In May 2023, I purchased two Oliver woodworking machines: a 15″ helical head planer and a 12″ helical head jointer. After nine months of use, I figured it would be a good time to talk about my experience with the jointer. I’ve put a l…
Read moreLast week, I made this workbench for my daughter. The top is white oak and the base is poplar. All of the joinery is through mortise and tenon joints. In this video/article I’ll cover the base fit and finish, the vise installation, and applying a…
Read moreMy daughter is five now. I think it’s time for her to get her first workbench. In this video and article, I’ll walk you through building the workbench itself. I’ll cover the final fit and finish in the next video. I want to use up som…
Read moreIn this video, I discuss my thoughts regarding the Oliver 10015 15″ helical head planer. Overall, I’m pleased with my purchase, and I’m DEFINITELY pleased to have a dedicated planer and dedicated jointer again. If you’re wonderi…
Read moreA decade ago, I purchased this exact bandsaw. It’s the Grizzly G0555LANV. It’s a GREAT bandsaw, by the way. When I got my Laguna 18BX bandsaw in 2018, space was limited, and the Grizzly had to go. I sold it to a friend of mine named Ben. Be…
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