# STL212.5: What mallets does a woodworker need?

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2020-04-03
- Length: 21m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-04-03-stl212-5-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl2125-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need

## Summary

Mike and Matt from Fine Woodworking answer listener questions about woodworking tools and techniques during a bonus episode recorded remotely. They discuss the design of the Shaker workbench, specifically how to accommodate hold-fast clamps given the drawer box placement, and recommend specific hammers for striking Japanese chisels. The hosts also share personal updates on their shop habits during the pandemic, discussing the challenges of maintaining focus and the mental health benefits of making functional furniture.

## Chapters

- [0:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-04-03-stl212-5-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need#t=6) Introduction and Shaker Workbench Hold-FAST Clearance
- [8:38](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-04-03-stl212-5-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need#t=518) Choosing a Hammer for Japanese Chisels
- [10:26](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-04-03-stl212-5-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need#t=626) Mallet Types and Shop Safety During Pandemic
- [15:13](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2020-04-03-stl212-5-what-mallets-does-a-woodworker-need#t=913) Finding Meaning and Focus in Shop Time

## Topics

- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Founder wellbeing](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/founder-wellbeing)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Lee Valley (company)
- Japan Woodworker (company)
- Woodcraft (company)
- Harbor Freight (company)
- Swing (company)
- Hold-Fast (product)
- Shaker Workbench (product)
- Japanese Dovetailed Chisels (product)
- Dead Blow Hammer (product)
- Carver's Mallet (product)
- Peter Korn (other)

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