Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe Review
Aug08

Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe Review

The Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe is an economical, sturdy and powerful mini lathe that comes with some great features. Made from cast iron, this lathe comes with ½ HP motor. The Rockler Excelsior comes with 17-3/4” length between the centers, which makes it an ideal choice for turning table legs as well as an array of other decorative pieces. It can turn bowls up to 10” in diameter. If you add its lathe bed extension (#32307),...

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RIKON 70-100 Mini Lathe Review
Aug08

RIKON 70-100 Mini Lathe Review

Over the past decade power tool manufacturers have introduced a variety of midi lathes, and the Rikon 70-100 mini lathe is one of the best wood lathes in this category. Unlike other mini lathes, this one has extra large features that are comparable to floor standing wood lathes. The Rikon 70-100 features 16” between the centers and has an option to add more bed extensions. This is definitely an improvement over the Shop Fox W1704,...

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Shop Fox W1704 Review
Aug08

Shop Fox W1704 Review

The Shop Fox W1704 is one of the best Shop Fox tools that tackle small projects such as turning pens. But what makes it so popular with wood turners? Here are a few of its features: Made to sit on your average workbench, this Shop Fox lathe is made from cast iron. Comprised of sturdy parts, the company has ensured serious quality control so that it lasts a long time. Its cast iron construction ensures low vibration and keeps it from...

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Shop Fox W1836 Review – Is It Worth Your Money?
Aug05

Shop Fox W1836 Review – Is It Worth Your Money?

Though wood lathes are simplistic tools, finding the best wood lathe for your project can be troublesome as there are a large number of wood lathes on the market. It requires research and time. However, if you are looking for a wood lathe for small projects, like making pens or wooden toys, then the Shop Fox W1836 Bench Top Wood Lathe is perfect for you. Wood lathes are long and bulky power tools, which require plenty of room. But the...

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Best Band Saw For The Money 2017 – Buying Guide
Jun22

Best Band Saw For The Money 2017 – Buying Guide

A tool for every wood-related work, a band saw is a necessity in every man’s kit. To provide you information about the best band saw for the money in the market, below is our comprehensive review. A band saw is an electrically driven saw with a long and moving steel belt having a serrated edge. It is primarily used to cut curves, no matter how thick the lumber may be, and create cabriole legs. It also rips lumber and crosscuts short...

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Best Impact Driver Reviews: Our Top-Rated Picks and Buying Guide
Jun14

Best Impact Driver Reviews: Our Top-Rated Picks and Buying Guide

Contents Best Impact Driver Gone are the days when standard drills were the staple tools in every kit, especially since impact drivers are redefining our drilling experience. With impact drivers effectively playing the role of hammer drills and screwdrivers, we can now move forward to more proficient drilling projects. So if you are looking for a tool that can make your workload easier, below are some of the top-rated impact drivers...

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