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 Kamek
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 Woodworking on a budget 
#13365662 - 10/21/10 11:03 AM (2 years, 7 months ago) |
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Say you want to get into woodworking. Building some basic things like a bookcase or some tables etc...
What would be the essential tools you'd need? Preferably hand tools since I don't have a lot of €€€ to spend.
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Wronguy
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Kamek]
#13366296 - 10/21/10 01:59 PM (2 years, 7 months ago) |
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That's easy. A good coping saw for small fine cuts, a medium sized hand saw for cutting wood, a hammer, small nails, Elmer's wood glue, sand paper from 80 grit on up to 1200 grit (multi packs work great), and a measuring tape should about do it. Obviously you need a good stain and finish for the top coat too.
I'm sure I'm missing something here, but that should get you started.
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Wronguy]
#13366326 - 10/21/10 02:04 PM (2 years, 7 months ago) |
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buy a table saw before you do anything. And next save and buy a good belt sander.
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Kamek
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Table saws are pretty expensive. I'm going to have a look to see whether I can afford to get something second hand but I don't think it'll be within my budget.
I know getting a table saw will save me a lot of work but I think I should be able to manage for now with a hand saw.
Any other tools that might be really useful when starting off? Do you think I'd need one of those angle things? And what about chisels?
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Kamek]
#13367155 - 10/21/10 05:55 PM (2 years, 7 months ago) |
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Oops, I forgot about a speed square. That's the angle thing you're referring to. Chisels could be useful, but I rarely use them unless I'm making doors.
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Kamek]
#13563220 - 11/30/10 04:39 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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A Weinig Moulder
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Noetical]
#13564013 - 11/30/10 07:39 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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What is a woodworker's bible?
Like, a good book for reference and learning?
I ordered The complete manual of woodworking by Albert Jackson and David Day.
http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Manual-Woodworking-Albert-Jackson/dp/0679766111/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1291163926&sr=8-1
Is it any good or I should return it right away?
Anybody know? Please inform me of a better pick.
Thanks much,
Tri
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Noetical]
#13568825 - 12/01/10 05:46 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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Quote:
Noetical said:
A Weinig Moulder
wouldnt a router or a moulding head be a tad bit cheaper?
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Prisoner#1]
#13572240 - 12/02/10 10:49 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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Tongue in cheek.
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Noetical]
#13572629 - 12/02/10 12:48 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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well dont expect me to touch your weinig much less mould it
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Prisoner#1]
#13586845 - 12/05/10 07:59 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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Again, I say:
chisels
planes
spokeshave
sandpaper
hand drill??
A table saw and drill press are nice to have. I don't use routers too much, but I could see why they're awfully handy!
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: SpawnRun]
#13644420 - 12/16/10 11:54 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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you can buy a decent small drill press for less than the price of a decent drill
I move for accuracy, versatility and functionality
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for education to keep making students stupid
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Re: Woodworking on a budget [Re: Prisoner#1]
#13646143 - 12/17/10 10:31 AM (2 years, 5 months ago) |
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OP: you should keep a detailed log via this thread (or a similar new one) about your progression towards your woodworkin ggoals. As soon as I get an applicable living space i'll be getting into the hobby as well (girl wants to take up pottery).
I want to see whatchya got.
And, as always, check Craigslist.
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