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STL316: Canadian Edition

Shop Talk Live · 17 May 2024 · 1h 08m

What this episode covers

Vic Tesla and Steve Der-Garabedian join Anissa Kapsales to discuss minimalist woodworking, veneer jointing techniques, and shop organization. They cover using track saws with specific blades for clean veneer edges, the versatility of bandsaws in small spaces, and Steve's advice on moving shops and decluttering tools. The group also shares recommendations for tools like the Blue Spruce chisel plane and Mirok Toolworks knives.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Mirok Toolworks, Melbourne Tool Company, Triton Tools, Lost Art Press, Taunton Press, AIM
Products
Blue Spruce, Dremel, Saw Stop
Also
Vic Tesla, Steve Der-Garabedian, Anissa Kapsales, CMT, Freud, Rosewood, Canadian Woodworker, Woodsmith, Popwood, Fine Woodworking, UJK

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