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STL282: This is a woodworking podcast!

Shop Talk Live · 13 Jan 2023 · 1h 12m

What this episode covers

Fine Woodworking editors Anisa, Barry, and Ben discuss woodworking techniques, including how to store tools to prevent rust and the structural orientation of case dovetails. Barry announces his departure from the magazine to move to Vietnam, while Ben details his use of 3D printers for creating jigs and templates. The team also evaluates a listener's proposal to convert a jointer into a shaper, dismissing it as impractical.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Grizzly, Woodcraft, Milwaukee, Etsy
Tools
Fusion 360, SketchUp
Materials
PLA, PETG
Also
Chris Schwarz, Raleigh John Rowland Johnson, Mike Pekovich, Steve Lott, Chris Bexford, David Johnson, Kelly Dunton, Follinsby, Thingiverse

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