rbsrig

All I can do is to echo what base been said by others. I have used this technique and ones similar to it for making notches in sticks using my table saw sled!
Just don't tell Steve Gast about it.
Woodworking is dangerous so is driving, especially here in Los Angeles, as is bicycling, climbing ladders etc.
As Sam Maloof once said, if someone had told him he "couldn't shape an arm using the bandsaw the way he did" we may never have seen his great art.
What you at Fine Woodworking must do is to be careful to "not endorse" the method. I see nothing wrong with informing people that certain experienced woodworkers use this technique.
As far as Mr. Safety is concerned, I disagree strongly. What the magazine needs to emphasize, is that people should not work with tools beyond their personal level of experience or comfort. Don't withhold the information.

I agree with others. The tools in the list have been covered many times. How about dust collectors, drum sanders, and hand tools such as router planes, rabbit planes, marking guages and a comparison of sharpening stones.

My heartfelt condolences to the Maloof family. This truly unique man was a real national treasure, both as an artist/craftsman and a person. He will be sorely missed by those of us who believe that craft should be shared, that there should be no secrets. He inspired me to try woodworking 30 years ago when I saw his work and learned that he was "self taught."

My wife and I had the opportunity to meet him years ago and then again just before his 91st birthday. He was just as enthusiastic at 91 as at 61! Indeed, one Saturday after we took a public tour of the house, I spotted Sam and Beverly taking a walk around the property. I shouted to him to ask a question. That lead to an 85 minute personal tour of the shop, his wood collection and a discussion of his views of the world and art. We shall miss him as if he were a member of our own family!
Bob Blum