A plunge circular saw can be a very useful addition to your woodworking tools. Makita offers two excellent models, the XPS01Z and the XPS02ZU. We are going to compare them based on speed, beveling, and additional technology. We will base our recommendation on project needs. Makita XPS01Z The Makita XPS01Z is a 6 ½-inch plunge … Read more
Circular saws are essential tools for many construction sites as well as woodworking shops. Hitachi offers two excellent models, the C7SB2 and the C7SB3, to meet the needs of both settings. We will compare the two based on speed, blade, and weight. We will base our recommendation on project needs. Hitachi C7SB2 The Hitachi C7SB2 … Read more
Gas-powered chainsaws can be a hassle with all their required maintenance so many people are turning to battery-powered units as a great alternative. Makita is well-known for its high-quality products and offers two excellent battery-powered chainsaws, the XCU04Z and the XCU03Z. We will base our recommendation on project needs. Makita XCU04Z The Makita XCU04Z chainsaw … Read more
When you’re cleaning your yard, you need quality tools. Makita offers two great kits, the XT286SM1 and the XT287SM1. We’re going to compare them based on design, speeds, and special technologies. We will base our recommendation on project needs. Makita XT286SM1 The Makita XT286SM1 is a brushless and cordless 2-piece combination kit. It offers both … Read more
While circular saws are a great addition to your arsenal of tools for woodworking, having one with a cord can be a hassle. Dewalt offers two excellent cordless options, the DCS573B and the DCS570B, to make the work much easier. We are going to compare the two based on project needs. Dewalt DCS573B The Dewalt … Read more
When you need to create a finished, smooth edge for your wood project, you need a spindle sander or a belt sander, but why stop there when you could have both tools in one? There are two such tools on the market, the Triton TSPST450 and the Ridgid EB4424, that offer a gamut of amazing … Read more
When you want to create those special pieces, you need the assistance of a milling machine. If you need to drill, bore, cut gears, or produce slots, you need one of these machines. Grizzly offers a versatile option with the G8680, and we are going to explore its specifications and features. Grizzly G8680 Mini Milling … Read more
When you’re working around the house with a chainsaw, dealing with a gas-powered unit can be a real struggle. Oregon offers up two excellent corded options, the CS1400 and CS 1500, as alternatives. We will base our recommendation on project needs. Oregon CS1400 The Oregon CS1400 has a 15 A motor with a 16-inch reduced-kickback … Read more
Woodworkers know that a jointer creates the straight, flat surfaces and edges needed for good glue joints. It allows you to bevel and chamfer edges, perfecting rough lumber for use in your next project. A benchtop jointer like the Shop Fox 6-inch model packs a lot of features into a convenient tabletop size. Let’s see … Read more
When you need to cut irregular shapes for a special project or to reutilize some wood you have laying around, you need a bandsaw. This tool is necessary for any woodshop to complete intricate designs on complex pieces. Baileigh offers a versatile bandsaw, the BS-128M, to meet the needs of woodworkers. BS-128M 110V Metal Cutting … Read more