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Episode 104: 8 Band Saws, 5 Radial Arm Saws, 2 Milling Machines…

Making It · 13 Jan 2017 · 1h 11m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the burden of owning too many tools, with Jimmy listing his inventory of lathes, saws, and compressors while Bob details his efforts to declutter his shop. The conversation explores the psychological drivers of accumulation, including inheritance, marketing, and the desire to emulate successful creators, contrasting this with the practical need for specific equipment like multiple 3D printers for long-duration prints. They also touch on Jimmy's CNC class at Saunders Machine Works, Bob's experience cutting titanium with a DeWalt router, and the importance of continuous learning and minimalism.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Saunders Machine Works, New York CNC, DeWalt, Jet, Rockler, Tormach, Home Depot
Products
Casper, SawStop, Exploding Kittens
Tools
Haas, Fusion, DeWalt 611, Xcarve, Glowforge
Also
Minimalism

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