Miter Gauge Grip

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Miter Gauge Grip

Serge Duclos AW150, Ingenious Jigs, Jigs and Fixtures, Miter, Miter Gauge, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

To keep stock from slipping when using my miter gauge, I rely on this simple jig. Screw a 3/4″ x 2″ fence to your miter gauge. Make it whatever length you need. Use a continuous hinge to fasten a section …
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Durable Jig Runners

Serge Duclos AW148, Jigs and Fixtures, Table saw, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Sooner or later, the wooden runners of your tablesaw jigs will wear and become sloppy, resulting in inaccurate cuts. Having just replaced my kitchen floor, I’ve made new runners using some extra pieces of laminate flooring. This stuff is stable, &#8230…

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A Drilling Platform for Small Pieces

Serge Duclos Drilling, February 2009, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Drilling small pieces on the drill press can be difficult because most clamps won’t reach to the center of the table. This simple three-piece platform jig solves the problem and ensures a fast and safe setup. It consists of a …
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Random-orbit Buffer

Serge Duclos Buffer, February 2008, Orbital Sander, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

To prevent rust and reduce feed friction, I apply paste wax regularly to my metal tool tables and other surfaces. It does a great job – but what a chore to buff the wax by hand! To make the job …
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Saddle-Style Push Stick

Serge Duclos AW165, Push Block, Safety, Saw, Shop Tips, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Any push stick adds a measure of safety, but I prefer using one that straddles the saw’s fence. It lifts right off when I’m done. A saddle-style push stick has two clear advantages. First, there’s no chance of tipping it …
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