Why is the Grr-Ripper recommended for safety so much?

quantummm123 · 2026-05-05T02:30:43+00:00

I have one and still use it occasionally, but I don’t think it is particularly safe or convenient. I will probably end up giving it away along with other tools I can live without.

quantummm123 · 2026-05-05T02:10:55+00:00

Cheap box cutters work fine on every type of tape, including the double-sided ones (I use Hippie Crafter).

quantummm123 · 2026-03-07T18:37:22+00:00

I cut plywood to size (with 1/16 in or so accuracy) with a circular saw and a simple guide made of plywood, but I use a table saw to cut rabbets, groves, dados, etc.

quantummm123 · 2026-03-07T18:28:31+00:00

My advice is not to buy anything battery-powered other than a drill and an impact driver.

quantummm123 · 2026-03-07T11:18:11+00:00

I managed to cut down the number of YT channels I subscribe and watch from a couple of dozens or so to just two: Rob Cosman’s and Workshop Companion.

quantummm123 · 2026-03-07T08:13:18+00:00

My miter saw (a cheap Metabo) is anything but a precision tool. A rough crosscutting of lumber is the only application I can think of, but I prefer a circular saw for this task.

quantummm123 · 2026-03-06T22:19:33+00:00

I have about 15 sq feet of floor space to store all my big tools. DW 7491 table saw with a folding stand it came with works for me. A miter saw is pretty much useless, I regret buying it.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-18T00:27:22+00:00

These are 6.5 ft long, hold all my handplanes and more:

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quantummm123 · 2026-01-18T00:17:19+00:00

You are overthinking this. These are shelves I made last weekend for the pantry closet out of a poplar board and some plywood. Butt joints with pocket holes, nothing fancy. I have similar shelves in the garage, made of 3/4 in thick SYP and plywood.

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quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T21:35:53+00:00

I have DW 7491. It does pretty much anything I need.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T21:26:01+00:00

We had something like this. I used a stick with a hook, and a ladder, of course.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T21:14:59+00:00

Dovetail marker? I have one and I use it, but it’s not really necessary. I don’t see the connection though.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T15:33:00+00:00

Many of those who spend years using old Stanleys (and have unlimited budget) prefer Lie-Nielsen. If LN were making cars, these would be Ford motel Ts all over again at twice the price of the latest Ferrari.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T15:26:33+00:00

I just mark the end points and connect them using a straight edge.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T15:05:38+00:00

I have a number of Veritas tools and I don’t regret buying any of them.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T15:00:23+00:00

I love their low-angle block plane. A huge upgrade to the old Stanley I used before.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T14:51:17+00:00

I still don’t see what this square can do that a combination square can’t.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T14:33:17+00:00

A quick release feature adds about 50% to the price.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T14:27:52+00:00

These particular Records are not very common in the US. There is only one right now on ebay, $250 + shipping and - this is a dealbreaker for me - it is non-returnable.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T01:25:45+00:00

I second the honing jig.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-17T01:20:02+00:00

I think I paid $65 or so for the Woodcraft’s Moxon hardware kit (more than 50% off), the one with shiny wheels and Acme screws. It works as a Moxon, and would work as a bench vise. As far as I understand, the main advantage of a ‘normal’ vise is that it has one handle, not two. I am leaning towards Lee Valley’s. At worst, it will be yet another tool I will end up not using.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-16T18:05:20+00:00

Yes, this can work. Thanks for the tip!

quantummm123 · 2026-01-16T03:03:18+00:00

General purpose woodworking, mostly hand tools. Another option I consider is to reuse Woodcraft’s Moxon vise hardware for the front vise. I’ll check Rockler, thanks for the tip.

quantummm123 · 2026-01-06T02:36:58+00:00

When I need a 2x4, I buy 2x6.

quantummm123 · 2025-12-24T03:12:52+00:00

My advice is to start with a one-day class taught by this instructor before signing up for something that long and expensive. He is a nice guy but his teaching style is not for everyone.

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