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Classic Woodworking: Episode 6, Projects and Plans

Live-Edge Coffee Table Plan

By Tom McLaughlin Jun 29, 2018

Build this elegant black walnut coffee table from episode six of Classic Woodworking. This spectacular coffee table has a waterfall end and a wood base that creates a cantilevered effect.

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grinner01 | May 01, 2019 02:41pm | #1
Very nice table Tom and thanks for the plan. In the episode where you built this you also mentioned a planning jig that you used to flatten the board with a router. I would LOVE to get the plan to make that planning jig. Any chance of that ?
TomMcLaughlin | Jun 25, 2019 04:06pm | #2
Thanks! Yes, I could connect you with info on building a jig like that. Easiest way is if you send me an email, [email protected]

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