditto on the bad knees. I've got two main work stations/tables... and I attached multi-plug elec-outlets to each (just fixed in place with some velcro) and a hook screwed on the back edge to coil the extension cables from the wall outlet; mounted at chest level. No bending or crawling around for this old timer. Unless I drop something. lol
You should make a mallet video. With your meticulous design and diy habits it would be great content to watch you build one. I’m curious to see what design and wood you use.
Maybe I will. Ha
Great video, this was the most comprehensive guide into woodworking tools for beginners I've seen so far! Thank you for making this video keep it up! 🤟😎
Thank you for this video. On point and great to hear about the tradeoffs depending on your personal needs.
You inspire me to wood working. I m planning to start by Dec 2021.
This month I received :
1) Bosch hand drill
2) Stanley hand planer
3) Stanley circular saw
4)DC circular sander
5) DC flat sander
6) ingco-F clamp x6
7) Combination angle
8) Bosch Angle Ginder
and on the way
9) Belmash SDR 2000+ ( compact table planer, saw thickneser, drilling, brush, and milling.
10) Makita 12mm router.
11) Black&Decker jig saw.
I m quite nervous for I never done carpentry.
I hope I can pull it with this.
Limited budget.
I started recently too and I think it's about finding project to do and planning a bit and just doing it. There are many videos and creators that offer helpful tips for using this or that tool or building x or y, but there's no substitute for doing it yourself. Go out and build some amazing things, Klitz! You got it. We're rooting for you!
Hey, I hope your woodworking has taken off as of 7 months ago! 👍
I'm curious about the Belmash multi-tool. The company websites show their main facilities are in Belarus with distribution (and probably manufacturing too) in Russia and Ukraine among other places. I'm guessing product support isn't exactly the easiest considering the language barrier along other things. How is it to use and are you able to use SAE measurements or is it strictly metric?
Thanks Tamar, really excellent video. Love your honest approach. I have been woodworking a while and pretty much agree with everything you stated. My only addition would be around quality. IMHO there is no substitute for that. If I was to start my tool purchases all over, I would absolutely focus on quality over quantity. My personal experience is that is better to buy right the first time. Think of the best version you can afford now then save up to buy the next best!! The number of times I have rushed out to buy the best I can afford only to find in a few months I wished I had the next best version is embarrassing to put it mildly!! Once again, thanks for the awesome videos you produce. Cheers, Mike.
Buy once, cry once 😂
This video was so easy to absorb. Fantastic pacing. You are a good teacher. Thank you for slinging this out into the universe for people.
Haha so glad you like it!
Great video, very useful and succinct. Enjoyed the kids tips, and the gradual progression approach for people as they develop their skills.
For me the planer is second only to the table saw, a combined planer/joiner is a great option to start with.
It's interesting to see how different people approach similar problems in their own ways with their own tools. I think the most important thing for someone who is starting is to be creative with the tools available to them rather than focusing on what you could do if you only had that tool.
And for drill press, there are smaller versions you just put a regular drill in, they work quite well for wood. I have one of those in my wood shop and 99% of the time that is plenty enough even tough I have a big drill press in the metal shop that I can just walk over to use if I needed.
Let's not forget the most powerful of them all, A subscription to Tamar!
Ha!
Or the tool that you need before using any other tool, your brain.
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What’s Tamar?
Wait I’m dumb that’s her name🤦♂️
Nice video Tamar! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us the newbies!
Glad you liked it!
Many thanks for this video.
This is exactly where a complete beginner needs to start. The tools and equipment!
Great advice Tamar. My Dad was a chippy (carpenter) and as a young teenager in the 70's I started to make things in my Dad's shed with very basic tools. We didn't have any fancy tools, I started with a hand saw, a hand drill, a square, hammer and nails, chisels, a file and sand paper, today it's a different story. As you say, It's almost impossible to give someone advice on where to start because it all depends on what you intend to make. Our forefathers had remarkable skills and have proven that you can make anything with basic tools, it's just so much easier and quicker now with what's available to us. Start with the basics and before long you'll be travelling down the rabbit hole and won't know where it stops.
It’s never going to stop. Ha
If you want to use hand tools to build a project in a few days be my guest! Powered tools are a game changer.
@@nateb9768 I hope you didn't misunderstand me Nate, I was simply saying that when I started there wasn't all the good stuff we have available today. Now days I rarely use a lot of hand tools if I can do it better and faster with power tools, particularly the awesome battery stuff. But as Tamar says, you will never stop buying tools because there will always be something new or better that saves us time or gives us a better result.
To start woodworking all you need is a hand plane, chisels and saw. That will get you started. If you want to do rough woodworking them chisels and saw will do the trick.
An excellent video, Tamar. Thank you. I love your comments about progressing with your tools as you progress through your projects. It's so easy to watch the multitude of youtubers and feel defeated because you don't have a big shop or lots of expensive, fancy tools. It's when I struggle that has always told me what to get next. If I had a nickel for every time I said, "why didn't I get this sooner?" hahaha
It is fantastic the way you explain about your projects, tools and tips. Congrats.
Glad you like it!
Tamar, do you have a track saw? I’ve seen some folks recommending a track saw vs circular and table saw. I have the Makita, and prefer it for straight line ripping and even jointing (no jointer yet), but still prefer the table saw for regular ripping or crosscutting when my miter saw won’t reach.
I have an old tiny table and corded circular saw. I don’t love them and I was thinking about getting a cordless track saw. I feel like the track saw will result in straighter cuts and be portable and maybe be safer. When I re-did my kitchen I ended up using my jigsaw a lot because it was cordless and quieter than the old circ saw. And I have a miter saw I use a lot. I’m about to need to rip sone boards to do some window casing/trim, so I’m thinking a track-saw might be the way to go. What do you think, random internet person (and/or Tamar)? Thanks!
I do have a tracksaw. And it’s great for plywood but you can’t do joinery with it like you can a tablesaw
I think a track saw is very useful for some things, but it can't replace either a table saw, or even a circular saw. I'd consider them a luxury tool, since they're about as expensive as higher-end jobsite table saws, but are more limited than either table saws, or circular saws.
@@adderjack4604 I haven't even heard of tracksaws before, I thought it is just a separately bought track for regular circular saw. And with circular saw you can make a lot of things with some effort, even dados are possible, although far from comfortable to make. Just cut two outermost cuts inside a dado with proper depth and move into inside cut by cut until you meet the other starting cut. Table saws are great but only if you have a place to store them - I do not, my garage is not big enough.
@@paweskarzynski8068 yeah, I know kreg makes a track that you can attach to a circular saw, so you can use it like a track saw. It might not be as precise, and probably takes more work to get the cut exactly where you want it, since it's designed to be used with many different circular saws, but it's probably not a bad option. I only have a circular saw, right now. I borrow a table saw that my former boss has left in the house he's building for my mom, when I need to use one. But, most of the time, I just use the circ saw, or my jigsaw, when I'm doing cuts that my miter saw can't do. My miter saw probably sees the most use out of any of them, really.
This comes a bit early for Christmas :)
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love your video! quite informative for an amateur like myself. I also like how organized your workspace is.
Glad to hear!
great explanation. I will thank you once i build something!
You zipping into the frame never gets old. Makes me laugh.
Ha! Glad you like it
Yes, it's a very Kramer-esque entrance.
Did I just hear you say "I bought this for myself for my 10th year wedding anniversary"? Every guy I know says that.... LOL
Haha yup.
Same convo is happening here. I gave my awesome wife a piano for our 25th in April, so maybe I’ll finally step up to a cabinet saw :)
Been a woodworker for a while now and I’m always interested to see what tools others suggest for new woodworkers. Really enjoyed how you explained how each tool is used along with which tools to have!
Glad you liked it!
this video is gold dust. So practical and links to other great vids of yours too. Great presenting style and you clearly know your craft. I really appreciate you taking the time to make this for my benefit. thank you.
So glad you liked it! Awesome
Me as a broke student: paper and pencil already expensive 😂
Yeah....
If you are a student you may be able to get access to a wood shop, depending on where you go to school. There are few shops as well equipped and maintained as a school shop.
maden. For decades, no centuries, carpenters used hand tools. With a few simple, inexpensive ones, you can make tons of enjoyable, functional stuff. Hand drill, saw, hammer, plane and more can be found either inexpensively or used. Go for it. I doubt any hand tools you purchase will go in the trash once you're able to upgrade to power.
Try spoon carving! A knife & strop are cheap. Green wood from storms and yard cleanup is usually available for free.
Go to community college, it’s cheaper.
Now on dust collection just as I was thinking it was the missing essential item. Take it from an old man who thought like all my generation and regrets it - think dust extraction, mask, goggles, vibration-proof gloves, vacuuming up dust that escapes the extractor, all from the start
Thank you Tamar for this, I have been expecting this for a long time. thank you for going the extra mile just to make it easy for beginners.
Glad you appreciate it!
I love your no nonsenses and enthusiastic approach to woodworking projects and tools. Your videos get right to the chase of an issue every time. And you draw us ordinary mortals in by laughing at your own mistakes. Thanks.
So awesome to hear! Thanks!
Great way to help the new people that want to start wood working. Having used and owned a lot of what you showed , I know that you did a nice job showing what you can do with , a skill saw, hand drill , and a sander.
So glad you liked it!
Thank you Tamar! Your videos are always informative and inspiring. I have a ShopSmith 510 woodworking multi tool. My father had always wanted one but never spent the money to buy one. I am just starting out in woodworking and appreciate all your advice. Looking forward to seeing your next video!
Awesome to hear!
Thank you for doing this video. Very informative and helpful. And, I'm going to share this with a friend who I think will really appreciate it as well.
Awesome
As great as you are at wood working, you are so good at these videos!!!! I just discovered you and I will be watching every video from here on out! Thanks :)
Passion combined with clear thinking can lead to good presentations like this. Really enjoyed it. Glad to know that you are preparing the next generation too.
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Good advice. Simple, without philosophers. Thanks.
Table Saw & Router are a must for me!! GREAT tutorial!!
Me too... thanks!
Tamar I subscribe to all the pro wood workers and I enjoy your videos the most and watch them multiple time. But also I learn the most.l from you. You teach from personal experience and have no ego. You are truly a blessing. Thank you for sharing!
So awesome to Hear!!
This was not only one of your best videos, but also one of the best videos on this subject on TH-cam! 👏👏👏
So awesome to hear
A lovely insight into your journey around your workshop tool purchasing and your guidance and thoughts on what tools options there are. You also covered the pit falls with progression to more mass production tools. Personallly my journey has only just begun. But if there is one thing I take from your video is with the right tool any custom made tool can be made to made the job easier!
Very watchable, thanks.
Glad you like it!
great videos. watched a lot of your videos so far, they're super helpful. Need one of those dowel jigs you have.
Thank you for this. Incredibly concise, informative and fun to watch. THANK YOU!!
Awesome to hear
Great channel! Super inspiring and informative. I am just starting out and I'm finding that these video along with trial and error are great teaching tools. Thank you!
Awesome to hear
You make wood working approachable as a hobby. Thanks making it simple and easy to understand.
Awesome to hear!
I'm just getting started out in woodworking and this helps a ton, thanks for sharing your knowledge! Definitely want to get a table saw, seems like the single most useful tool in a shop
It definitely opens up a whole new world if possibilities!
I yave just started carving and its so satisfying and makes makes me immensely happy.