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Tool Test: Bandsaw Blades

We review nineteen 1/2-in. blades to find the fastest and smoothest

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Cutting It Close Safely
When cutting small workpieces on the tablesaw, you don't have to sacrifice safety for accuracy.
A Versatile Router Table
This economical design is capable of conventional, overhead, or horizontal routing
Build an Heirloom Tool Chest
This classic storage chest offers a lesson in efficient woodworking.
Simplified Three-Way Miter
A modern approach to a traditional Chinese joint creates striking corners on small tables and stands
The Mysteries and Magic of Cherry
A look at America''s premier cabinetwood
Spraying Basics
Select your gun, match it to the finish, and then practice the basic spray strokes

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Viscosity Conversion Chart
For proper atomization, you must check the viscosity of your finish with a viscosity cup and then adjust your spray-gun settings accordingly

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#169–Mar/April 2004

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Tool Test: Bandsaw Blades

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