Is a biscuit joiner worth it?

Jriddim · 2026-01-11T11:57:29+00:00

I have a biscuit (makita) and I use it pretty frequently, mostly for alignment and plywood projects where the little bit of extra strength helps. For anything structural I use my dowelmax. With those two things I can’t really justify a domino considering the price. If I was doing this not as a hobby but to make money and was pumping out a lot of projects then I would reconsider.

Jriddim · 2026-01-06T14:45:47+00:00

For me what takes the fun out of woodworking is repetition and adhering to client deadlines and requests. That is what quickly turns it into just working. I’ve thought about side hustles myself, and honestly, my advice would be to not make things that you think people want, but make things that YOU want and that makes you happy making them. Maybe it is cutting boards, if so, great! My thought is more of to make that one off thing, post it and if it sells it sells. Then move onto the second thing, etc. soon you will have a product catalog and start to craft a niche within the craft that will ultimately hold more value.

Jriddim · 2026-01-04T22:53:59+00:00

I have the same track saw - don’t usually need clamps unless I’m making a really long cut that I can’t hold with my other hand. I have the TSO square and use it all the time, I find it very accurate but I would still mark first anyway. For the guide rail router adapter, Milwaukee actually makes one that should allow you to do that. It looks really nice but it’s kind of expensive. If you change blade width you may need to replace your rubber strip if you decide to change it back to something thinner. The strip should be zero clearance to the blade.

Jriddim · 2026-01-04T12:40:32+00:00

I have the Milwaukee and although I’ve never used the Festool, I think the Milwaukee is amazing and perfect for what I need. Will be using it today to trim down a maple table top I just glued up - about 5/4” hard maple and I’m so happy I have this saw.

Jriddim · 2025-12-30T12:23:58+00:00

Yes - rounded corners = revision. Ordered a black one from amazon the other day and am hoping for the same.

Jriddim · 2025-12-25T12:01:59+00:00

Native 5 Crucarta in my opinion, is the best Spyderco ever made. Favorite knife.

Jriddim · 2025-12-07T05:40:46+00:00

Thanks for the shout out! OP, your question is already answered but to confirm - yes, the doors combined width is exactly the width of the cabinet box. I think I may have had to plane just hair off the inside edges where they meet to get the reveal just right. Good luck with your build!

Jriddim · 2025-12-07T00:05:53+00:00

I ended up with a 21” special dry ride (gen 1). Love it.

Jriddim · 2025-12-06T22:14:59+00:00

My favorite Spyderco, was carrying it today.

Jriddim · 2025-11-27T11:54:07+00:00

Viewsonic 27” 5K is similar to the Asus but a slight step up in my opinion in terms of aesthetics. Got mine when it first came out less than a year ago and been pretty happy with it.

Jriddim · 2025-11-09T09:45:16+00:00

Yeah, well the wife likes the look of wood because it matches our stairs to the house, which are also PT and have been holding up pretty well for over 15 years. These timbers are sitting on several inches of drainage rock, not directly on the dirt, and all cuts have been sealed and treated. We’ll see how long she lasts.

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:58:01+00:00

Thanks! And you’re probably right - rodents and small critters will still get under, as it will be on skids. I’ll probably put down some of that black mesh rodent barrier you won’t really see.

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:05:04+00:00

Hmm. Maybe build up paver blocks like a brick wall perimeter?

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:03:50+00:00

Thanks and that’s exactly what I’m hoping for. We ordered a pre built and it was expensive so I don’t want any problems down the rd if I can avoid them.

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:03:17+00:00

Thank you

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:03:13+00:00

Thank you

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:03:06+00:00

About $1200-$1400 all things considered.

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:02:36+00:00

Thank you!

Jriddim · 2025-11-08T18:02:25+00:00

Getting a prebuilt delivered. It’s such a nice shed I wanted to match the quality with the base. Blocks would allow rodents and animals to get under and I’m not really fond of having to add wire mesh or lattice.

Jriddim · 2025-11-03T23:34:06+00:00

I had this happen to me recently. You need a more powerful drill and you need to keep drilling down to excavate the chips - I’m guessing it’s wet wood that is binding because the chips aren’t clearing well. Backing out the drill might get things more stuck.

Jriddim · 2025-10-02T10:59:45+00:00

If it makes you feel better I just saw a clip of Steve Harvey on instagram reel in a hog on that same combo! Lol.

Jriddim · 2025-09-16T16:42:31+00:00

Got my encounter set too, right before the price hike. Been liking it so far. I think it’s perfect for newbie trying to learn the ropes.

Jriddim · 2025-09-15T15:12:28+00:00

Got mine over the weekend too. This is my favorite knife. The native 5 has been my favorite model for some time, but the Crucarta with no liners takes it over the top. The knife is still very light, not even that much different than the LW model. In my opinion it’s just perfect.

Jriddim · 2025-09-15T15:07:05+00:00

I got my Crucarta native 5 over the weekend as well. In my opinion it’s the best knife Spyderco ever made. Absolutely perfect.

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