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STL247: Drop the baseline

Shop Talk Live · 13 Aug 2021 · 1h 03m

What this episode covers

Mike Pekovich, Associate Art Director at Fine Woodworking, explains why he maintains a day job rather than becoming a full-time furniture maker, citing the financial realities of commission work and the value of documenting other woodworkers' craft. He details his custom Texas Heritage apron setup, which holds specific tools like Infinity setup gauges and a KUM pencil sharpener, and discusses his preference for Blackwing and Ticonderoga pencils. The hosts also cover blade maintenance strategies for bandsaws and table saws, emphasizing frequent changes for resawing and cleaning pitch to extend carbide life. Finally, Ben discusses a recent prototype build for a large toolbox, detailing a rabbit joint error he corrected with a hand plane, and the guests explore techniques for avoiding visible marking gauge lines in joinery.

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early-stage companies

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Companies
Fine Woodworking, Texas Heritage, Pony Jorgensen
Products
KUM, Blackwing, Infinity

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