A quick impromptu discussion about the differences between the Festool OF1400 and the OF2200 and which one I prefer.

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This hall table project comes all the way from the land down under and is submitted by Carl. The structure is reminiscent of a bridge and its a form that works well for this piece. And although the offset drawer begs the question, “Why?”, I believe there is a very simple answer: “Why not?”. Let’s [...]

Finally, a thorough look at my new digs. With any luck, I can make my 3-car garage a comfortable place to produce great projects!

My review of the DeWalt Tracksaw and a comparison to the Festool TS saws.

MP3 Status Report: Where have we been for nearly 2 months?!?!?! Marc gives a Gadget Station update and talks about the “project hump”. Matt announces that his next project will be a bedside table for Madison. Around the Web: Working Wood by Tom Fidgen Luthiercast Upholstered Chair Project Video News: Final Cut sawblades. Amana’s In-Tech [...]

This week’s shop belongs to Mike, let’s check it out: Here are a few shop pictures, we finished it’s construction about 6 months ago. It is about 1400sf inside and has a 200a service to it. I have a 10hp three phase converter as well. Building it allowed me to carefully place outlets, lights, fans [...]

A quick look at the Festool MFK700 and the new Multi-Function Table.

Download MP3 Topics: April is turning out to be a very busy month with lots of travel. Marc recently attended the Festool Grand Opening event. Matt went to a Lie-Nielsen tool seminar/demo last weekend. Improper safety techniques in a woodworking class. The announcement of the first annual Woodworker’s Safety Week (May 5th – May 9th). [...]

Download MP3 Topics: Kaleo Kala’s visit to Marc’s shop, “The Schwarz”, woodworking classes, Lie Nielsen’s backorder, new tools from Festool and Powermatic, Forstner bits without spurs, and milling lumber with only a planer and a router table. If you want to leave us a voicemail: 623-242-2450

Which should I get first, a dedicated dust extractor or a cyclone?

I just got back from one of the coolest training sessions I have ever been to and I thought you might like to hear about my little adventure. As you probably know, Festool is one of the sponsors of our show. Being a fan of Festool tools and an admirer of those who owned them, [...]

Shop tour and tips for setting up your own small or large shop.