Andy Beasley

Andy Beasley is a sucker for testing. Although he typically tries out tools and other products for Fine Homebuilding and Fine Woodworking, he recently took his testing to a new level. Trading in his paint-stripping gloves and respirator for a parachute, Andy conducted first-flight and aerobatic trials on a newly built experimental airplane. Andy and his wife, Peg, live in Colorado.

12-in. Miter Saw
June 6, 2013

New features include a large, readily accessible bevel-lock lever
Shopsmith- G2 Sanding Disks
October 25, 2012

Shopsmith G2 sanding disks come in eight grits ranging from 40 to 320 and all feature a wear-resistant, plastic film backing with an aluminum-oxide abrasive and an anti-clog coating.
Tool Test: Sanding Disks
September 29, 2011

Which brand cuts fastest, lasts longest, and leaves the best surface?
10-in. Sliding Compound Miter Saws
September 1, 2006

They're versatile, accurate, and reasonably priced
6497-6 Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

Milwaukee's sliding compound miter saw sports a number of useful features including an arbor lock for easy blade changing.
KGS 303 Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

Metabo's sliding compound miter saw is a sturdy, no-frills machine that features a soft-start motor.
LS1013L Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

Makita's sliding compound miter saw pairs superb cutting performance with innovative features.
C10FSH 10-in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

Hitachi's sliding compound miter saw performed well in our tests but it lacks some essential features.
90891 10-in. Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

Sold through Harbor Freight Tools, this low-cost miter saw leaves a lot to be desired.
4410L Sliding Compound Miter Saw
August 10, 2006

This dual-bevel miter saw from Bosch features a 3HP motor and a laser pointer

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