Category Archives: Tools

Another simple Lathe build

Posted on March 26, 2019 by robertwilkie

Another pretty simple build for a woodworking lathe, this would be OK for making pens. Needs a rest for the tools thought. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/here-mini-lathe-i-made-while-back-71620?homelistings#post128434

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Make a table saw blade sharpener, router too

Posted on March 24, 2019 by robertwilkie

I hate to say but I typically just buy a new one. But most of my blades are smaller ones so cheaper. https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/saw-blade-router-bits-sharpening-station–n111 https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/how-to-sharpen-router-bits-n112

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Nice home made belt sander

Posted on March 23, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice looking build. Me, I think I would just buy a portable one and put it on its side. https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/edge-belt-sander-table-n89

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Make a cardboard creaser to fold cardboard

Posted on March 19, 2019 by robertwilkie

Not a bad idea, I usually just score a line with a knife, but this seems like a better idea to make a score (without cutting it). Simple build too. https://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Bender/

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Grinder belt build on the cheap

Posted on March 19, 2019 by robertwilkie

OK this is more along the lines of a build I could do (no welding involved). Its all wood based and pretty simple. Not so sure I would use a drill for the motor thought. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/diy-belt-grinder-2×48-71538?homelistings#post128127

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Nice jig to scroll saw build

Posted on March 18, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice build the author did (video only).

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A really simple wood vise

Posted on March 15, 2019 by robertwilkie

Good idea for kids to build a vise, or if you need something custom build. https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Vice-for-Beginners-Minimal-Tools/

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Circle making jig for a bandsaw

Posted on March 14, 2019 by robertwilkie

Interesting build. I have seem similar builds for table saws, but those are more for large circles. This is a way to make smaller ones. https://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Bandsaw-Circle-Cutting-Jig/

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Another mini lathe build

Posted on March 8, 2019 by robertwilkie

I seem to be on a lathe kick lately. Anyways this is a nice build if you have a decent 3D printer to print the parts. Me…not so sure I want an ABS based fram for a wood turner. https://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Lathe-Machine-for-Woodworking/

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Make a drill powered hacksaw

Posted on March 7, 2019 by robertwilkie

Interesting build. Seen a few of these over the years, this one is the first that seems pretty sturdy compared to others I have seen over the years with 3D printed parts.

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