This fence-straddling push stick was originally designed to fit a Biesemeyer fence, but it could be adapted to practically any fence fitted with auxiliary face boards, as shown in the sketch. For added convenience, I installed plungers made from coil springs and bolts to raise the push stick when not in use.

Bill Hatch, Greensboro, N.C.

This jig is designed specifically for making those steep angled cuts on the edges of long workpieces, as in making fielded panel doors. If you’ve tried sliding a wobbling workpiece vertically along the fence, while watching to make sure the tapered end doesn’t fall through the space in the saw insert, you’ll immediately recognize the advantages of this jig. With it, you can make a smooth, controlled, burn-free cut.

Dimensions aren’t critical, just make sure the jig slides smoothly on the rip fence. The face of the jig can be large or small depending on the size of the workpiece. It can be fitted with a vertical fence if needed. Just C-clamp the workpiece to the face of the jig, then slide the jig past the blade.

Alfred W. Swett, Portland, Maine

Fine Woodworking Magazine, April 1989 No. 75

Fine Woodworking Magazine, April 1989 No. 75

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