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STL 133: On bandsaw blades and waterstones

Shop Talk Live · 17 Mar 2017 · 54m

What this episode covers

Host Tom McKenna and editors Mike Pekovic, Matt Kenny, and Ben Strano discuss woodworking techniques and tools. They advise on bandsaw blade selection for resawing and curves, debating high-carbon steel versus carbide tips like the Wood Slicer and Resaw King. The group also covers the care and flattening of waterstones, specifically Norton and Shapton brands, and shares favorite tools including drafting tape and box joint blades for cutting tenons.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Laguna
Products
Wood Slicer, Resaw King
Tools
DMT, Hitachi, Tormek
Also
Norton, Shapton, Lee Nielsen, Veritas

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