Why doesn't every woodworker have these cheap tools?

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@63Ducati1 Жыл бұрын

I guess nobody has had drafting training like us old guys had. When you drag your pencil across the paper (or wood) you turn it so that it takes a bit of lead off all around leaving a sharp point just like the one you started with. Can't do that with a carpenter pencil, but carpenters seemingly don't pay any attention to the lines anyway. Any pencil will last longer if you use it properly.

@dougprentice1363 10 ай бұрын

Yep, I started out as a drafter, before cad. Who knows what I spent on my mechanical pencils, a lot. I got these pencils after stumpy nubs introducing them. They are by far the best I've used. If people are still breaking lead, they sell them in all different sizes. I like .7 mm. The most. But I bought all the sizes. They are very reasonably priced.

@jonathanzj620 8 ай бұрын

Or you buy a Kura toga machine pencil from Japan and just let it do it for you

@joelmartin2549 6 ай бұрын

Thanks that’s never occurred to me.

@Bertdevries-pn4fs 3 ай бұрын

@@dougprentice1363😊

@chrisdzisiak7540 2 ай бұрын

Yep , just Learn to us a pencil. This is a lost art , it really works !

@stephenhoeckley8131 Жыл бұрын

If you took a pencil-on-paper drafting class, you learned to spin the pencil to keep a fine, consistent line. You are effectively sharpening the lead as you’re drawing.

@GregPucelDDS 2 ай бұрын

Indeed and its still a habit

@wulf67 Ай бұрын

If you stayed in that class for longer than seven minutes you would also know that you still have to advance your lead, or if using a wooden pencil, SHARPEN IT to keep the lead exposed from the wood.

@watermain48 Жыл бұрын

The Amana countersink tool, Pentel Graph Gear pencils and the Fastcap tape measures are all great tools. Thanks for showing them off.

@andrewknots Жыл бұрын

I find a silicone pastry mat super useful for a glue station. Once the glue has dried, it pops right off

@bingmattson8685 Жыл бұрын

Wax paper is cheaper.

@peterlaughlin930 Жыл бұрын

Same thing I use

@bretwhitten7038 Жыл бұрын

@@bingmattson8685 not in the long run, pay $5 once or pay $2 every couple months

@richardrodgers1883 6 ай бұрын

Yep, I used wax paper for a long time, but the glue still sticks to it and if you have a glue line over it you get wax paper stuck to the glue line and have scrape or sand it off and that wastes a lot of time compared to using the silicone mat that the glue just won't stick to at all.

@meperson Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your honesty in this video. Too many folks just peddle the tools they didn't use or don't say anything negative.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

I try to do my best to show what I like and don't really like!

@terrynunya7444 Жыл бұрын

Honestly I was thinking FastCap paid for the video.

@phoppydizzle1999 Жыл бұрын

My sister recently got me a machinist ruler for my birthday. Its a solid metal ruler but the measurements start exactly at the end of the ruler, without the little gap. Its helped me become much more accurate in my measurements and for keeping things square!

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yeah machinist squares are good for several things in a shop. I have a small 4 inch one that I use all the time

@meperson Жыл бұрын

@@MWAWoodworks I think he is taking about the ruler - I have a set that starts from the edge and they are great.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Ah yeah I can't read so good 🤣

@barrettbryan8905 Жыл бұрын

De-magnatizer comes in handy for drills or bits that start to accumulate metal shavings

@shannonsew5120 Жыл бұрын

I have searched for years for a left handed tape. Thx u. I can’t wait to get one

@SAMUELPEREZ-yc8uq Жыл бұрын

Great, keep this frequent. I learned two things today. You are a trusted mentor. Thank you.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!

@fredrickdavenport1611 Жыл бұрын

You de magnetize when working on electronics.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Agreed! However I wouldn't be using a #2 philips head screwdriver on my electronics. I have a whole other set of much smaller specialized tools for working on computers/circuit boards which I would never magnetize to begin with so there would be no need to demagnetize them.

@fredrickdavenport1611 Жыл бұрын

@@MWAWoodworks I get it I have tools for wood working different tools for electronics and different again for automotive work. Was just answering your statement for some who might not know why a de magnetizer lol be safe.

@mjac8373 Жыл бұрын

Just what the doctor ordered. Thanks for posting, !!

@TomBaier 3 ай бұрын

This might be the best youtube video of all time. Thank you so much.

@halsonger1317 Жыл бұрын

I use the 1-2-3 block in conjunction with a fence clamp for a use-anywhere stop block. It works on my drill press fence, router fence, table saw fence, etc. since you can rotate it to the optimal height for the particular fence. The pair works great when doing repeatable cuts with my miter gauge on my table saw since I can set my fence to 1 inch more than what I want the cut piece to be, then register the end of the board to the 1-2-3 block .

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Nice yeah I think a stop block is a great use for them!

@egbluesuede1220 Жыл бұрын

I learned drafting many years ago before computer aided design. You're supposed to rotate the pencil when you draw a line so the width stays consistent as you draw. Same goes for the Pica.

@TheIdeasGuy Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely correct but I also agree with old mate about the 0.5mm mechanical pencil for workshop use. I use a variant of the Pica pencil at work (on site carpenter) but I still prefer my super fine lead mechanical pencil for the dainty little projects I work on at home.

@barniclebill3008 Жыл бұрын

I was a draftsman also in the 60s and 70s. We call the folks who dont know to properly use a pencil. “Wood butchers”

@Goodellsam 11 ай бұрын

Yes, have an AA in Architecture and Construction Tech. Cad wasn't being taught around here then. I never used it except for myself. I became a medic the law enforcement.

@beyondutility Жыл бұрын

Bought one of those pencils straight after watching the video! I have one where the tip retracts but so does the lead so you have to push it out each time. This looks great. Thank you.

@ryannichols732 Жыл бұрын

This might be the first one of these videos where I actually want every item!

@BenNawrath Жыл бұрын

Igaging also makes a 4" and 6" double square set (just under 40 bucks) that's really nice. Overall, their setup/layout tools are super good value! I also revently grabbed a set of Uncle Bill's splinter tweezers. Game changer.

@David-hm9ic 11 ай бұрын

The 6" double square is used almost every time I do anything in the shop. Need to get a 4" one.

@kingsteegg Жыл бұрын

Glad the algorithm found you. Great video. Thanks.

@codykenison6581 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos this one is no exception. I definitely think this should become a regular video segment. A tool I use in my shop all the time is the dewalt 20v router

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

And Ive got that router 😁

@mailbox4286 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you master the fourth.

@stonedkisses Жыл бұрын

I used to use the drafting "spin the pencil" method, but after thinking about it, I realized for marking things like wood or metal cuts, the thickness of the mark doesn't matter. It's where your straight edge is placed in relation to the actual blade path.

@frikyouall Ай бұрын

This is why I started putting arrows near my marks, to remember which side of the mark to cut on. My measurements got much more accurate.

@jimweisgram9185 Ай бұрын

In woodworking joinery, many people use a knife line. The width does matter when you want accuracy down to the thousandths of an inch.

@andreseguin5583 3 ай бұрын

Amazon must love you, I just ordered half the stuff you are talking about. Great video Thanks

@rbrown2925 2 ай бұрын

Me thinks it's the other way around...

@johnklein4558 Жыл бұрын

Definitely like this format. Keep on doing it. Already ordered from your recommendation.

@rkerby6375 10 ай бұрын

Wow, a very Informative video! Thank you!

@dougcook7508 Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!!!! Now my Amazon wish list just got bigger - and I didn’t know that was possible! 🤣🤣. Great video, I really enjoyed.

@jeffforbes3772 Жыл бұрын

Great info. Thanks for posting.

@MCsCreations Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tips, Matt! Thanks! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@GenosMadlab Ай бұрын

😂 Everyone needs more than 50 tape measures. Love your channel.

@paint1956 Жыл бұрын

I have both the Pica and Pentel pencils, both have their place. The pica works best for initial rough layout and it has multiple lead colors for dark woods . And I deify you to break it on rough lumber. The pentel is suited better for fine layout lines for precision work on smooth lumber.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

I agree pica is perfect for carpentry and rough layout. I have one that I put white lead in so I can mark on walnut.

@petcatznz Жыл бұрын

The forth be with you.

@scottyee707 Жыл бұрын

they have a pica fine dry now 0.9mm

@kevingeorge644 Жыл бұрын

Great job, Teacher kudos 👍

@stevenmasterson5871 Жыл бұрын

Matt, Another great and informative video. I built my miter station from your video. I noticed in this video that you built a miter saw hood. Would be interested to see an update video to your miter saw station showing the build and functionality of the miter saw hood and also the shop towel holder.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven! I'll be sure to include those updates in my next shop tour video. So many new things in the shop this year!

@charlesschmitt9555 Жыл бұрын

I love the track rack. I have one piece of advice for you is to turn them opposite from the way they are in this video. From experience my silicone track moved where it rested on the track rack. Put the silicone facing upwards where the weight rests on the aluminum instead of the silicone. Keep the great videos coming.

@timmyers763 Жыл бұрын

I have done the same thing. Let the weight rest on the aluminum instead of the silicone

@warrensmith2902 Жыл бұрын

Protect the silicone. Nothing worse than to come out to the shop, and when you pull out your tracks to watch the zero clearance strip snake onto the floor.

@MrLuckybug Жыл бұрын

I wonder if the weight of the tracks on the garage door will affect the door operation? I know the spring is calibrated to the weight of the door and tracks are not light.

@wallacegrommet9343 3 ай бұрын

Cut to the line! It’s thickness doesn’t matter

@wolfman75 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!!! Thanks Man!!!! Good Looking Out!!!!!👍😎

@bobt2522 Жыл бұрын

I have a .5mm and a .9mm Graphgear pencil. They are both great! I ordered an Amana countersink bit about an hour before I watched this video. I have been wanting one for a while.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

It's a great drill bit!

@drsnooz8112 Жыл бұрын

Nice work! I probably won't buy those exact items, but you did get me thinking. Thanks!

@-11BRAVO- Жыл бұрын

Always a good day when you upload. I’ve said it before but I stand by it. Your quality and skill is right there with bourbon moth, Jay Bates and TWW and I’m sure one day you’ll have that type of following.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and high praise!

@dc5duben96 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the tips!

@ColumbiaSCRealEstate Жыл бұрын

One the best tool videos I've ever seen! Thanks!

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@howler5000 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the best Xmas lists I’ve seen this year!

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Ha wow! Thanks! 😁

@ottoranking Жыл бұрын

I would add a digital caliper to your very informative list. You can get a good one for less than $10. They have a large digital screen, measure inside and outside diameter and depth. I appreciate the ability to convert inch and millimeter just by pressing a button. The measurement range is from 0-to 6". Calipers in the under $20 can even give you fractions, which allows you convert from inches to fractions to millimeters at the press of a button. I prefer the plastic/carbon fabric ones as they are non-conductive, inexpensive and very durable. For woodworking and home use they are extremely accurate.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yes! In fact I actually did a previous tool video which included my digital calipers 😃

@cnew4682 Жыл бұрын

Great Video Sir Thanks

@pokeba3299 Жыл бұрын

Solid recommendations!

@kenerickson4923 Жыл бұрын

I just got the thread checker. Love it and it can be an industrial necklace for woodworking geeks 😂

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Great idea!!

@thomasalison6188 Жыл бұрын

Nice selection!!

@jma7617 Жыл бұрын

DOUBLE TAP AND THE LEAD WONT SNAP!!!!!.......🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍👍👍

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

🤣🙃😆

@poppopsworkshop Жыл бұрын

I love my Pentel Graphgear as well. I use my Pica with white lead for marking rough lines on darker woods

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

I do the same thing. My Pica is used for rough layout on walnut boards.

@JasonPeltier Жыл бұрын

I use the 123 blocks as an offset for my table saw fence when using the miter gauge. It's a perfect 1" offset, so very easy to set the fence.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yep

@Cecil_X Жыл бұрын

I have gone metric. I have 25x50x75 blocks. I use them often, but generally in conjunction with my I-gauging metric setup block set. I also purchased the fastcap metric tape measures (regular and flatback), largely because that is the only metric brand I could find in the US. I also use calipers often in the wood shop.

@TheBrewjo 8 ай бұрын

As a life long metric user, seeing an imperial tape measure up close is daunting. Hope you're well and having fun sliding the decimal place around for unit conversions.

@jimaspinii7579 Жыл бұрын

Best video of this type ever!11

@jjuarez83 Жыл бұрын

I have the 12' tape measurer but the smaller 6' is a nice pocket meassurer as well.

@ehRalph Жыл бұрын

I’ve been using pentel twist erase mechanical pencils for mor than 10 years. It has a rubberized grip, it clicks and stores several extra leads, and has a long vinyl erasure that cranks out of the back end. They come into various lead sizes (I prefer .9mm HB). Also, get a pentel polymer erasure for cleanly removing marks on wood- or when quickly drawing up plans, they are amazing.

@anthonytran9191 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@codyclanton7508 Жыл бұрын

Roll your pencil as you make your line. Helps to keep your point

@David-hm9ic 11 ай бұрын

The longer you have the 1-2-3 blocks the more useful they become. They compliment the set up blocks very nicely.

@coloradomountainman8659 Жыл бұрын

For a pencil: Eberhard Faber #2. Period. Best tape measure (for me): Stanley Classic 25'. Hands down most practical. Been using the Vix Bits for 40 years and wouldn't be without.

@tommanseau6277 Жыл бұрын

The handiest set up tools I have are Lee Valley Veritas 1 1/2 inch pocket layout square and Imperial layout block. Both have very common fractions built right into the depth, width etc of each of these consisting of 1/8", 1/4", 1/2", 3/4", the block has a 1", and layout square a 1 1/2" offset. It makes layout and setup so easy. I leave them either in an apron pocket or more often right on top of the table saw fence. Yes, they are tiny. But want to set up your tablesaw blade to 45 degrees? It's perfect as it fits under the teeth. And the best part? You can get both at just under $20 currently.

@Puymouret Жыл бұрын

thanks, some good tips

@byfordbarnard2264 Жыл бұрын

Tool and die maker, I’ve used the 1,2,3 blocks for years. Like this video

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yeah that's the wheelhouse of that tool for sure!

@KeithOlson Жыл бұрын

FWIW, a 'flat 1.8 mm x 0.9mm exam mechanical pencil' [good search term] is a *GREAT* sub for a standard mechanical pencil, as the rectangular lead gives it a lot more strength, and can be easily kept to a sharp wedge with just a bit of sandpaper stuck to the edge of your workbench. They are also cheap as chips and available everywhere.

@DawidhabdArup_N7 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your view on the gadgets. I got very similar items (e.g. Flat Measuring Tape, Mechanical Pencil, Magnetiser/Demagnetise block - it actually came with my Screw Driver Set, so that’s bonus, and some other items those you didn’t show). Saying that I’m no PRO but to keep me occupied I do some woodworking after watching various videos like yourself. I got a very small Shed (10’x8’), and which I got too many things. So seeing the Cart for your Shop Vac, it wasn’t a brainier to make something similar for my vacuum cleaner that I use for collecting Dust/wood shavings and the rest. Brilliant ideas and the tips you do. Thank you! I believe, “Our World is a Shared Experience”… Remember, *_Life_* is *_Short_* so, *_Live Long_* and *_Prosper_* … 🖖 Look after yourself and each other & Stay Safe! Now let’s get on to your next video. Pls Stop by my Channel and let me know if and where I should concentrate to improve my contents and pick up some paces. Being disabled, it’s not easy to keep it up, but I’m trying… Cheers!!!

@terryaugsburger857 Жыл бұрын

My favorite ratcheting screwdriver is the Kobalt 13-Piece Plastic Handle Magnetic Ratcheting Assorted Multi-bit Screwdriver Set, Model 15000. Includes 12 bits including straight, Philips, torx, and hex. The best part is that it has a collar grip that if you hold it will turn the bit at double rotation. You can also hold the handle stationary and turn the collar to rotate the bit, giving more stability like trying to start a screw without a pilot hole.

@johnvesperman1530 Жыл бұрын

I got my magnetizer at Wal-Mart for about $5. One on the bench and one in my carry bag. Magnetism fades with time and use, so having one in my bag to refresh my drivers is a good thing.

@tedpuckett2779 Жыл бұрын

Really good vid. One of the best ones I’ve seen for actually useful items. Re the Pica segment…now that’s swimming upstream. Good ole #2 pencil for me. The lil time I spend sharpening slows me down a bit which isn’t always a bad thing. Thank you for sharing.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

I still keep good quality cedar pencils lying around. Never know when you'll need one.

@wildtwindad Жыл бұрын

For mechanical pencils, the Pentel P209/207/205 are my go to.

@w9jim Жыл бұрын

I use a magnet out of an old computer hard drive to magnetize my tools. Works very well. Those HDD magnets are very strong.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Oh wow I think I about 100 old hard drives I just found a use for 😂

@tubeamprepairs 27 күн бұрын

Magnets from mechanical hard drives are the best. The reason you were unable to demagnetize your screwdriver was technique. To demagnetize, connect the screwdriver to the magnet and move it around a little VERY slowly. Then, move the screwdriver away VERY slowly. Any sudden movement will cause the screwdriver to retain magnetism. To magnetize, move the screwdriver around a little on the magnet, and then SNATCH it away. That’s all it takes. Just use a hard drive magnet. You don’t need to buy the tool.

@matthewshannon6946 Ай бұрын

Vix bits are an absolute necessity!

@stevenmqcueen7576 Жыл бұрын

Cool video. Loads of useful tips and humorous..

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@amtiensinh8416 Жыл бұрын

Great! Nice video 👍👍👍

@YouTuber-mc2el Жыл бұрын

I use the Graphgear pencils and have one gripe about them. I wear an apron and store the pencil in the chest pocket. When I grab it and depress the plunger to project the writing tip it also advances the lead which was where I wanted it when I stored it. Aggravating!

@markglabinski3016 Жыл бұрын

My first time watching your channel. I liked it so much I subscribed. Nice job!!

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Wow awesome! 😁

@DennisDolan-fl3mw Ай бұрын

Great information. Thanks

@jsmxwll Жыл бұрын

I use 123 bocks as clamping features. I need to clamp irregular shaped pretty often so I have clamping features that bolt into the 123 blocks. The blocks and the features all fit in a small toolbox but they replaced a large drawer full of clamping jigs that I previously used.

@2233sc Жыл бұрын

I carry the graph gear 1000 and the pica, I use the pica for writing notes, marketing sides, etc. and the 0.5mm for marking measurements.

@JohnClark-tt2bl Жыл бұрын

I've used a tailor's tape before for measuring round things. It's cloth so no problem bending it.

@a9ball1 Жыл бұрын

Couple comments, I liked the video so much I subscribed. I've been using a Fastcap tape for years but now I'm trying to find a good one for a person with limited vision, any ideas? I also have the thread checker like yours and it has come in handy so many times. I highly recommend it! That set of set-up blocks is the best I've found and I've been woodworking since 1974. I would like to see more like this from you.

@genecarden780 Жыл бұрын

Search for “ blind man’s tape” I dont remember who makes them

@zacdeen27 Жыл бұрын

This magnetizer device is blowing my mind

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yeah 100% didn't know they existed

@lafamillecarrington Жыл бұрын

Just run a magnet along your screwdriver to magnetise it and save yourself enough for a couple of nice beers. I like the 330ml bottles.

@DaveGDesigns Жыл бұрын

I have a telescopic magnet with a small built in LED light. It's great for when you drop screws into small places to retrieve them or like I do quite often I drop screws or metal parts into the pile of sawdust under my lathe

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Ooohhhh I need to check that out! I just put a magnet on a dowel rod and hope for the best 🤣

@meperson Жыл бұрын

Same here!

@bjorne46 3 ай бұрын

Cool stuff, the track storage looks interesting.Though you're limited to working with the door closed when fastened to the door.

@AdamsLeatherWorks Жыл бұрын

Those Pica (lead holders) and even mechanical pencils work better if you slowly rotate the pencil as you mark your line. So instead of wearing a flat tip in one spot as you make your mark, it sharpens itself while you draw your lines if you rotate it while drawing. Learned that in drafting class back in high school (a long time ago…).

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

I don't know if I'm coordinated enough for that 😆🤣

@woodandwheelz Жыл бұрын

@@MWAWoodworks Even if you rotate the Pica pencil, the point will still widen as it dulls. Rotating the Pentel will allow the lead to wear evenly and not create a 'point' on one side of the lead as you write/draw with it. I was taught this in mechanical drawing in high school (c/o '86).

@dougw2340 Жыл бұрын

That’s an old drafting trick we were taught with those original mechanical pencils they had in the 70’s

@philipmorey2129 Жыл бұрын

@@woodandwheelz you all should look at the Uni Kuru Toga, everytime you put down the lead it rotates, problem solved

@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi Жыл бұрын

HI matt the best tools r the simple ones and do lots off job greatly.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thanks!

@jeremyhewitt1952 6 ай бұрын

Tape measure with a built-in tape measure... Genius!

@MWAWoodworks 6 ай бұрын

🙌

@agentchodybanks9120 Жыл бұрын

You should try the new Stabila tape measures. By far the best Ive tried over the past 10 years

@GLACIOUS13 Ай бұрын

New(ish) woodworker. Second video (of yours). New "Subb"! Good job, sir!

@dougbeach7299 Жыл бұрын

Spring loaded center punch is awesome.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Yes! I have two of them. I think I did a different tool video on the center punch

@dougbeach7299 Жыл бұрын

@@MWAWoodworks oh ok nice, then I'll watch that one too. Just found your channel and am super excited to learn from you. Thanks for the content. I like the way you teach. Keep going!

@acrocha1222 Жыл бұрын

Yes pls add more

@MrWaldorfian 10 ай бұрын

PICA makes a 0.5" version also. I have both. I use the 0.5" one all the time for working in the shop. The fatter lead one is used for basic framing where the fat line doesn't matter as much.

@brianhall9019 10 ай бұрын

I’ve been subscribed to your channel for a while now. I enjoy your wit and delivery. I’ve started going back through your old stuff and stumbled across this video. I know the demo with the Kreg hinge jig was to emphasize the Vix bits, but are you aware of the two screw pilot holes that are under the cage when you remove it from the base? Just have a second drill set up with a 1/16” bit set to appropriate depth and you don’t have to worry about lining up your hinge out of square. If you knew this great, but if any of your followers didn’t know this then great also. 😊

@MWAWoodworks 10 ай бұрын

Yep that's true. Thanks for pointinging that out.

@aigauthier1980 Жыл бұрын

Great tips, always enjoy your product. Unrelated to this video but not sure where else to ask, what brand and size is your CNC machine. Looking for input for my research prior to making an investment. Thanks.

@mr.redacted1441 5 ай бұрын

Brother, you gotta get a Komelon Self Lock tape measure. They come in all lengths. My favorite for years and very inexpensive. Great video thanks!

@MWAWoodworks 5 ай бұрын

I have one now! It's in my truck. I love that thing!

@sterlinghein Жыл бұрын

I discovered a use today for demagnetization. When you drill into metal; you often get metal ‘sawdust’ that sticks to the drill bit. Would have loved to have been able to demagnetize the bit today to drop those off.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

Was the bit magnetized to begin with?

@sterlinghein Жыл бұрын

@@MWAWoodworks No, it wasn’t. But the drill bit had a hex end which I put into my Festool centrotec chuck, which is magnetized. So maybe the chuck imparted a charge to the bit.

@MichaelJohnson-lx2dl 5 ай бұрын

My preferred tape measure is from Lee Valley Tools. It's called the Blindman's Tape. I prefer the right to left version to use on my table saw, router, bandsaw, miter saw, drill press. You get the idea. I'm not a contractor just a DIY guy so this 12 foot tape is the perfect size. This tape is 1 inch wide so it's better that the Stanley that's only 1/2 an inch wide and you can only get in left to right. I've tried some of the Fastcap tapes and for me they just don't hold up to use. Thanks for all the info in this video. I've wondered about the PICA pencil and you confirmed what I assumed. I use .5 lead but just some cheep mechanicals, I think I'll try the fancy Pentel you use. People who think the size of the mark doesn't matter usually aren't making furniture or boxes or other DIY projects that need this kind of precision. A contractor's margin of error is a lot larger than a cabinet maker's. For the future, how about a comparison between the igaging set up blocks and something like the Kreg set up bars? Thanks for your suggestions.

@sebmstudio1697 Жыл бұрын

Really cool video, lots of useful items in there. I must say though, while I absolutely love my self centering drill bits, I just use the built in drilling template of that Kreg Hinge jig when installing hinges. Not sure if you were aware that they have that feature.

@MWAWoodworks Жыл бұрын

True, it does have that feature, however that's a single use case with euro style cup hinges. A good set of self centering bits will cover all sorts of hinge installations.