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Looking Back: The Era of Manmade Machines
A generation of woodworkers overcame the high cost of machinery by building their own
A look back at some of the fascinating shopmade machinery throughout the history of Fine Woodworking, from wooden tablesaws to bandsaws, planers, and more.
Read the original articles that inspired our contributors:
(available for a limited time)
| • Shopmade Bandsaw | • Mortising Machine |
| • Wooden Jointer | • Shop-Built Thickness Sander |
| • A Wooden Tablesaw | • Shopmade Scroll Saw |
| • Shopmade Lathes |
Fine Woodworking Recommended Products
Milwaukee M12 23-Gauge Cordless Pin Nailer
This tool is designed for convenience. The battery and pins are easy to load, and the safety lock operates with the same finger you use to pull the trigger. The depth of set is adjustable, there’s a work light, and there’s a hook for hanging the tool on your toolbelt. A gauge lets you keep track of when you’ll need to recharge.
Freud Super Dado Saw Blade Set 8" x 5/8" Bore
Leaves a dado with a flat bottom and even performs excellent on plywood and melamine.
Rockler Dust Right 1250 CFM
You’ll need help to get this heavy unit onto its bracket, but if you’re looking for a central dust collector that won’t gobble floor space, this may be the unit for you.
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