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  • Laguna 18BX Band saw.

    When I decided to buy a bandsaw I wanted a serious machine. After looking at a few different saws I went with the 18BX from Laguna. I love the power, accuracy, fence system, foot break and capacity this saw provides. Run blades from 1/8” for delicate tight turns, up to 1.25” for perfect re-sawing. Laguna 18BX

    Or follow this link for the 14” version. Laguna 14BX

    This base has been perfect for moving the band saw around and is rock solid when stationary. Bora Portamate Mobile Base

  • WEN 12" Variable Speed Drill Press

    What I love most about this drill press is that I can change the drills RPMs, between 580 and 3200, with just the push or pull of a lever. Having your drill press running at the proper speed for the material and size hole you’re drilling is important for safety, clean holes and to improve the life of your bits. WEN 12" Variable Speed Drill Press

    Consider these great Drill Press upgrades. MT2 Keyless Chuck

    Bora Drill Press Vise

    Drill Press Table

  • Jessem Doweling Jig

    This jig is well made, accurate and easy to use. Dowel joints are not only very strong but they make project assembly easier. The dowels act as an extra pair of hands holding pieces together which frees you up to place and tighten clamps. With dowels in place there is no chance of project pieces shifting while clamp pressure is applied. Clue ups come together perfectly aligned every time. Get one today. Jessem Doweling Jig

    These are excellent hardwood dowel pins. 1/4" Dowel Pins - 3/8" Dowel Pins - 1/2" Dowel Pins

  • Bora Parallel Clamps

    I have used just about every major brand parallel clamp. From Bessey and Jet to Irwin and Jorgensen. Quite frankly they will all get the job done but I buy Bora clamps for two major reasons. Because they work perfect every time and they are at a reasonable price point. With these clamps you can save some money over other brands without sacrificing quality. This four pack is a great start. Bora Parallel Clamp 4 Pack

    The perfect add-on to the 4 pack above. Bora 50” Parallel Clamp 2 Pack

  • Bora Centipede Work Stand

    The Bora Centipede Work Stand is one awesome tool to have in the shop or on a job site. Just throw it out, lay some plywood on it and you have an instant work surface. With the many accessories available the uses for this tool are endless. Superior to saw horses due to its compact size and versatility. Upgrade from the old saw horse today. Bora Centipede 4x6

    Elevate Your Work Surface - Riser Set

    Keep Your Work In Place - Non-Slip Pads

  • WEN 7.25" Track Saw

    This has to be the best budget track saw in the world. The 12A soft start motor has plenty of power, it’s easily adjustable and, with a vacuum hooked up, has excellent dust collection. This saw has tackled everything I have thrown at it with no problems at all. WEN 7.25" Track Saw

    The track I use - Powertec 55" Guide Rail 2 Pack

    Guide rail clamps - Powertec Guide Rail Clamps

  • Elgin Rampage Blutooth Hearing Protection

    Do you have ISOTunes? Yeah, so do I. Earbuds and Link over-the-ear headphones. After extensive use of all 3 of these products I can say that the Elgin Rampage BlueTooth headphones are superior. Comparing Elgin to the over-the-ear ISOTunes Link the Elgin are lighter, more comfortable, have superior sound quality, pair quicker, have longer range and longer battery life, superior dust and sweat proof rating, better styling (IMO) and they are less expensive. Skip ISO Tunes and get Elgin. Elgin Rampage Bluetooth Hearing Protection

  • Some Great CNC Router Bits

    Quality bits produce a quality carve. These are some bits I have had success with and I recommend.

    The essentials to get started - Surfacing bit - 8 Piece Set - 4 Piece Set

    These are nice to have - 1/8" Down Cut - 90 V Bit - 60 V Bit - Bowl Bit - Key Hole Bits

    Some inexpensive bits that have served me well - Up Cut End Mill - Down Cut End Mill - Straight End Mill 1/8" Ball Nose - 1/4"-1/8" Collet Reducer