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1 commentWelcome to Tool Heaven: Our editors report live from the showroom floor of the 2010 International Woodworking Fair.
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IWF alert: Machine-setup gauge is the best we've seen
2 commentsThe Betterley Una-Gauge uses a dial indicator like lots of other similar gauges, but the ingenious attachments and $200 price tag are what make this a standout.
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CNC is Knocking on Your Shop Door. Will You Answer?
49 commentsFour tool makers have introduced CNC machines sized for the small shop. They're cool, but do they make sense in a hobby or small professional shop?
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IWF Alert: Rikon 16-inch bandsaw has big-saw capacity at a small-saw price
Rikon's 10-336 has 12-inches of resaw capacity, the ability to run on 110volt power, and double roller guides. It's small enough to fit in nearly any shop but serious enough to provide big-saw ability.
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IWF Alert: Router dust collector does the job on the cheap
3 commentsInexpensive router dust collector is a snap to install and allows bit changes with the collector in place.
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IWF Alert: 12v drill combo is best deal at the show
Porter-Cable is offering a 12v lithium ion drill/impact driver combo for $139. I can't imagine much in a woodshop that these tools won't handle.
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IWF Alert: Little Bosch drill is a sweetheart
The new Bosch PS-31 12-volt drill-driver has a bigger drill's chuck and clutch, packed into a size that is bound to be handy in any woodshop.
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IWF Alert: DeWalt's little router is a show-stopper
7 commentsDeWalt's new trim router comes with a plunge base with built-in lights for inlay work. There is nothing like it on the market.
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IWF Alert: Video: New Rikon jointer/planer is a quick change
4 commentsRikon's 12 in. jointer/planer combination machine has big capacity and faster turn over. Watch contributing editor Rollie Johnson review its highlights.
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IWF Alert: Oneida's new cyclone is a smart heavyweight
2 commentsThe latest Oneida cyclone is big and smart. It modulates its power automatically for increased efficiency for any size hose or port.
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ABOUT TOOL ADDICTS
If you enjoy woodworking then you probably also suffer from an addiction to tools. Whether you collect hand planes or seek out the latest and greatest in power tools, our expert tool addicts will keep you in the loop with news, reviews, and commentary on the latest in woodworking tools.
New: Don’t miss posts by contributing editor Roland (aka Rollie) Johnson. Over the year’s Rollie’s tested countless tools for the magazine. His fascination with motors and gears goes beyond woodworking, he's also an enthusiastic hot-rodder who likes to restore old cars, and is the author of Automotive Woodworking (Motor Books International, 2002).
Contact us: Keep us in the loop on tool news or ideas for this blog. Email the editors at fw at taunton.com or “tweet” Rollie via Twitter at https://twitter.com/Toolwriter.
