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  35. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you have caught the woodwork bug, you will be happy to know that you are in good company. </span></p>
  36. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Woodworking is a great activity to help you put in some physical activity, pass the time, make some income and even relieve stress. </span></p>
  37. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the essential tools required in woodwork is the wood planer. </span></p>
  38. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here, read all you ever need to know about this fundamental tool. </span></p>
  39. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">What is a Wood Planer?</span></h1>
  40. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When working with wood, you will get larger planks that you have to mold into the final product. </span></p>
  41. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Typically, saws are used to size larger planks down or cut them into the required shapes. What you get as a result are smaller pieces in the shapes you want, but not necessarily in the smoothness, you want. </span></p>
  42. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is where wood planers come in. </span></p>
  43. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">What Do Wood Planers Do?</span></h1>
  44. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A wood planer is used to shave wood into the required thickness. It is also used to smoothen wood surfaces to give them a classy, refined look. </span></p>
  45. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The better you are at using a wood plane, the less work you will have with hand files and sanding. </span></p>
  46. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can also utilize it for levelling floorboards. </span></p>
  47. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">Types of Wood Planes</span></h1>
  48. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The different types of wood planers can be classified into two broader categories:</span></p>
  49. <ol>
  50. <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Manual planes</span></li>
  51. <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Electric planes</span></li>
  52. </ol>
  53. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Manual Planes</span></h2>
  54. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These are more old school and take you back to the olden days when people took a lot of pride in creating things from scratch, relying on their might and creativity. </span></p>
  55. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Let’s delve deeper into the individual types of manual planers.</span></p>
  56. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hand plane</span></i></h4>
  57. <img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1336" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3-300x197.jpg" alt="Jack Hand Plane" width="300" height="197" title="Woodworking 101: What Is a Wood planer? 10" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3-300x197.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3-1024x672.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3-768x504.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3-1536x1008.jpg 1536w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/JackPlane3.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  58. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the most basic hand planer, and the design has remained the same for decades and decades. </span></p>
  59. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can use both hands for more control, and the hand planer&#8217;s design allows you to adjust the depths it can cut. </span></p>
  60. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Two-handed plane</span></i></h4>
  61. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is very similar to the basic hand planer; only it has two handles instead of one. This allows for lighter, better-controlled action. </span></p>
  62. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The blades are adjustable as well, and the two-handed planer is preferred when shaping corners. </span></p>
  63. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Combination rasp plane</span></i></h4>
  64. <img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1337" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/combination-rasp-plane-300x201.png" alt="Rasp plane - What is a wood planer" width="300" height="201" title="Woodworking 101: What Is a Wood planer? 11" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/combination-rasp-plane-300x201.png 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/combination-rasp-plane-1024x686.png 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/combination-rasp-plane-768x515.png 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/combination-rasp-plane.png 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  65. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This works less like a planer and more like a cheese grater. The combination rasp planner is also much more versatile and allows woodworkers to also use it on soft aluminum and fiberglass. </span></p>
  66. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flat plane bottom-edged wood hand planes</span></i></h4>
  67. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1338" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool-300x300.jpg" alt="Woodworking Planer Flat Plane Bottom Edged Handle Tools Woodworking What is a Wood Plane DIY Hand Tool" width="300" height="300" title="Woodworking 101: What Is a Wood planer? 12" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool-150x150.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool-768x768.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Woodworking-Planer-Flat-Plane-Bottom-Edged-Handle-Tools-Woodworking-What-is-a-Wood-Plane-DIY-Hand-Tool.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  68. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is operated on one hand. For this reason, it’s unsuitable for when you have hard planning to do as the energy exerted on one hand might not be sufficient to accomplish the desired result. </span></p>
  69. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For softer planning, this tool allows you to shave off a little at a time. This model is affordable and allows you to monitor what you are doing closely.</span></p>
  70. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hand scraper</span></i></h4>
  71. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1339" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Wood-Hand-Scraper-Blades-300x300.jpg" alt="Wood Hand Scraper Blades - What is a wood planer" width="300" height="300" title="Woodworking 101: What Is a Wood planer? 13" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Wood-Hand-Scraper-Blades-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Wood-Hand-Scraper-Blades-150x150.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Wood-Hand-Scraper-Blades.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  72. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Traditional planers use a pushing action. This planer, however, uses a pulling action and is often used on hardwood floors. </span></p>
  73. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Its function is, however, similar to traditional planers when it comes to smoothening out wood surfaces. If you are looking for a planer without the pushing action, this is it. </span></p>
  74. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  75. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Electric Planers</span></h2>
  76. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With all their advantages, manual planers are also considerably slow. This aside, they also require significant energy. </span></p>
  77. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This can get tiring, leading to mistakes, which can interfere with your ability to create the desired object. </span></p>
  78. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you love woodwork but would like to take the hard work out of planing, electric planers bridge the gap. </span></p>
  79. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Indeed, times have moved on!</span></p>
  80. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That aside, electric planers today come in both corded and cordless versions. </span></p>
  81. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Corded versions can be a hazard more so for armature woodworkers. It&#8217;s all too easy to get a wire tangled around you or the project while working, often leading to disastrous results. </span></p>
  82. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here are the most common electric planers in the market. </span></p>
  83. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Handheld planer</span></i></h4>
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  184. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is similar to a hand planer, only it has a spinning blade, instead of an immobile one. The planer also comes with a contoured handle to aid with the grip. </span></p>
  185. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This planer works impressively fast even on shallow settings. You then want to keep an eye on it to prevent drifting and shaving too much. </span></p>
  186. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bench planer</span></i></h4>
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  188. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The bench planner is too small to affix on a workbench but too big to be handheld. The bench planer can handle smaller pieces of lumber, though not quite suited for smaller, more detailed woodwork tasks. </span></p>
  189. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Molding planer </span></i></h4>
  190. <p>&nbsp;</p>
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  192. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is a more advanced piece of equipment used mainly by professionals and serious woodworkers. </span></p>
  193. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This planer sits on the workspace floor-mainly a workshop- and its primary function is molding. </span></p>
  194. <h4><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stationary Planer</span></i></h4>
  195. <p>&nbsp;</p>
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  197. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is a serious planer for more extensive, professional projects. This is often designed to handle bulk work and for people with extensive budgets for equipment. </span></p>
  198. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The next step from stationary planers is industrial grade planers. </span></p>
  199. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">How to Use a Planer</span></h1>
  200. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">By and large, how you use a plane depends on the results you want to achieve. There are some common factors, however. </span></p>
  201. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The first is the direction of motion. The rule of thumb is to plane along the grain of the wood. Failure to do this and you end up with what is commonly known as </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">tear-outs. </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This happens when your blade gets stuck, and you pull it out with jagged timber.</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></i></p>
  202. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At times, you will work with tree species whose wood grains run in different directions. In such instances, your choice of plane matters a lot. For these, professionals advise you use the sharpest blades available. </span></p>
  203. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The other thing to always remember is that planers are dangerous tools. If you are using an electric one, even more so. </span></p>
  204. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Avoid working with these tools when you are tired, sleepy or drowsy. Similarly, form the habit of having your protective gear on before you commence any woodwork. This should be standard practice irrespective of what tools you will be using. </span></p>
  205. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">What is a Wood Planer in Summary</span></h1>
  206. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wood planers are one of the <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/10-essential-tools-for-a-beginner-woodworker/">fundamental tools for woodworking</a>. However, it&#8217;s essential to understand the different types of planers, their characteristics, and which planers are best for your projects. </span></p>
  207. <p>If you are just starting out a great option is this super cheap hand planer you can get on Amazon.
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  255. <p>I&#8217;ll link a video of how to easily tune it up  so it works as well as a hand plane costing several hundreds of dollars if you are willing to put in about 30 mins of work. It&#8217;s well worth the small time investment and the same techniques can be used to tune up  many other tools.</p>
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  267. <title>What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started</title>
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  270. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  271. <pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2021 21:18:55 +0000</pubDate>
  272. <category><![CDATA[DIY Woodworking & Blacksmithing]]></category>
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  275. <description><![CDATA[There is an old woodworkers saying that one can never have enough clamps.  So, what clamps do I need for woodworking? If you are new to woodworking, you have probably gone to a shop and left more confused than ever by the huge variety of tools. Just the wide array of clamps arranged neatly in [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  279. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is an old woodworkers saying that one can never have enough clamps. </span></p>
  280. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">So, what clamps do I need for woodworking? If you are new to woodworking, you have probably gone to a shop and left more confused than ever by the <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/10-essential-tools-for-a-beginner-woodworker/">huge variety of tools</a>. Just the wide array of clamps arranged neatly in rows can indeed get confusing. </span></p>
  281. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The good news is, you do not need all of them to begin your woodwork project. You can start with a few and grow your collection as you gain competency and the confidence to take on larger or more intricate projects. </span></p>
  282. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">What are Clamps?</span></h2>
  283. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Clamps are fastening devices used to hold wood pieces together to prevent separation and movement. They can also hold planks of wood steady for drilling, filing, sawing, chiseling, and painting. </span></p>
  284. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Generally, clamps have a moveable jaw attached to an adjustable screw. </span></p>
  285. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">So, What Clamps Do I Need for Woodworking?</span></h2>
  286. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A woodworker complaining about having too many clamps is almost unheard of. While having many is good, having the right clamps, and knowing how to use them is definitely better. </span></p>
  287. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Still, as versatile as some clamps are, they cannot serve every function. </span></p>
  288. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here are the most common clamps and their functions.</span></p>
  289. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trigger Activated Bar Clamp</span></h2>
  290. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1322 size-large" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Trigger-Activated-Bar-Clamp-1024x949.jpg" alt="Trigger Activated Bar Clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="1024" height="949" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 32" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Trigger-Activated-Bar-Clamp-1024x949.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Trigger-Activated-Bar-Clamp-300x278.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Trigger-Activated-Bar-Clamp-768x711.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Trigger-Activated-Bar-Clamp.jpg 1140w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" />
  291. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This clamp&#8217;s bar length ranges from 6&#8221; to 50&#8221;. It can be operated with one hand, freeing up the other hand to hold workpieces or maneuver around the workbench. </span></p>
  292. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As its name suggested, the trigger clamps used a trigger mechanism to adjust its jaws. It is also called the one handed bar clamp because it allows for one handed operation. </span></p>
  293. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This clamp is ideal for both light and heavy woodwork duty. It&#8217;s also easy to manure, making it the go-to clamp for both professionals and armatures.</span></p>
  294. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aside from clamping, some trigger clamps come with detachable jaws that can be placed on the main bar facing different directions. In this setting, the clamp can be used for detaching.</span></p>
  295. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">G/C Clamp</span></h2>
  296. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1321 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/c-g-clamp.jpg" alt="c g clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="320" height="320" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 33" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/c-g-clamp.jpg 320w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/c-g-clamp-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/c-g-clamp-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" />
  297. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This clamp looks like an upper Case letter G, which is where it gets its name from. It’s also known as the C-clamp. </span></p>
  298. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The G/C clamp is very versatile and is an essential must-have when working with a restrictive budget. Different styles of G/C clamps come with throats of varying depths, the general range being 3’’ to 14’’. </span></p>
  299. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are also miniature versions at 1’’ by 1’’. These are often for people taking up woodwork as a hobby, however. </span></p>
  300. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a workshop, these clamps work best on narrow pieces of wood where one requires to apply a lot of pressure on multiple points. </span></p>
  301. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spring Clamps</span></h2>
  302. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1320 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/spring-clamp.jpg" alt="spring clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="320" height="320" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 34" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/spring-clamp.jpg 320w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/spring-clamp-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/spring-clamp-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" />
  303. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The spring clamp is also called the pinch clamp. This tool features two handles, two grippers, and a spring pivot to connect all the moving bits.</span></p>
  304. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These apply light clamping pressure. You apply force to the handled to release the pressure and hold. </span></p>
  305. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The jaws are fitted with rubber pads or other soft padding to prevent damage to the item being clamped.  </span></p>
  306. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These are great for domestic use and for holding smaller, more delicate bits when woodworking. </span></p>
  307. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">F Clamps</span></h2>
  308. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1319 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/passive-lock-bar-f-clamp.jpg" alt="passive lock bar f clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="320" height="320" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 35" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/passive-lock-bar-f-clamp.jpg 320w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/passive-lock-bar-f-clamp-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/passive-lock-bar-f-clamp-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" />
  309. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This F-shaped clamp has a long vertical bar fitted with two perpendicular bars. The F-clamp is very sturdy and can be used for heavy woodworking. </span></p>
  310. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can find it in different sizes depending on the bulk of the wood pieces you will be using. </span></p>
  311. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These clamps are available in numerous sizes. You can therefore get the idea-sized pump for the job you intend to carry out. These can go from 6&#8221; to 48&#8221;. </span></p>
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  313. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Parallel Jaw Clamp</span></h2>
  314. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1318 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/parallel-jaw-clamp.jpg" alt="parallel jaw clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="320" height="320" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 36" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/parallel-jaw-clamp.jpg 320w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/parallel-jaw-clamp-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/parallel-jaw-clamp-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" />
  315. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The parallel clamp is much like the F-clamp, only much more powerful. </span></p>
  316. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Just like the F clamp, the parallel clamp allows for wide openings. The jaws of this clamp remain parallel when packed with increasing loads. This prevents dimpling and offers a larger distribution area. </span></p>
  317. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This parallel clamp can deliver about 1000 pounds of pressure. This clamp is often the preferred clamp for large glue-up jobs. </span></p>
  318. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aside from their power, these clamps are also very versatile. Their downside is that they tend to be expensive, which is expected for the level of power and the versatility they deliver. </span></p>
  319. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These clamps also come with large throats that comfortably hold 3 to 4 inches of material. </span></p>
  320. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A parallel jaw clamp is easy to disassemble as well, and you can turn it around to functions as a spreader. </span></p>
  321. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pipe Clamps</span></h2>
  322. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1317 size-large" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pipe-clamp-e1610744513733-1024x507.jpg" alt="pipe clamp - What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking" width="1024" height="507" title="What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking? The 6 Best To Get Started 37" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pipe-clamp-e1610744513733-1024x507.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pipe-clamp-e1610744513733-300x149.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pipe-clamp-e1610744513733-768x380.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/pipe-clamp-e1610744513733.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" />
  323. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These are heavy-duty reasonably-priced clamps. Most people get flustered by their relatively small clamping mechanism. </span></p>
  324. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you pick your required size, you need to purchase steel gas pipes from your hardware store. You then need to slide the clamp into the pipes to have a functional clamp. </span></p>
  325. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The pipe&#8217;s thickness remains standard at ½&#8221; or ¾&#8221;. However, you can buy pipes of different lengths depending on the lengths you require for individual projects. </span></p>
  326. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A downside to the pipe clamp is the throat, which is often short and limiting for certain woodwork tasks. </span></p>
  327. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Another negative aspect of this clamp is that the pipers tend to leave residue and grease from the pipes to the project one is working on. However, you can place rags between the pipes and your wood pieces to prevent the residue transfer. </span></p>
  328. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Quick Tips for Working with Clamps</span></h2>
  329. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As mentioned earlier, knowing how to use clamps is just as important as buying the correct ones. </span></p>
  330. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">1. Work on a flat surface</span></h3>
  331. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Despite your best efforts, an assembly table that is not entirely flat can destabilize your clamp and cause racking and twisting. You then end up with a less than perfect finished result. </span></p>
  332. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">2. Apply pressure evenly</span></h3>
  333. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Use enough pressure to bring two pieces together along the glued edges. You should see some squeeze out without squeezing out all the glue applied. </span></p>
  334. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Equal squeeze out along the joint line is one way to let you know you are applying even pressure. </span></p>
  335. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">3. Create Barriers</span></h3>
  336. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dents and stains are a common complaint when using clamps. Whenever you are using a clamp without protective padding, place a piece of waxed paper between the workpiece and the clamp. </span></p>
  337. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This prevents glue from sticking onto the clamps&#8217; surface. Thin scrapes of softwood can similarly be used to prevent marring or denting. </span></p>
  338. <p>The Woodworkers Guild of America has an excellent series on <a href="https://www.wwgoa.com/content/how-to-glue-clamp-wood-together/page/6/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">how to glue and clamp wood properly</a>. For example here is a quick video about how to clamp irregularly shaped objects.</p>
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  345. <p>So in the end when you asked &#8216;What Clamps Do I Need For Woodworking?&#8217;</p>
  346. <p>The answer is &#8216;It depends on the job&#8217;.</p>
  347. <p>As you get more experienced and take on new projects your collection of clamps will inevitably grow. Old woodworkers all have massive collections of clamps for good reason, and now you understand why!</p>
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  353. <title>10 Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker</title>
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  357. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:24:11 +0000</pubDate>
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  365. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They say the day you get into woodwork, quitting becomes a problem. Having just a few essential tools for a beginner woodworker is all you need to get started in woodworking.</span></p>
  366. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With good reasons too. Woodworking means different things to different people. This goes farther than the joy of creating beautiful or functional pieces. </span></p>
  367. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For some, woodworking is a way to create an income or additional income on the side. Others love the cathartic, stress-relieving properties of a good woodworking session. </span></p>
  368. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For some, it’s a means to get a muscle workout while being creative. </span></p>
  369. <p>For others it is just an outlet to make interesting things beyond furniture like for instance, <a href="https://www.wwgoa.com/article/how-to-make-a-longbow/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">longbows</a>.</p>
  370. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whatever the reason, the correct tools support your end game. If you are just discovering this art, here are the essential tools you should have in your woodworking toolbox.</span></p>
  371. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker #1 &#8211; Safety Gear</span></h2>
  372. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is not necessarily a tool but is an absolute must-have when engaging in any woodwork activity. </span></p>
  373. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If professional woodworkers put safety first after formal training and years of expertise: so should you. Without this, you risk inflicting small or even severe permanent injuries on yourself.</span></p>
  374. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gloves and safety goggles will offer ample protection against flying wood chips, dust and debris and minor tool mishaps. </span></p>
  375. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you will be working with power tools, hearing protection is required to protect you from hearing loss. A good quality facemask will also protect you from inhaling dust and particles, as well as from paint and varnish. </span></p>
  376. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker &#8211; Saws </span></h2>
  377. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Woodworking requires a lot of cutting. Saws are, however, not a one size fits all. Different saws accomplish different functions. Here are some saws to start off your cutting tools collection. </span></p>
  378. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#2 Handsaw</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></h3>
  379. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The handsaw is great for beginners because it’s lightweight and has no cords to wrangle while you work. </span></p>
  380. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#3 Circular saw</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></h3>
  381. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These feature a circular or round blade with sharp teeth to cut through wood. Circular saws are electric-powered, with different types and brands having different power ratings. </span></p>
  382. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Circular saws have three types of blades:</span></p>
  383. <ul>
  384. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ripping blades</span></li>
  385. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">crosscut blades</span></li>
  386. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">combination blades</span></li>
  387. </ul>
  388. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#4 Jigsaw</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span></h3>
  389. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The electric tools are designed to make curved, straight or winding cuts. They cut with up, down and back and forth movement. You can also make smaller, more intricate interior cuts with the jigsaw. </span></p>
  390. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker &#8211; Planing, Filing and Sanding</span></h2>
  391. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unless you are going for a rustic look and feel, the planks of wood you cut need some finishing to give it a better appearance. </span></p>
  392. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is where planning, sanding and filing tools come in. </span></p>
  393. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#5 Planes</span></h3>
  394. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-1311" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-1024x683.jpg" alt="woodworking essential tools for a beginner woodworker" width="1024" height="683" title="10 Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker 43" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-300x200.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-768x512.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/woodworking-tools-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" />
  395. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Planes are tools that use a fixed blade to shave wood fibres. This allows the object you&#8217;re making to take shape and become gradually smoother. The most common ones are:</span></p>
  396. <ul>
  397. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jack plane</span></li>
  398. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Block plane</span></li>
  399. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joining Plane</span></li>
  400. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rabbet plane</span></li>
  401. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Scraper plane</span></li>
  402. </ul>
  403. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#6 Orbital Sander</span></h3>
  404. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These use sandpaper pads to smoothen surfaces. Being electric, they tend to be faster and do not require as much energy to operate as manual sanding tools. </span></p>
  405. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Regular orbital sanders work in a circular motion, but leave swirl marks that are challenging to remove. A <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-is-the-best-random-orbital-sander/">random orbital sander</a> oscillates rather than circulates. This gives you a mark-free, silky finish. </span></p>
  406. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#7 Hand Files</span></h3>
  407. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Good quality hand files are durable and often inexpensive. These are excellent smoothing options especially for beginners. </span></p>
  408. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The main file choices to have are:</span></p>
  409. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rasps</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">: these have coarse teeth and rough edges. This is often the first file to be used as it shaves off larger chunks of wood before finer files take over. </span></p>
  410. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Half-round files</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">: these feature one rounded side and one flat surface. The two ends make it possible to work on both flat and curved wood pieces. </span></p>
  411. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mill files:</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> these have two flat surfaces, with one end being courser than the other. These files can also work on tight spaces thanks to their toothed edges. </span></p>
  412. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hand files are also often used to sharpen other bits and blades used in woodwork. </span></p>
  413. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assembly Tools</span></h2>
  414. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-1314" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening-684x1024.jpg" alt="hammers and screws essential tools for a beginner woodworker" width="684" height="1024" title="10 Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker 44" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening-684x1024.jpg 684w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening-200x300.jpg 200w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening-768x1150.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening-1026x1536.jpg 1026w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/fastening.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px" />
  415. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once wood planks are sized and smoothened adequately, they need to be put together to form the final product. </span></p>
  416. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assembly is dependent on two things: precision joints and fastening. </span></p>
  417. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The more common ones are:</span></p>
  418. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#8 Hammer</span></h3>
  419. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are different woodworking hammers to accomplish various tasks. The main ones are prying and pounding. </span></p>
  420. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">How well a hammer accomplishes these tasks is dependent on several factors. These are:</span></p>
  421. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hammer claw</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the claw design includes a hammer claw’s length and curve. Finishing hammers have longer claws while framing tools have straighter edges for splitting materials.</span></p>
  422. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Head design:</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> some hammerheads, especially finishing hammers, have smooth heads. On the other hand, framing hammers have serrated faces for prying fasteners and nails. </span></p>
  423. <p><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Handle design:</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> composite or wooden hammer handlers are great for beginners as they deliver minimal shock. Framing works better with steel handles, however. These have more shock, but steel makes them heavier, increasing their force. </span></p>
  424. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The main type of hammers are:</span></p>
  425. <ul>
  426. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finishing hammers which tend to be all-purpose</span></li>
  427. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Framing hammers with are heavier and sturdier</span></li>
  428. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tack hammers, ideal for small jobs and have no claws</span></li>
  429. </ul>
  430. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#9 Mallets</span></h3>
  431. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mallets are often confused with hammers. Mallets feature large wood or leather heads with detachable bits to allow various head sizes. </span></p>
  432. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unlike a hammer, mallets will absorb shock rather than discharge it. They also leave minimal striking marks, giving off a more refined finish. </span></p>
  433. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Measurement tools</span></h2>
  434. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It is said that a good woodworker measures twice and cuts once. </span></p>
  435. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These necessitate some good quality, easy to read measuring tools. The following are absolute must-haves in your toolbox. </span></p>
  436. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#10 Squares</span></h3>
  437. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A good assortment of squares is central to great woodwork pieces. Aside from allowing the creation of various angles, squares have measurements on them, making it possible to use them as rulers. </span></p>
  438. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The key squares to have are:</span></p>
  439. <ul>
  440. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Framing squares: these are large, right-angled for bigger tools</span></li>
  441. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Speed squares to check 45 and 90-degree cuts</span></li>
  442. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Try squares for smaller, right-angled for verifying squares </span></li>
  443. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">bevel squares to recreate existing angles</span></li>
  444. </ul>
  445. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">#11 Tape measure</span></h3>
  446. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-1312" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-1024x559.jpg" alt="measuring essential tools for a beginner woodworker" width="1024" height="559" title="10 Essential Tools for a Beginner Woodworker 45" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-1024x559.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-300x164.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-768x419.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-1536x838.jpg 1536w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/measuring-2048x1117.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></span></p>
  447. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You should have at least one tape measure in your woodworking kit. This can be:</span></p>
  448. <ul>
  449. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Retractable steel tapes: these are very common and come folded in a shell for easy handling</span></li>
  450. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Folding Rules: these are rigid measuring sticks that fold into several sections</span></li>
  451. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flexible reel tapes: these measure over 100 feet and come in both steel and fabric</span></li>
  452. <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Straight edges and yardsticks: these are ideal for laying straight lines</span></li>
  453. </ul>
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  477. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">Best Random Orbital Sander</span></h1>
  478. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">An electric sander should enable you to quickly achieve three vital sanding objectives before the power tool can earn the title of ‘Best Random Orbital Sander’. First, the random orbital electric sander should allow you to realize a flawless professional finish in a wide array of DIY sanding tasks, including:</span></p>
  479. <ul>
  480. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Smoothing down wood surfaces on new furniture to allow proper adhesion of an initial coating of wood varnish or paint</span></li>
  481. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Heavy-duty sanding in building construction and renovation, such as smoothing down wooden floorboards, decks, guard railing, staircases, patios, outside benches, etc.</span></li>
  482. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Thoroughly removing coats of old varnish and paint from wooden surfaces before the application of a different varnish or paint.</span></li>
  483. </ul>
  484. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Second, the power sander should feature a high material removal rate to ensure you spend the least amount of time carrying out sanding tasks. Third, the electric sanding tool should minimize the amount of dust produced as you perform various sanding operations.</span></p>
  485. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Luckily for you, the <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MLSS1SW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 Random Orbital Sander</a> ensures both professional woodworkers and DIY enthusiasts can easily achieve all three sanding objectives. This review article looks at the functional features, device specifications, performance capabilities and benefits of an electric sander worthy of the title of ‘best random orbital sander’.</span></p>
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  539. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Functional Features of Black &amp; Decker 5inch Random Orbital Sander</span></h2>
  540. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The BDERO100 is a 5inch random orbital sander from the Baltimore-based power tool manufacturer, Black &amp; Decker. This electric sander model comes with several features that make the power tool remarkably easy to use. The various functional features that you find on the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 include</span></p>
  541. <ul>
  542. <li style="font-weight: 400;">
  543. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hook and Loop Sandpaper Fastening</span></h3>
  544. </li>
  545. </ul>
  546. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MLSS1SW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1267 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk.jpg" alt="Random orbital sander velcro disk fastener" width="500" height="500" title="What Is The Best Random Orbital Sander For Woodworking 51" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a>
  547. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The backing pad of the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 random orbital sander is a circular disc with a diameter of 5inches. The 5inch backing disc is covered with a velcro-like adhesive material that features countless hooks. The hooks catch onto the loops found at the back of specially-designed sanding paper. The hook and loop attachment ensures your sandpaper is firmly fixed to the base of this electric sander as you sand down wooden surfaces. This sandpaper fastening mechanism also makes it remarkably easy to quickly peel off used sandpaper and replace it with a new sanding disc. This is different from <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander/">orbital sanders</a> where they take square sheets of sandpaper that is held on with mechanical clips.</span></p>
  548. <ul>
  549. <li style="font-weight: 400;">
  550. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dust-sealed switch</span></h3>
  551. </li>
  552. </ul>
  553. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The recessed power switch of the BDERO100 random orbital sander is housed within a tight-fitting enclosure. These design features ensure the power switch of the BDERO100 is fully protected from ultra-fine sanding dust. In the absence of sealing measures, super-fine dust infiltrates into the contact points of the button, causing it to fail. Consequently, the dust-sealed switch of the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 assures you of an extended tool life when you purchase this electric random orbital sander.</span></p>
  554. <ul>
  555. <li style="font-weight: 400;">
  556. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Random orbit action </span></h3>
  557. </li>
  558. </ul>
  559. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 random orbital sander comes with a powerful 2-ampere AC motor capable of attaining an impressive 12,000 Orbits per Minute (OPM). The patented gear mechanism attached to the high-torque motor of the BDERO100 guarantees the sanding disc moves through random orbits of rotation. The random orbital motion and high rotation rate of this electric sander allow you to achieve three desirable sanding performance outcomes easily:</span></p>
  560. <ol>
  561. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The complete elimination of cross-grain scratching on all wood surfaces you are sand down. Consequently, you achieve a perfectly smooth sanded surface when you use the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 Random Orbital Sander to carry out a wide array of sanding tasks.</span></li>
  562. </ol>
  563. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  564. <ol>
  565. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A high material removal rate from target surfaces, which translates to reduced turnaround time in your sanding operations. As a result, you realize considerable time saving when you use this Black &amp; Decker electric sander for your sanding tasks.</span></li>
  566. </ol>
  567. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  568. <ol>
  569. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The rapid removal of material from surfaces makes it possible for you to use the BDERO100 random orbit sander to shape wooden workpieces to precise dimensions. Therefore, you can use this electric sander to perfect concave and convex surfaces on furniture pieces such as chair and table legs, wooden tabletops, headboards, etc.</span></li>
  570. </ol>
  571. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  572. <ul>
  573. <li style="font-weight: 400;">
  574. <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Runtime Duct Removal</span></h3>
  575. </li>
  576. </ul>
  577. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As you use the BDERO100 random orbital sander, the fine dust that is generated is efficiently sucked into the device via a series of perforations on both the sanding disc and the backing pad. The vacuum system of this electric sander conveys the collected debris into a side-mounted dust bag. Since vacuumed sanding dust is ultra-fine, you can carry out prolonged sanding operations without having to empty the high-capacity dust bag.</span></p>
  578. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MLSS1SW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1276 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/best-random-orbital-sander-dust-woodworking.jpg" alt="best random orbital sander dust woodworking" width="500" height="500" title="What Is The Best Random Orbital Sander For Woodworking 52" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/best-random-orbital-sander-dust-woodworking.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/best-random-orbital-sander-dust-woodworking-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/best-random-orbital-sander-dust-woodworking-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a>
  579. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once the dust bag fills up, the BDERO100 electric sander goes into automatic shutoff mode. You then empty the reusable dust bag in three simple steps.</span></p>
  580. <ol>
  581. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">An anticlockwise half-turn of the dust bag container allows you to disconnect it from the electric sander easily.</span></li>
  582. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">You then remove the dust bag, empty its contents into a waste bin, replace the dust bag into its purpose-built container, and finally reconnect the container to the BDERO100 power sander.</span></li>
  583. </ol>
  584. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Using the BDERO100 Random Orbit Sander</span></h2>
  585. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You begin using the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 by mounting the desired grit of sandpaper to the electric sander. The sandpaper you use with the BDERO100 should feature a fabric back that allows firm hook-and-loop attachment to the backing disc. Note that this Black &amp; Decker power sander comes with free ten circular sanding discs included in the package.</span></p>
  586. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MLSS1SW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1261 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander.jpg" alt="What is a random orbit sander" width="500" height="500" title="What Is The Best Random Orbital Sander For Woodworking 53" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a>
  587. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you successfully mount sandpaper to the BDERO100, you then turn on the power switch before you place the power tool onto the target surface. Doing so ensures the 2-ampere high-torque motor warms up adequately. You then firmly grip the round top of the <a href="https://www.wwgoa.com/video/how-to-use-a-random-orbit-sander-002010/" data-schema-attribute="" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">electric sander</a> as systemically sand down the wooden surface using easy to-and-fro motions. </span></p>
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  593. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Verdict on if the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 is the Best Random Orbital Sander</span></h2>
  594. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are several reasons why you should consider the BDERO100 electric sander the best random orbital sander in the market. The two most significant reasons are:</span></p>
  595. <ul>
  596. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The remarkable ease with which you can achieve immaculately smooth sanded surfaces while carrying out a wide array of sanding operations using the BDERO100 power sander.</span></li>
  597. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The notably short turnaround time when using this Black &amp; Decker electric sander for your sanding tasks, allowing you to realize considerable time savings.</span></li>
  598. </ul>
  599. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Note that in addition to exceptional sanding performance, you can also use the Black &amp; Decker BDERO100 random orbital sander to shape workpieces in your DIY woodworking projects.</span></p>
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  625. <li>
  626. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Random orbital action for high removal rate and a high quality finish</span>
  627. </li>
  628. <li>
  629. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Hook and loop system for fast and easy paper changes</span>
  630. </li>
  631. <li>
  632. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Dust sealed switch to keep all dust and debris out</span>
  633. </li>
  634. <li>
  635. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Included Components: (1) BDERO100 Sander, (1) Sanding Sheet, (1) Dust Bag</span>
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  671. <title>What is a Random Orbit Sander? 4 Useful Things You Can Use It For.</title>
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  674. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  675. <pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2020 04:57:51 +0000</pubDate>
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  679. <description><![CDATA[What is a Random Orbit Sander? A Random Orbit Sander is a woodworking power tool featuring a circular piece of heavy-duty sandpaper mounted on a round metallic pad connected to a high-torque AC motor. This handy woodworking tool, also known as a Rotary Sander, significantly reduces the time and effort you would spend carrying out [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  681. <a class="featured_image_link" href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="500" height="500" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="What is a random orbit sander" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-is-a-random-orbit-sander-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" title="What is a Random Orbit Sander? 4 Useful Things You Can Use It For. 57"></a>
  682. </div>
  683. <h1><b>What is a Random Orbit Sander?</b></h1>
  684. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Random Orbit Sander is a woodworking power tool featuring a circular piece of heavy-duty sandpaper mounted on a round metallic pad connected to a high-torque AC motor. This handy woodworking tool, also known as a Rotary Sander, significantly reduces the time and effort you would spend carrying out manual wood sanding on wooden surfaces. You can use a random orbit sander to efficiently perform a wide array of sanding tasks, including:</span></p>
  685. <ul>
  686. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stripping layers of old paint from wooden surfaces when intending to apply a fresh coat of the same or different colored paint</span></li>
  687. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Removing varnish from furniture surfaces to allow proper application of a new wood finish</span></li>
  688. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Smoothing down wooden surfaces before applying a coating of wood varnish or paint </span></li>
  689. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tackling large-scale sanding tasks on wooden building projects such as wooden floors, staircases, decks, patios, railing, and so forth.</span></li>
  690. </ul>
  691. <h2><b>Random Orbit Sander versus Orbital Sander</b></h2>
  692. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Another electric sanding tool that is remarkably easy to confuse with the random orbit sander is the Orbital Sander. You can use an orbital sander to carry out similar sanding tasks as those performed using a random orbital sander. However, differences in the mode of operation of these two power sanders make each electric sander more suited to specific sanding tasks. </span></p>
  693. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Therefore, you need to learn the unique differences between random orbit and orbital sanders if you want to optimize your sanding tasks. Luckily, the woodworking knowledge presented in the next section of this article ensures you always choose the right electric sander for the right job.</span></p>
  694. <h3><b>Visual Differences Between Random Orbit and Orbital Sanders </b></h3>
  695. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Distinguishing between a random orbit sander and an orbital one is the first thing you need to know before you can adequately utilize these powered sanding tools. This feat involves looking for distinct external features that characterize these two electric sanding tools.  Visible traits you can use to identify either type of sander correctly include: &#8211;</span></p>
  696. <ul>
  697. <li>
  698. <h4><b>The shape of the Mounting/Backing Pad</b></h4>
  699. </li>
  700. </ul>
  701. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Both sanders require you to attach a piece of sandpaper to the mounting pad before you can embark on a sanding operation. The mounting pad of a random orbit sander is circular, while an orbital sander is square or rectangular.</span></p>
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  703. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJWLVM6?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1262 size-full aligncenter" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Orbital-sander.jpg" alt="Orbital sander Square mounting" width="500" height="500" title="What is a Random Orbit Sander? 4 Useful Things You Can Use It For. 58" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Orbital-sander.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Orbital-sander-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Orbital-sander-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a>
  704. <p class="caption" style="text-align: center;">sandpaper mount of a common orbital sander</p>
  705. </div>
  706. <ul>
  707. <li>
  708. <h4><b>The shape of the Sandpaper</b></h4>
  709. </li>
  710. </ul>
  711. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The shape of the sandpaper you use with either electric sander depends on the mounting pad&#8217;s shape. Consequently, the mounting pad on an orbital sander requires that you attach a rectangular 9inch by 11inch sandpaper. On the other hand, you can only mount disc-shaped sandpaper when using a random orbit sander for powered sanding tasks. </span></p>
  712. <ul>
  713. <li>
  714. <h4><b>Sandpaper Fastening Mechanism</b></h4>
  715. </li>
  716. </ul>
  717. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Loading a piece of sandpaper to a random orbit sander involves aligning perforations on sanding discs to tiny hooks on the underside of the mounting or backing pad. The recessed hooks on a random orbit sander ensure the circular sandpaper stays in place as you meticulously sand a wooden surface.</span></p>
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  719. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MLSS1SW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1267 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk.jpg" alt="Random orbital sander velcro disk fastener" width="500" height="500" title="What is a Random Orbit Sander? 4 Useful Things You Can Use It For. 59" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk.jpg 500w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/what-is-a-random-orbit-sander-disk-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a>
  720. <p class="caption">Random orbital sander velcro disk attachment</p>
  721. </div>
  722. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In comparison, the fastening mechanism on an orbital sander cons</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">ists of two wire clips located on top of the backing pad. These stainless steel clips firmly hold the two ends of rectangular or square sandpaper to the pad as you perform a sanding operation.</span></p>
  723. <h3><b>Sanding Capabilities of a Random Orbit versus an Orbital Sander</b></h3>
  724. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to differences in exterior appearance, a random orbit sander&#8217;s sanding abilities differ markedly from that of an orbital sander. This performance difference arises from how each power sander operates, as outlined below.</span></p>
  725. <h4><b>Using a Random Orbit Sander</b></h4>
  726. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After you attach a sanding disc to a random orbit sander, you power up the tool and press the tool&#8217;s sanding end onto the target wood. The sanding&#8217;s high-torque AC motor causes the rotation of the sanding disc over a target area equivalent to the diameter of the disc. Proper sanding using a random orbit sander involves moving the rotating sanding pad of this electric sander systemically over a wooden surface.</span></p>
  727. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During a sanding operation using a random orbit sander, a mechanism below the AC motor ensures that the sanding pad moves in random concentric orbits over the wooden surface. This precise but random rotational motion ensures that this electric sander avoids creating distinct sanding patterns on the surface that you are sanding. </span></p>
  728. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a  result, using a random orbit sander allows you to realize an impeccably smooth surface with minimal cross-grain scratching. Furthermore, this electric sander&#8217;s random circular motion allows you a high material removal rate from a wooden surface.</span></p>
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  734. <h4><b>Using an Orbital Sander</b></h4>
  735. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As with a random orbit sander, you begin your sanding task with an orbital sander by first attaching rectangular or square sandpaper to the backing pad. You then power up this electric sander and press it firmly against the target wooden surface. However, unlike a random orbit sander whose AC motor generates a circular sanding motion, the motor of an orbital sander causes the mounting/backing pad&#8217;s to-and-fro movement.</span></p>
  736. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a result, you achieve a sanded surface bearing distinct sanding patterns with clearly visible cross-grain scratching when you use this electric sander. Furthermore, the <a href="https://www.wwgoa.com/videos/how-to-use-a-sander/" data-schema-attribute="mentions" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sanding end of this woodworking</a> power tool&#8217;s basic to-and-from movement translates to a low material-removal rate when you are using an orbit sander.</span></p>
  737. <h2><b>What is a Random Orbit Sander and Why use One Over an Orbital Sander?</b></h2>
  738. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Using a random orbit sander for your sanding tasks provides you with notable advantages over using an orbital sander. First and foremost, you attain a significantly higher rate of material removal from wooden surfaces when using a random orbit sander than possible with an orbital electric sander. Second, choosing a random orbit sander for your sanding tasks allows you to realize a smoother wood sanding finish than with an orbital sander. The outcome is that a random orbit sander allows you to use far less time and effort to perform similar sanding tasks than would be necessary with an orbital sander.</span></p>
  739. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consequently, a random orbit sander&#8217;s faster and smoother sanding performance makes this electric sanding tool a better fit for powered sanding tasks than an orbital sander. However, a random orbit sander&#8217;s circular pad is why this electric sanding tool falls short when intending to smooth out corners and angled surfaces. </span></p>
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  742. <p><a href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-is-the-best-random-orbital-sander/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you want to see a more in depth review of what I consider the best random orbit sander (especially for the money) click here.</span></a></p>
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  745. <p>Here are 2 budget options for sanders depending on your needs. Both are the top of the class on Amazon and very reasonably priced.</p>
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  769.                    
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  771. <li>
  772. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Random orbital action for high removal rate and a high quality finish</span>
  773. </li>
  774. <li>
  775. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Hook and loop system for fast and easy paper changes</span>
  776. </li>
  777. <li>
  778. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Dust sealed switch to keep all dust and debris out</span>
  779. </li>
  780. <li>
  781. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Included Components: (1) Sander, (1) Sanding Sheet, (1) Dust Bag</span>
  782. </li>
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  898. <title>Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit?</title>
  899. <link>https://daddystayshome.com/beginner-blacksmith-kit-just-add-heat-and-beat/</link>
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  901. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  902. <pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 15:03:56 +0000</pubDate>
  903. <category><![CDATA[DIY Woodworking & Blacksmithing]]></category>
  904. <category><![CDATA[beginner]]></category>
  905. <category><![CDATA[beginner blacksmith kit]]></category>
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  912. <description><![CDATA[​Blacksmithing is a hobby that is growing in popularity all over the world, as people develop a new interest in exploring this ancient art form and learning to work and shape metal with their hands. It&#8217;s a fantastic way to develop a deeper understanding of the art and science of metalworking, and to make things [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  914. <a class="featured_image_link" href="https://daddystayshome.com/beginner-blacksmith-kit-just-add-heat-and-beat/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="375" height="500" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="Beginner Blacksmith Tools" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit.jpg 375w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-113x150.jpg 113w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-225x300.jpg 225w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-29x38.jpg 29w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-188x250.jpg 188w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-75x100.jpg 75w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-300x400.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/beginner-blacksmith-kit-362x483.jpg 362w" sizes="(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px" title="Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit? 65"></a>
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  916. <p><strong>​</strong>Blacksmithing is a hobby that is growing in popularity all over the world, as people develop a new interest in exploring this ancient art form and learning to work and shape metal with their hands. It&#8217;s a fantastic way to develop a deeper understanding of the art and science of metalworking, and to make things that you can enjoy for years to come.</p>
  917. <p>If you have an interest in taking up blacksmithing, but don&#8217;t know where to begin, a beginner kit is a great investment in the first set of tools and equipment you need to become a blacksmith. A <em>beginner blacksmith kit</em> gives you everything you need to get started, in a complete, convenient package. Just add a hard flat object to hit stuff on (really any piece of steel will do fine to start) and a way to heat the metal (<a href="https://daddystayshome.com/a-guide-to-blacksmith-tools-for-beginners/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="100">check out some easy to make forges here</a>) They also make great gifts for aspiring blacksmiths. Here are some of the best <strong>beginner blacksmith kits.</strong></p>
  918. <p>Each one offers a different set of items from just basic hammers to including tongs and safety gear. Have a look and choose the ones that fit what you need to get started.</p>
  919. <p><strong>​</strong>​​​​</p>
  920. <h2>Goplus Tools 5-Piece Blacksmith Starter Kit</h2>
  921. <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X5S8L2G?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" data-lasso-id="101"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07X5S8L2G&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;tag=daddystayshome-20" alt="Beginner Blacksmith Kit" width="250" height="250" border="0" title="Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit? 66"></a>This beginner blacksmith hammer set from Goplus is a complete set of hammers for different purposes. The set includes:</p>
  922. <ul>
  923. <li>2 ball pein hammers for reshaping metal surfaces, riveting, and rounding edges of metal pins and fasteners</li>
  924. <li>1 rubber mallet for shaping mortar beds, or working with wood, soft metal, or tiles</li>
  925. <li>1 sledgehammer for small demolition jobs like breaking concrete and drywall or for driving stakes</li>
  926. <li>1 cross pein hammer for shaping and bending unhardened metal, or for shaping brick and stone blocks</li>
  927. </ul>
  928. <p>The heads are made of forged, polished steel for strength and durability. The handles are made of fibreglass, with solid cores that absorb vibration and shock and reduce fatigue. The handles are covered with non-slip plastic and have rubber grips for a lasting, secure hold.</p>
  929. <p>These hammers have great grip and shock absorption that let you to work comfortably for long periods and are an excellent size and weight for maximum efficiency.</p>
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  932. </div>
  933. <h2></h2>
  934. <h2>Whitlox Hammer &amp; Tongs Blacksmith Starter Kit</h2>
  935. <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JCXQB9R?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" data-lasso-id="103"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07JCXQB9R&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;tag=daddystayshome-20" alt="Blacksmith Starter Kit" width="188" height="250" border="0" title="Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit? 67"></a>The Hammer &amp; Tongs <em>Blacksmith Starter Kit</em> from Whitlox is a 6-item bundle great for the beginning blacksmith, with high-quality tools that will be used for years to come. The set comes with:</p>
  936. <ul>
  937. <li>A Chicago Electric leather apron designed to protect you and your clothes from hot sparks. It has four pockets to keep your tools and supplies close at hand, neck and waist straps for a comfortable fit, and double-stitched seams for durability</li>
  938. <li>A steel brush with a long, easy-grip handle and durable steel bristles perfect for knocking off scale.</li>
  939. <li>A Kseibi cross pein hammer made of high-carbon steel with high hardness and a durable wooden handle. This hammer has a size and weight meant to reinforce good form and reduce vibration and fatigue.</li>
  940. <li>Western Safety clear safety glasses for rugged eye protection.</li>
  941. <li>Whitlox 16-inch wolf jaw tongs sized to grab and hold many sizes and shapes of stock. These tongs grip securely both end-on and cross-way, and are sturdy and lightweight. The ball ends provide grip and ease of use. These tongs are well-designed and versatile, ideal for beginner blacksmiths who don&#8217;t have a different pair of tongs for every purpose.</li>
  942. <li>Natural beeswax to provide a professional finishing touch to forged pieces. Beeswax closes the pores in metal, protecting it from water that can lead to corrosion and rust, and also provides a natural, attractive, slightly glossy finish.</li>
  943. </ul>
  944. <p>With the basics of safety gear, the two most important tools, and even finishing brushes and beeswax, this set is a great start for a beginner blacksmith to work their first metal from beginning to end. Despite being a beginner kit, the components are rugged and durable, high-quality and designed to last for years to come.</p>
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  946. <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JCXQB9R?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" data-schema-attribute="" target="_blank">Check Out Why This Is One Of The Best Selling Kits On Amazon.</a></p>
  947. </div>
  948. <h2></h2>
  949. <h2>Blacksmith Tongs Beginner Kit</h2>
  950. <p><a class="amalinkspro-img-link apilink" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TT4XDV9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="B07TT4XDV9"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft" src="https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41k0W5kUgfL._SL160_.jpg" alt="BetterForge Blacksmith Tongs Set - Starter Kit - Wolf Jaw Plus V-bit Tongs" width="148" height="160" title="Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit? 68"></a>Including both Wolfjaw tongs, <em>my favorite all round style of tongs</em>, and V-bit tongs. This Starter kit will handle most all of your blacksmith needs until you develop the skill to tackle harder projects. By then you will have the skills to make tongs that fit your needs!</p>
  951. <p>They open at about a 45 degrees and can hold both flat and round stock at 1/4 to 3/8 inch securely. Perfect for new blacksmiths.</p>
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  954. </div>
  955. <h5></h5>
  956. <h2>Beginner Knifemaking Tongs Set</h2>
  957. <p><a class="amalinkspro-img-link apilink" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087X5P8PW?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="B087X5P8PW"><img decoding="async" class="alignleft" src="https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51d2GV54WXL._SL160_.jpg" alt="Knife Making Tongs Set Tools Assembled Knife Making Blacksmith Bladesmith Anvil Forge-3PCs" title="Is There A Best Beginner Blacksmith Kit? 69"></a>If you are planning to make knives these specialized tongs are exactly what you need to securely hold your <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/best-scrap-metal-to-use-for-knife-making/">knife making steel billets.</a></p>
  958. <ul class="a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini">
  959. <li><span class="a-list-item">V-Bit Blade Tongs &#8211; Extremely versatile and effective in respect to handling wider flat stock sizes up to 1 1/2 inches , 1/4 inch thickness or less.Designed with deep V Groves in the jaws to insure your flat stock stays deadlocked while delivering heavy hammer blows.</span></li>
  960. <li><span class="a-list-item">Blade Tongs &#8211; Will handle a variety of stock thickness from 1/8 to 3/8 inches. Allowing easy transitions from forge to anvil. Designed for Knife-smiths these tongs will allow you to grip the knife in various positions when drawing out the blade.</span></li>
  961. <li><span class="a-list-item">Flat Tongs &#8211; For 1/4 inch Flat Stock. These tongs are made out of thinner material, making the tongs lighter and easier to handle when working with smaller stock sizes. They are great for almost any project and can be shaped into box jaw, wolf jaw, or v-bit tongs to hold various sizes of metal.</span></li>
  962. <li><span class="a-list-item">Material: Forged from high quality steel round stock providing the user with a comfortable grip. Finished with non-slip wax to protect from rust and corrosion. All tongs measure approximately 15 1/2 to 16 inches making them easy to maneuver in addition to keeping your hands a safe distance from the forge when removing steel.</span></li>
  963. </ul>
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  966. </div>
  967. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  968. <h2>Beginner BlackSmith Forges</h2>
  969. <p>There are several ways to go with a blacksmith forge, the biggest decision is the type of fuel it will use. Coal, Propane and Charcoal are the big 3 and they all have pros and cons. Propane is easy to source but can get expensive (a 20lb bottle usually last me about 4 hours of forge time). Coal is very dirty and learning to manage the fire is an entire skill in itself and IMO not worth the trouble when starting out. Charcoal is a middle ground between the ease of propane and the high heat of coal. Here are couple of great options for a forge for the beginner blacksmith.</p>
  970. <h2>Whitlox Wood Fired Forges</h2>
  971. <p>There are 2 sizes of this forge available. I have one and use it regularly even though I have a <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/how-much-propane-does-a-forge-use/" data-schema-attribute="">propane forge</a> as well. There is just something about tending the fire that feels right when blacksmithing. Both of these forges will run on lump charcoal (avoid charcoal briquettes if possible) and even scraps of wood will work just fine. They very easily get hot enough to forge weld and will even melt steel if you aren&#8217;t careful.</p>
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  1048. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable"> Complete Blacksmith forge with blower, optimized for charcoal or wood fuel</span>
  1049. </li>
  1050. </ul>
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  1076. <p>For a propane forge I&#8217;d go with a simple all included kit. You can make one yourself but having been down that road it is a lot of hassle to find all of the parts from specialized gas fittings to ceramic blankets and rigidizer. Instead I&#8217;d recommend a beginner forge kit like this one that has everything and comes with instructions.</p>
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  1091.  
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  1096.                <div class="amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-info">
  1097.                    <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-4-titlebox " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMNTW62?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Portable Propane Gas Forge Single Burner Knife and Tool Making Blacksmith Farrier Forge with Stand</a>
  1098.                    <div class="showcase-4-features">
  1099.                    
  1100.                    
  1101.                     <ul>
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  1103. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">The Burner Nozzle is made from SS-304 material</span>
  1104. </li>
  1105. <li>
  1106. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Heating zone is lined with 1 in. thick ceramic fiber blanket which is coated by Rigidizer, It can resist 2600° Fahrenheit (1425° Celsius Approx.) so we can say that it can reach up to welding temperature and it also reduce fuel consumption too, 1 in. thick refractory fire brick will be placed at the floor to provide superior strength, durability and resist high velocity firing, And all this refractory materials are easy to replace</span>
  1107. </li>
  1108. <li>
  1109. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Powerful burner gives out a neutral flame by leaving a small amount of oxygen for scaling, burner has High quality nozzle made from SS-304 for increase the efficiency of burner with the help of air chock valve (top of the burner) to create adjustable air flow control to get maximum combustion as you need a different quantity of air on different pressure you can adjust the air chock valve to regulate the specific amount of air to mix with the propane during combustion to reach forging temp.</span>
  1110. </li>
  1111. <li>
  1112. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">You can check Pressure in manometer to adjust gas pressure from regulator to control gas consumption</span>
  1113. </li>
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  1115. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">We give Complementary Ceramic Blanket Piece to insulate burner pipe (gap between burner and forge) which helps maintain heat inside fo</span>
  1116. </li>
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  1143.  
  1144.    
  1145. <h2>The Anvil</h2>
  1146. <p>Finally, the anvil. THe big heavy hunk of metal you hit things on. The most important things about an anvil are the</p>
  1147. <p>1) Rebound. How much of the energy bounces back up into your blow rather than being absorbed into the anvil. Having bad rebound means you have to work harder to move hot iron and will tire much faster.</p>
  1148. <p>2) Mass under the working face. The more mass under your blows that easier it will be to move the hot steel. This is why anvils are super heavy (more mass).</p>
  1149. <p>A premium anvil for a working smith can easily run into the several thousands of dollars range and is overkill for a starting blacksmith.</p>
  1150. <p>Typically you want a forged anvil not a cast iron anvil since the cast iron ones have typically worse rebound. However a small forged anvil like this one.</p>
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  1164. <a class="alp-showcase-img-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0711S15YH?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
  1165.  
  1166.                     </span>
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  1170.                <div class="amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-info">
  1171.                    <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-4-titlebox " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0711S15YH?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">KNIFE Making Blacksmith Step Horn 20# Pound Solid FORGED STEEL ANVIL w holes</a>
  1172.                    <div class="showcase-4-features">
  1173.                    
  1174.                    
  1175.                     <ul>
  1176. <li>
  1177. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Hardened and Tempered STEEL, it also has a beautiful ring to it!!</span>
  1178. </li>
  1179. <li>
  1180. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Hardy Hole 5/8 inch x 5/8 inch square 12 tip to tip</span>
  1181. </li>
  1182. <li>
  1183. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Horn: Widest 3 x 1 3/4 then tapers</span>
  1184. </li>
  1185. <li>
  1186. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Working Surface: 9 x 3 1/2 widest point Base 9 x 3 1/4</span>
  1187. </li>
  1188. <li>
  1189. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Heat Treated Surface Mounting ho</span>
  1190. </li>
  1191. </ul>
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  1218.    
  1219. <p>At only 20lbs it is pretty light and will bounce like crazy when struck until it is permanently mounted. For a similar price you can get started with a cast iron anvil that is far heavier and will let you get going in the hobby with less hassle.</p>
  1220.  
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  1233. <a class="alp-showcase-img-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073654FWH?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
  1234.  
  1235.                     </span>
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  1239.                <div class="amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col amalinkspro-showcase-stats-col-info">
  1240.                    <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-4-titlebox " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073654FWH?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Olympia Tools 100-Pound Cast Iron Anvil</a>
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  1245. <li>
  1246. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">CAST IRON ANVIL: Hammer and form any metal work piece with this 100-pound anvil featuring a graded cast iron body in Olympia hammertone grey with polished surface and log shaped horn.</span>
  1247. </li>
  1248. <li>
  1249. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">ERGONOMIC DESIGN: This solid and durable cast iron anvil features secure holes on all four sides of its base, enabling you to mount it firmly to your workspace for safe use. Polished area: 13 x 4.25</span>
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  1284.    
  1285. <p>At 100lbs this anvil will take your hardest blows and not budge. The fact that it has Free Shipping will save you more than the cost of the anvil just in shipping fees.</p>
  1286. <h2>Wrapping it up</h2>
  1287. <p>A <em>beginner blacksmithing tool kit</em> is a fantastic way to start a blacksmithing hobby, taking some of the guesswork out of buying all the tools, supplies, and equipment you need to start enjoying the satisfaction of working with metal.</p>
  1288. <p>Over time, as a person builds skill and expertise, or as projects get more complex, it is natural to gain a greater understanding of which tools are best for your work and your needs, and to start purchasing (or even making) more advanced, customized tools. But this understanding often only comes with time and experience, and in the beginning,  you have to start somewhere.</p>
  1289. <p>These kits will put any beginner blacksmith off on the right foot, with the<a href="https://daddystayshome.com/types-of-blacksmithing-hammers-and-their-uses/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="108"> basic tools</a> and equipment they need to get started with blacksmithing and metallurgy.</p>
  1290. <p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span class="highlight">See the best selling (and I think the best overall) beginner blacksmith kit on Amazon and read the reviews to see why by <a href="https://amzn.to/2NQPI5S" rel="nofollow noopener" data-lasso-id="109" target="_blank">Clicking Here.</a></span></strong></p>
  1291. <p>More Guides By Me:</p>
  1292. <blockquote><p><a href="https://daddystayshome.com/how-to-forge-a-knife-for-beginners/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="110">Want to learn how to forge your first knife? Check out my beginners guide</a></p>
  1293. <p><a href="https://daddystayshome.com/best-blacksmithing-books-for-beginners/" data-lasso-id="111">Looking to improve your skills or learn new projects? See the Best Blacksmithing Books I use</a>.</p>
  1294. <p><a href="https://daddystayshome.com/a-guide-to-blacksmith-tools-for-beginners/" data-lasso-id="112">Completely new to Blacksmithing and want to know what the tools and equipment you need are?</a></p></blockquote>
  1295. <p><span style="font-family: 'Roboto Condensed'; font-weight: 400;"><strong>-THE STAY AT HOME DAD</strong></span></p>
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  1302. <title>Best Treadmill For Running On A Budget Under $500</title>
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  1306. <pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2020 01:10:09 +0000</pubDate>
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  1310. <description><![CDATA[What Is The Best Treadmill For Running On A Budget Under $500? I discovered a new problem with taking up running as a hobby. As you might know I live in Canada in the Rockies and we get snow and cold here for a good portion of the year. Where I live we can often get [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  1314. <h1 style="text-align: center;" data-css="tve-u-1666df65d92"><strong>What Is The <span data-css="tve-u-1666df78dcf">Best Treadmill For Running On A Budget Under $500?</span></strong></h1>
  1315. <p class="tve_p_left"><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">I discovered a new problem with taking up running as a hobby. As you might know I live in Canada in the Rockies and we get snow and cold here for a good portion of the year. Where I live we can often get a foot or more overnight, which is great for the ski hill but it makes running difficult and dangerous. </span></p>
  1316. <p><span class="tve_image_frame" style="width: 100%;"><a href="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains.jpg" rel="" data-lasso-id="15"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="tve_image wp-image-467" style="width: 100%;" title="snowy mountains" src="//daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains.jpg" alt="snowy mountains" width="2464" height="680" data-id="467" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains.jpg 2464w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-150x41.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-300x83.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-768x212.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-1024x283.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-38x10.jpg 38w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-250x69.jpg 250w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-729x201.jpg 729w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-878x242.jpg 878w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snowy-mountains-1058x292.jpg 1058w" sizes="(max-width: 2464px) 100vw, 2464px" /></a></span></p>
  1317. <p class="tve_p_left"><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">I need to find an option for those days when going outside for a run is not in the cards. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">If I was in a large city then there would be gyms with running tracks but the nearest indoor track is in a town an hour away from my little town. Also having the kids to keep watch over is difficult after my wife is working so I typically go running very early in the morning before I’m on my own. The best solution for me is a treadmill, but I don’t want to break the bank.</span></p>
  1318. <p class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b"> This left me asking myself “What is the best treadmill for running on a budget?” If you are in a hurry, and just what to know what I decided </span><a href="https://amzn.to/2NIlM8b" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="16"><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">click here to see the Treadmill on Amazon</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">.What should I be looking for? What are the ‘must have’ features and the ‘nice to have’ features I might be able to live without? I started by seeing what the experts say at </span><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b"><a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/what-to-look-for-in-a-home-treadmill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" data-lasso-id="17">Harvard Medical School</a></span><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">​.</span></p>
  1319. <p class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">They boiled down the must haves to:</span></p>
  1320. <ul class="">
  1321. <li class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">​A strong motor</span></li>
  1322. <li class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">Deck that is long enough for your stride</span></li>
  1323. <li class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">Sturdy frame</span><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b"> </span></li>
  1324. </ul>
  1325. <p class="class="><span style="font-weight: 400;" data-css="tve-u-1666dfb478b">​I decided to have a look at what is available out there now since the last time I used a treadmill was in High School, I remember running on that treadmill with a yellow sport Walkman listening to a cassette tape by this new group called Nirvana, so let’s just say it was a long time ago…. I’m going to assume technology has changed since then. </span></p>
  1326. <p>Here are some of the best selling treadmills on Amazon.</p>
  1327. [table id=4 /]
  1328. <p>To my surprise all of the best rated treadmills are well under $1000. Perhaps it is just me but I thought you couldn&#8217;t get a decent budget treadmill under $1000 when in fact all the treadmills I listed above except for the NordicTrack are under $500.</p>
  1329. <p>What separates the low priced Merax JK1603E  from the more expensive NordicTrack T 6.5 S?</p>
  1330. <p>3 key features will have the largest  effect on the quality of your run. Other features will make runs more enjoyable, like having a sound system built in or more pre-programed workouts. However if you can&#8217;t actually run on the treadmill those extra features won&#8217;t make a difference to running you aren&#8217;t doing. These 3 things will make or break a treadmill so I need one that checks all the boxes and possibly throws in a few extras if it doesn&#8217;t cost an arm and a leg.</p>
  1331. <h2 class="text-center-mobile tve_p_center" style="font-size: 25px; line-height: 1.2em; color: #333333; margin-bottom: 5px !important;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3e14a9"><span class="tve_custom_font_size rft" style="font-size: 35px;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e2"><span style="color: var(--tcb-color-0);" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e4"><strong>#1 Size of</strong></span><strong> the running area</strong></span></h2>
  1332. <p class="tve_p_left">For running you really want to have a belt that is at least 16 inches wide and 48 inches long. Too narrow and you are going to feel like it&#8217;s a struggle to not accidentally step off the side of the belt. Too short and when you get up to a running speed your stride will be longer than the belt and you will have to slow down to not fall off the end.</p>
  1333. <h2 class="text-center-mobile tve_p_center" style="font-size: 25px; line-height: 1.2em; color: #333333; margin-bottom: 5px !important;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3e14a9"><span class="tve_custom_font_size rft" style="font-size: 35px;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e2"><span style="color: var(--tcb-color-0);" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e4"><strong>#2</strong></span><strong> Speed</strong></span></h2>
  1334. <p class="tve_p_left">If all you plan to do is walk, this won&#8217;t matter much but if you plan to run on your treadmill it had better be able to keep up. Aim for a max speed no less than about 10 Mph</p>
  1335. <h2 class="text-center-mobile tve_p_center" style="font-size: 25px; line-height: 1.2em; color: #333333; margin-bottom: 5px !important;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3e14a9"><span class="tve_custom_font_size rft" style="font-size: 35px;" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e2"><span style="color: var(--tcb-color-0);" data-css="tve-u-1660c3dd0e4"><strong>#3</strong></span><strong> Horsepower</strong></span></h2>
  1336. <p class="tve_p_left">The power of the motor in the treadmill will have a massive impact on how the treadmill performs. An under-powered motor will bog down and struggle to keep the belt moving at a constant rate when your foot strikes. Imagine if you were running outside and the road wobbled a bit every time your foot hit the ground, that&#8217;s what an under-powered motor will be like. Aim for something in the 2.25 hp or higher range for smooth running.</p>
  1337. <p class="tve_p_left">How do our bestselling treadmills stack up?</p>
  1338. [table id=5 /]
  1339. <h3><strong>Results and </strong><strong>Decisions</strong></h3>
  1340. <p class="tve_p_left">It is pretty easy to see that least expensive Merax just won&#8217;t work for running since it lacks all of the main features needed. Unsurprisingly the most expensive treadmill on our list, the NordicTrack, checks all the boxes. Both the Weslo and Xterra treadmills fill all the basic requirements and are in the mid-range of these budget treadmills.</p>
  1341. <p class="tve_p_left">It really comes down to spending a few extra dollars to get some nice to have features. Personally the <a href="https://amzn.to/2NIlM8b" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="18">Xterra Fitness TR150</a> with extra incline setting and heart rate monitor on the hand grips instead of a thumb sensor on the console are worth it to me over the <a href="https://amzn.to/2CJzbfg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-lasso-id="19">Weslo Cadence G 5.9i</a>. However you really could not go wrong with either and both are excellent choices for a budget treadmill for running.</p>
  1342. <h2>My Top Pick For The Best Treadmill For Running On a Budget</h2>
  1343. <h3><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0L0D90?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener" data-schema-attribute="" target="_blank">XTERRA Fitness TR150 Folding Treadmill</a></h3>
  1344. <p style="text-align: left;">The best blend of features without the hefty price tag makes this the best treadmill for running on a budget under $500</p>
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  1447. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Large 16 X 50 Walking/running surface</span>
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  1450. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Large 5 inch LCD display is easy to read and keeps you updated on speed, incline, time, distance, calories, and pulse</span>
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  1453. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Speed range 0. 5 -10 MPH allows for users of all fitness levels.Pull the knob to release the deck to fold or unfold</span>
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  1456. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">12 preset programs offer unmatched variety for your workouts</span>
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  1501. <title>What Makes the Best TableTop BandSaw #1?</title>
  1502. <link>https://daddystayshome.com/what-makes-the-best-tabletop-bandsaw/</link>
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  1504. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  1505. <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2020 23:33:59 +0000</pubDate>
  1506. <category><![CDATA[DIY Woodworking & Blacksmithing]]></category>
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  1508.  
  1509. <description><![CDATA[So, what exactly is a tabletop bandsaw? And what makes for the best tabletop bandsaw?  If you work with wood and other materials, you’ll know how important it is to have precision when it comes to cutting, and so your tabletop band saw has a significant part to play. An unreliable or inaccurate tabletop bandsaw [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  1511. <a class="featured_image_link" href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-makes-the-best-tabletop-bandsaw/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1800" height="1800" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="WEN 3939T Best Tabletop Bandsaw" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800.jpg 1800w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-150x150.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-768x768.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-1536x1536.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px" title="What Makes the Best TableTop BandSaw #1? 85"></a>
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  1513. <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">So, what exactly is a tabletop bandsaw? And what makes for the best tabletop bandsaw? </span></h2>
  1514. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you work with wood and other materials, you’ll know how important it is to have precision when it comes to cutting, and so your tabletop band saw has a significant part to play.</span></p>
  1515. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">An unreliable or inaccurate tabletop bandsaw can make the difference between a great piece of work and a piece, which is a complete waste of your materials as well as your time. </span></p>
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  1518. <h4 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Want to jump straight to our recommendation?  Click Here: <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBNWRP9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">Best Tabletop BandSaw</a></strong></h4>
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  1521. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For professional craftsmen, there’s nothing worse than seeing many hours of hard graft being totally ruined just because the tool wasn’t up to the job. Having the best tabletop bandsaw for your project saves time and money.</span></p>
  1522. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Because, if you didn’t know already, they are the absolute best cutting machines of all tools known to humankind when they do the job right… </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">And so, if you are into your DIY or are a professional, this is a machine you simply can’t do without.</span></p>
  1523. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are plenty of tabletop bandsaws out there in the marketplace and so trying to decipher which are the best for performance as well as value for money is a challenging task. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">It can be an overwhelming task as, after all, you are going to invest time and money into this little beauty, and you don’t want to get it wrong.</span></p>
  1524. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The problem is that many are quite like toys – plastic and flimsy with poor blade tracking and very little power to get you through thin softwood stock, let alone anything more solid, so you need to be able to decide on the tool which is a good investment rather than a throwaway.</span></p>
  1525. <h2><b>Why Use a TableTop BandSaw?</b></h2>
  1526. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Depending on what you are going to use the machine for – either as a professional or a DIYer, the tabletop bandsaw can be used for more or less any cutting job requiring precision.</span></p>
  1527. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The tabletop saw is basically a loop shaped blade that peeks out through the top of a work-table like a thin ribbon and stretched between two wheels.</span></p>
  1528. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The blade rotates as you feed sheet materials into it so the blade can rip them along the grain.</span></p>
  1529. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tabletop bandsaws range from small and relatively in-expensive benchtop model-types targeted to the occasional home DIYer to the bulkier, heavy-duty, and very expensive cabinet models that are more suited to professional wood workshops or on-site varieties.</span></p>
  1530. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you are going to take your saw around with you, you are going to need not just a powerful and reliable machine but one that is protected against potential drops and knocks.</span></p>
  1531. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the biggest attractions for these types of saws is that they have the ability to cut every plank and workpiece perfectly due to its interchangeable blades.</span></p>
  1532. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These blades </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://lagunatools.com/education/bandsaw-blade-education/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">vary in specifications</a> and include teeth-per-inch and tooth configuration, as well as blades, which are so specialized they can be made for rip-cutting, crosscutting, or dadoing and rebating. </span></p>
  1533. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Similarly, blades are also specifically designed and made to cut hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, melamine, soft metals, and that’s just for starters.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
  1534. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">An adjustable blade guard covers the saw-blade itself. A parallel fence rests in a groove, and some of them are even designed to extend telescopically. </span></p>
  1535. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">An angle stop also rides along a groove and is adjustable to hold the workpiece at an angle to make cuts. The blade itself can be tilted, even to angles as deep as 45 degrees, so as to make bevel cuts. </span></p>
  1536. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">All this is just for starters, so what makes the best tabletop bandsaw?</span></p>
  1537. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One which has an excellent design, an abundance of features, and with matchless cutting capability.</span></p>
  1538. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  1539. <h2 style="text-align: center;"><b>Here are The bandsaws that are a cut above the rest…</b></h2>
  1540. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  1541. <div class="extend">
  1542. <h1><b>Overall Best Value tabletop bandsaw and Best Budget bandsaw under $500</b></h1>
  1543. </div>
  1544. <p>Our Overall <strong>Best Value tabletop bandsaw</strong> and <strong>Best Budget bandsaw under $500</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> happens to be the same one. Combining many must have features, great build quality and an almost impossibly low price this is a hard one to pass up for the DIY and enthusiast crowd yet good enough for professional work. If you want to see my full write up about it check out my <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/wen-3939t-the-best-band-saw-under-500/">WEN 3939t Review</a></span></p>
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  1636. <li>
  1637. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">2.8 amp motor rotates the blade up to 2460 feet per minute</span>
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  1639. <li>
  1640. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Create cuts up to 3-5/8 inches deep and 9 inches wide</span>
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  1643. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Uses 62-inch blades anywhere from 1/8 to 3/8 inches in size</span>
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  1646. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Spacious 12 x 12 inch work table bevels up to 45 degrees</span>
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  1649. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Includes a 3/8-inch-wide blade, a dust port, a fence, a miter gauge and a 2-year warra</span>
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  1677. <p class="alp-prices-accuracy"><span class="alp-js-apidate-disclaimer icon-amalinkspro-info-block"></span>Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on: <span class="alp-api-request-date"></span></p><p class="alp-prices-discalimer"><span class="alp-js-close-price-info-popup"></span>Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.</p>
  1678.  
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  1680.  
  1681.  
  1682.  
  1683.    
  1684. <div class="extend">
  1685. <h2><b>Best Portable Bandsaw</b></h2>
  1686. </div>
  1687. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you need to take the saw to the project a portaband is what you need, something tough, portable and powerful.  Milwaukee makes great tools all around and you can’t go wrong with this portaband. Just take a look at the reviews on Amazon and you will see lots of happy trades talking about how well it handles black pipe, unistrut and PVC. </span></p>
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  1794.     <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-cta-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBHJ688?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Buy on Amazon</a>
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  1800.  
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  1802.  
  1803. <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-7-titlebox " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBHJ688?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Milwaukee 2729-20 M18 Fuel Deep Cut Band Saw Tool Only</a>
  1804.  
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  1810. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">M18 Fuel Deep Cut Band Saw tool Only</span>
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  1813. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">The product is easy to use and easy to handle</span>
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  1816. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">The product is highly dura</span>
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  1832.     <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-cta-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBHJ688?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Buy on Amazon</a>
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  1843.    
  1844. <p class="alp-prices-accuracy"><span class="alp-js-apidate-disclaimer icon-amalinkspro-info-block"></span>Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on: <span class="alp-api-request-date"></span></p><p class="alp-prices-discalimer"><span class="alp-js-close-price-info-popup"></span>Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.</p>
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  1851. <div class="extend">
  1852. <h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">Best Upright Bandsaw over $500</span></h1>
  1853. </div>
  1854. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When price is less of a concern and you just need to have the best tool for the job This would be my pick.</span></p>
  1855.  
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  1941.     <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-cta-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KOXXQE?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Buy on Amazon</a>
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  1951.  
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  1953. <div class="showcase-7-features">
  1954.                    
  1955.                     <ul>
  1956. <li>
  1957. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">All ball bearing construction. Cast iron frame. Precision-ground cast iron table.</span>
  1958. </li>
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  1961. </li>
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  1963. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Computer balanced cast iron wheels with rubber tires.</span>
  1964. </li>
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  1966. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Upper and lower ball bearing blade guides and thrust bearings.</span>
  1967. </li>
  1968. <li>
  1969. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">The G0555LX 14-Inch Deluxe Band saw has many of the same great specifications and features as our popular G0555</span>
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  2009. <title>WEN 3939T &#8211; The Best Band Saw Under 500</title>
  2010. <link>https://daddystayshome.com/wen-3939t-the-best-band-saw-under-500/</link>
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  2012. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  2013. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 18:43:08 +0000</pubDate>
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  2017. <description><![CDATA[If you are looking for the best band saw under 500 dollars, you need not look any further than the WEN 3939T benchtop band saw. You can buy this band saw from Amazon an amazingly affordable price it won&#8217;t cost you a single cent above $500 to have the WEN 3939T bandsaw delivered to your [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  2098.     <a class="amalinkspro-showcase-cta-link " href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBNWRP9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Buy on Amazon</a>
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  2114. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">2.8 amp motor rotates the blade up to 2460 feet per minute</span>
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  2117. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Create cuts up to 3-5/8 inches deep and 9 inches wide</span>
  2118. </li>
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  2120. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Uses 62-inch blades anywhere from 1/8 to 3/8 inches in size</span>
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  2123. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Spacious 12 x 12 inch work table bevels up to 45 degrees</span>
  2124. </li>
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  2126. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Includes a 3/8-inch-wide blade, a dust port, a fence, a miter gauge and a 2-year warranty</span>
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  2160. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This band saw features a powerful 2.8-ampere AC motor that is capable of moving the cutting blade at an incredible rate of 2460 feet per minute. The impressive sawing power of the WEN 3939T makes it remarkably easy for you to achieve precision cuts on all manner of timber, wood-derivative workpieces and metal working projects.</span></p>
  2161. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2162. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The cutting blades you can install on the WEN  3939T can have widths ranging between ⅛ to ⅜ inches, However, the maximum circumference of the circular saw blade you intend to install should not exceed 62-inches. Make sure you read this article to the end to find out how to safely install cutting blades onto the WEN 3939T benchtop band saw.</span></p>
  2163. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2164. <h1><b>Unboxing your Brand New WEN 3939t Band Saw</b></h1>
  2165. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Choosing to purchase the WEN 3939T not only gets you the best band saw for under 500 dollars, but you also acquire a powerful woodworking tool with an array of complementary components. The following function-specific components should be part of your WEN 3939T band saw package.</span></p>
  2166. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2167. <ul>
  2168. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A tiltable 12 x12-inch work table that you can pivot up to 45 degrees while making intricate and detailed cuts on wooden workpieces</span></li>
  2169. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A ⅜-inch wide cutting blade made using high-grade tensile steel, allowing you to achieve cuts that are 3 to 8 inches deep and up to 9 inches wide.</span></li>
  2170. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A miter gauge that enables you to make precise angular measurements on workpieces </span></li>
  2171. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">An onboard dust port to which you connect 2-inch flexible hosing for the efficient removal of saw debris from the worktop</span></li>
  2172. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A fence against which you support workpieces while striving for exceptionally straight cuts</span></li>
  2173. <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">An adjustable blade guard that helps you minimize unnecessary tension on the cutting blade while making cuts on different sized workpieces.</span></li>
  2174. </ul>
  2175. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBNWRP9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1153 size-large" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-1024x1024.jpg" alt="WEN 3939T Bed Tilt" width="1024" height="1024" title="WEN 3939T - The Best Band Saw Under 500 138" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-150x150.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-768x768.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_bed_tilt_1800x1800.jpg 1800w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a>
  2176. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The main body of the band saw is fully assembled when you finally unbox your brand new WEN 3939T benchtop band saw. You only need to attach the tiltable worktop, install the cutting blade, and connect elastic hosing to the onboard dust port at the base of the saw. The easy-to-understand user manual should offer you ample guidance on how to successfully assemble your WEN 3939T band saw. However, we have taken the liberty to provide you with an even simpler cutting blade installation procedure in the next section.</span></p>
  2177. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
  2178. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The <a href="https://wenproducts.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">manufacturer</a> of the WEN 3939T offers a 2-year warranty on your benchtop band saw purchase. The warranty means you are eligible for 24-months of free repairs from registered WEN band saw dealers. Furthermore, you have the option of replacing the benchtop band saw if the units exhibit serious manufacturing-level defects. That many of these features aren&#8217;t available on even more expensive bandsaws further shows that this is the best band saw under 500. </span></p>
  2179. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2180. <h1><b>Safety Features and Protocols for the WEN 3939T</b></h1>
  2181. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The WEN 3939T benchtop band saw has several safety features designed to offer you maximum protection against injury while using the woodworking tool. The bandsaw uses strong cast-iron housing to enclose the upper and lower stainless-steel guide wheels. You access the guide wheels when installing and removing the circular bandsaws via user-friendly latches. </span></p>
  2182. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2183. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, the blade guards on the neck of the unit and above the tiltable worktop keep the fast-rotating cutting blade safely hidden while you use the WEN 3939T. Two guide rollers at the worktop-end of the guard rail allow proper alignment of the cutting blade with workpieces. The manufacturer has also included a thrust bearing which functions to eliminate undue tension on the saw blade while you work on tough wood.</span></p>
  2184. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
  2185. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While the WEN 3939T is safe to use, you should ensure you wear personal safety equipment while using this powerful benchtop band saw. The attention paid to making this safe  where others skimp , further demonstrates to me this is easily the best band saw under 500. Personal safety items that you should have while using this band saw include <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FA4RB12?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">protective goggles</a>, <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PPCWV38?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">a face shield</a>, <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LPRWBW6?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">leather work gloves</a>, <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E4DYQQM?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">a work apron</a>, and <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0777YD4BD?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">hard-tipped boots</a>.</span></p>
  2186. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2187. <h1><b>Installing the WEN 3939T Cutting Blade </b></h1>
  2188. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Before you can start using your brand new WEN 3939T benchtop band saw, you need to install the ⅜-inch cutting. You begin by opening the guide wheels housing via latches on the sides. Each cover swings sideways to expose the two stainless-steel via side-mounted hinges. You then fix the new cutting blade along the groves on the two wheels and ensure the cutting blade passes along the neck and worktop-end of the guard rails. </span></p>
  2189. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBNWRP9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1154 size-large" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-1024x1024.jpg" alt="WEN 3939T Best Band Saw Under 500" width="1024" height="1024" title="WEN 3939T - The Best Band Saw Under 500 139" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-300x300.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-150x150.jpg 150w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-768x768.jpg 768w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/3939T_interior_1800x1800.jpg 1800w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a>
  2190. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While installing the blade, you have to ensure it passes through the worktop slit and that the teeth face the right direction. The blade should rest on the rubber-tired rim of the two guide wheels, after which you slightly adjust the tension adjustment knob to keep the cutting blade in place. Proceed to turn the wheels by hand to check whether the blade wonders from the rubber track on the wheels. If the blade strays,  you correct the misalignment by adjusting the tilt angle of the top wheel via the blade tracking adjustment knob. </span></p>
  2191. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2192. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you successfully align the blade, increase its tension on the blade using the tension chart visible on the neck of the unit. The properly installed blade should have a 1/4 -inch of play. Your WEN 3939T is now ready for use.</span></p>
  2193. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2194. <h1><b>Benefits the WEN 3939T Benchtop Bandsaw</b></h1>
  2195. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you choose to buy the WEN 3939T, you get an affordable yet versatile benchtop band saw suited for use on a wide array of DIY woodworking projects. This bandsaw grants you the ability to make precise crosscuts, straight cuts, and angled cuts, in addition to an unlimited range of detailed free-hand cuts.</span></p>
  2196. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2197. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The WEN 3939T is invaluable when you are ripping timber or <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/best-scrap-metal-to-use-for-knife-making/">knife making steel</a> to desired sizes at the start of projects, to the final stages involving fabrication of precise joints and pieces. Furthermore, the array of safety features on the WEN 3939T ensures you are protected in any eventuality. </span></p>
  2198. <p>&nbsp;</p>
  2199. <h1><b>Bottomline &#8211; This Is the Best Band Saw Under 500 Hands Down</b></h1>
  2200. <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can&#8217;t go wrong when you choose the <a class="amalinkspro-text-link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VBNWRP9?tag=daddystayshome-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-alp-asin="">WEN 3939T bandsaw</a> for your hobby or commercial DIY woodworking.</span></p>
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  2227. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">2.8 amp motor rotates the blade up to 2460 feet per minute</span>
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  2230. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Create cuts up to 3-5/8 inches deep and 9 inches wide</span>
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  2236. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Spacious 12 x 12 inch work table bevels up to 45 degrees</span>
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  2239. <span class="alp-showcase-spec-val-editable">Includes a 3/8-inch-wide blade, a dust port, a fence, a miter gauge and a 2-year warranty</span>
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  2270. <p>The <a href="https://www.wwgoa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">WoodWorkers Guild Of America</a> has a ton of helpful tutorials on youtube to help you get the most out of your new bandsaw.</p>
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  2281. <title>What Do You Hunt With A Knife? This 1 Mystery Solved.</title>
  2282. <link>https://daddystayshome.com/what-do-you-hunt-with-a-knife/</link>
  2283. <comments>https://daddystayshome.com/what-do-you-hunt-with-a-knife/#comments</comments>
  2284. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Stay At Home Dad]]></dc:creator>
  2285. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:46:15 +0000</pubDate>
  2286. <category><![CDATA[Hunting Knives]]></category>
  2287. <category><![CDATA[DIY Woodworking & Blacksmithing]]></category>
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  2290. <description><![CDATA[While hunting is not anywhere as popular as it once was, it&#8217;s still present in countries around the world. As you know, survival hunting is almost extinct. Today most people hunt either for the trophies or to balance the biodiversity of a specific area. Bearing this in mind, the equipment needed for hunting not only [&#8230;]]]></description>
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  2292. <a class="featured_image_link" href="https://daddystayshome.com/what-do-you-hunt-with-a-knife/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="664" height="424" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811.jpg" class="attachment-full size-full wp-post-image" alt="damascus gut hook hunting knife" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811.jpg 664w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811-300x192.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px" title="What Do You Hunt With A Knife? This 1 Mystery Solved. 144"></a>
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  2294. <p><span class="drop_cap">W</span>hile hunting is not anywhere as popular as it once was, it&#8217;s still present in countries around the world. As you know, survival hunting is almost extinct.</p>
  2295. <p>Today most people hunt either for the trophies or to <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/earth-talks-hunting/" data-lasso-id="134" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">balance the biodiversity of a specific area</a>. Bearing this in mind, the equipment needed for hunting not only consists of proper clothing and protection, but also the weapon and tools you will be hunting with. But what do you hunt with a knife?</p>
  2296. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-1097 size-medium" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hunting-knives-e1586377366346-300x199.jpg" alt="What do you hunt with a knife" width="300" height="199" title="What Do You Hunt With A Knife? This 1 Mystery Solved. 145" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hunting-knives-e1586377366346-300x199.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/hunting-knives-e1586377366346.jpg 716w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  2297. <p>Hunting guns and rifles are by far the most common weapon hunters use today. However, there are still those who enjoy using a good bow or a knife. But are these as effective? <em>And what do you hunt with a knife?</em> To answer these questions, we first need to discuss the uses of a hunting knife and the regulations surrounding them.</p>
  2298. <h2>Uses for a Hunting Knife</h2>
  2299. <p><span class="drop_cap">A</span>s we mentioned above the hunting knife is rarely used for killing an animal, despite the name suggesting it is, because guns and rifles are both easier and far more effective to get the kill. Some people do still enjoy hunting with a knife because it is more challenging. But it is limited to only a small group of animals that can be reasonably hunted with success. So what are <em>the other uses of a hunting knife</em> and why should you always have one on you?</p>
  2300. <p>While most people don’t use it for stabbing an animal through the heart, a knife is invaluable for skinning, deboning, gutting and even caping the animal for a trophy.</p>
  2301. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1098" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811-300x192.jpg" alt="damascus gut hook hunting knife" width="300" height="192" title="What Do You Hunt With A Knife? This 1 Mystery Solved. 146" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811-300x192.jpg 300w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/damascus-gut-hook-hunting-knife-e1586377634811.jpg 664w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />
  2302. <p>Gutting is usually done with a gut hook blade, as it&#8217;s perfect for making sure that no abdominal or muscle tissue is damaged in the process. For skinning and deboning, sweeping blade knives seem to be the most effective.</p>
  2303. <p>Caping is done solely by trophy hunters. Usually, it consists of removing the head with or without a neck by skinning and detaching it from the chest area.</p>
  2304. <h2>Is it Legal to Hunt With a Knife?</h2>
  2305. <p><span class="drop_cap">G</span>reat question. And now that we&#8217;ve covered a few common uses of a hunting knife, let&#8217;s take a look at the regulations around them. To answer this, you will need to think about the hunting permit regulations that are present in both your country and state/provincal levels. Since most hunters use firearms instead of so-called primitive weapons, including the knife, bow, arrow, and spear, so hunting with a knife is not nearly as well-regulated as you might expect.</p>
  2306. <p>Still, the overall concept is that if you have a hunting permit, you shouldn’t have an issue using the knife to deliver the final blow. Chances are you will not be coming close to the animal that you are hunting with only a hunting knife. So in most cases, you will simply be piercing through its heart once it&#8217;s already wounded. Still, this doesn’t undermine the importance or the versatility use of a good hunting knife, as you will need one to get the field dressing done.</p>
  2307. <p>What you should remember is that certain animals are not legal to be hunted — with a firearm or with a primitive weapon. As long as you are familiar with the regulations in your area, and you have the permit, using weapons and doing as our ancestors once did, shouldn’t be a problem. But what do you hunt with a knife? And is there any animal that is slow enough that you can get everything done with only a hunting knife?</p>
  2308. <h2>Animals You Can Hunt With a Knife</h2>
  2309. <p><span class="drop_cap">T</span>he answer to the question above is quite simple — since there aren&#8217;t many animals that you&#8217;ll be able to chase down using only a knife. Bows and arrows are much more effective and get rid of the need to run down the prey animal, like you would have to do with a knife. Bearing this in mind, hogs and tortoises seem to be the only two common animal types that you can kill using only a <strong>hunting knife</strong>.</p>
  2310. <p>This is mostly because thee animals are quite static and have other defence mechanisms that don’t feature running. If you are an experienced hunter and you are going after the wild boar, you can be in a situation where once your dogs have cornered the animal, you step into the action and finish it off with a knife. Still, this can be quite risky because wounded &amp; unwounded boars can go at you, which can result in grave injuries.</p>
  2311. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1100 size-full" src="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/wild-boar.jpg" alt="Wild Boar" width="640" height="426" title="What Do You Hunt With A Knife? This 1 Mystery Solved. 147" srcset="https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/wild-boar.jpg 640w, https://daddystayshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/wild-boar-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" />
  2312. <p class="caption">Never underestimate how dangerous a wild boar can be</p>
  2313. <h2>Conclusion</h2>
  2314. <p><span class="drop_cap">W</span>hile using a knife for hunting can be quite a challenge, it is not as efficient as it was back in the day of primitive hunters. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t invest in one, or <a href="https://daddystayshome.com/how-to-forge-a-knife-for-beginners/" data-lasso-id="135">learn to make one yourself,</a> as not only are hunting knives cool looking, but these are also used for a variety of other actions such as skinning, deboning, gutting and caping.</p>
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