5 Tools Under $30 Every Woodworker Needs!

[@731Woodworks]

▼EXPAND FOR LINKS TO THE TOOLS▼ 🎥 Watch Next - 5 More Tools Under $30 you Need To See kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKS7oZV8gtKYi5Y 🛠 Tools In This Video: Massca Dowel Jig X - masscaproducts.com/products/dowel-jig-x?aff=3 Flush Trim Saw - amzn.to/3V0C2om Foldable Dovetail Saw - amzn.to/3EjoihA Rockler Router Set Up Jig - amzn.to/3ECXDO4 Organizer Trays (Gray) - amzn.to/3Gjh5kp Organizer Trays (Black) amzn.to/3AkTHPD Fastcap Tape Measure - amzn.to/3X7qaCC Outlaw's Board Butter Stickers - www.731woodworks.com/store/731stickers More of my Favorite Under $30 Tools DFM Square: amzn.to/3Jfb5H2 Thin Rip Jig: amzn.to/3LKm2lB DFM Saw Height Gauge: amzn.to/3jidia1 Spring Clamps: lddy.no/1575h Clamping Squares: lddy.no/1575g Small F-Clamps: lddy.no/157u9 (If you use one of these Amazon and other affiliate links, I may receive a commission) Some other useful links: Daily Tool Deals on my website: www.731woodworks.com/tool-deals Subscribe to our email Newsletter: mailchi.mp/7e44c16eefdc/731-woodworks-email-newsletter Check out our easy-to-follow woodworking plans: www.731woodworks.com/store Outlaw's Board Butter - So Good it Should be Outlawed: www.731woodworks.com/store/boardbutter

[@anthonylatino9647]

Please put the date of upload on your videos :)~

[@danielhayes9274]

I'd have bought 3 if could get 3 by Christmas, their only taking preorders for Feb,.

[@731Woodworks]

@@danielhayes9274 Yeah, they sold out 2 days after this video was released. Lots of interest in this new jig.

[@731Woodworks]

@@anthonylatino9647 KZbin automatically does it, right beside the view count of the videos.

[@danielhayes9274]

@@731Woodworks I Bought 1 anyway, This would have saved me billions if it came out a couple of years ago. Have a nice set of Hollidays. Both of you

[@MBubbaBlumeTheBeardofModesty]

I got that dowel jig X on your recommendation a few months ago. I’ve used it several times already. As a newbie to this hobby it’s really helped strengthen my joints. Thanks, Matt!

[@jamUSA24]

Went to buy the Massca Dowel Jig X, ended up getting that, a clamp, and their pocket hole system on sale for Black Friday. This is perfect for an outdoor picnic table I’m building and some garage cabinets.

[@CorbyQ]

Ok Matt the drawer organizers look great but do you have a tool for under $30 that help me put my tools back in the organizer tray?

[@731Woodworks]

lol I wish there was such a thing. I'd pay a lot more than $30 for that!

[@logan_kes]

I believe the tool that’s supposed to put away the tools is you 😂

[@dubya13207]

I bet for that price you could rig up something that, when you open the door to your shop, says “Put your crap away” (or any variation you like)

[@SurelyLightFoot]

Best I can do is under $30/hr. Get shop a assistant.

[@crossbow3539]

That’s what kids R4

[@christimezzic8468]

I’m growing my workshop and have found your videos so helpful in choosing the best tools and jigs. Thank you for sharing your insight!

[@williambrady1043]

You are a very professional salesman. Believable and informative.

[@saprious5273]

I gotta get me that dowel jig x. I saw it the other day and it almost felt like I watched dowels get revolutionized. Its on my wishlist!

[@threeriversforge1997]

I've used that cross-dowel technique for decades. Never had a jig to help line things up though. Great way to add a nice look to your work, but I've always done it just as a way to strengthen the joints. Nice to see someone making a quality metal-body tool to help with the process and I will definitely have to pick up a set.

[@logan_kes]

Bought the fastcap tapes years ago, and they are the only tape measures that have stood with me. Everyone who borrows one loves them and asks where to get them. I also love my flat blade tape, makes measuring super simple on most wood with a flat face! Their glü bot glue bottles are amazing as well

[@georgestgeorge5110]

That is my favorite saw. I bought it because of all the bad reviews by people who don't know how to use a saw. Worth every penny.

[@callersvoice9512]

I got that same little hand saw months ago... Freaking amazing little thing for the price!

[@boastboy]

I love love love my METRIC Fastcap tape measures. I grew up with metric and I’ve had a hell of a time with imperial, so now I just convert and I never make errors. Love the pencil sharpener in it but also love the white circle, great for writing measurements with that sharpened pencil on it, because my mind is a sieve!!!

[@troutnut01]

I preordered that X-dowel jig for Feb 2023 delivery 👍 I have plans for that and it gives me time to clean the shop before it arrives 😂

[@shortorderproductions8688]

100% sold on that dowel jig. That’s going to be so useful.

[@ecarrillo71]

Fastest dowel jig ever!

[@FrankATracy]

I’m sure you’ve heard this before but you remind me so much of one of my three all-time favorite UFC fighters, Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone. His look, his personality, and his humor. Great video. Thanks!

[@RussellRay]

I like the fast cap Lefty Righty tape measure

[@wallacegrommet9343]

You are the first man in history to utter the term “dovetalesque”. Suitably impressed.

[@731Woodworks]

🤣

[@nmurphy7281]

That dowel jig is a genius idea, definitely picking one up!

[@mooseroo2005]

Can't seem to find it on the massca site!

[@nmurphy7281]

@@mooseroo2005 There's a link to it in the description that brings you right to the jig on their website.

[@clutteredchicagogarage2720]

That dowel jig looks really nice. I have and use that small Suizan saw. One thing that I don't like about it is that their steel rusts very easily. If you use it to flush-cut dowels and you cut the dowels before the glue sets completely, any remaining moisture content from the glue can start to cause the saw to rust after you put it away. If you get this saw, you probably want to wipe it down with some sort of rust inhibitor any time it might come in contact with any moisture. I think even moisture content in wood itself can be enough to cause surface rust. With that said, even though mine has some traces of surface rust on it, it still cuts fine. I think it's good for flush-cutting and also sometimes cutting off small parts. I also use it when I'm cutting notches in wood pieces -- like with half-lap or cross-lap joints, and I want to get nice crisp corners. I'll first cut with a circular saw, but if my cut edges don't meet up perfectly then I'll finish the cut with a small saw like this at he corners. Since this saw is razor-thin with a very fine kerf, you can get really square corners when you finish your cuts with these, and you will have little to no required touch-up with a chisel after you cut.

[@OmegaMusicRecords]

Wd40

[@phillipchambers8487]

Yep I will definitely be buying all 5 of these. That Dowel Jig is Awesome!

[@carlmclelland7624]

I LIKE that dowel jig! I can't wait to get one and try it out. Thanks, Matt........

[@mikewatson4644]

The FastCap Lefty/Righty tape measure is my favorite. You never have to read it from the wrong direction. The same clip that makes it easier to put on your belt is on it also. The flat back tape measure is super for measuring something that isn't flat.

[@rleeingram]

Agreed ... lefty righty for the win. but that clip everybody seems to love i take off. hangs on tool pouch when you pull it out.

[@mikewatson4644]

@@rleeingram Yep. That's the difference between having the tape in a tool pouch or hanging on your belt or pocket. For smaller jobs, I don't find a tool pouch to be helpful. Larger jobs, yes.

[@jonputnam5745]

I like the flat back tape especially for flat stuff because I hate having to roll a standard tape when trying to make accurate marks.

[@harm864]

Love your videos! The lefty/righty FastCap tape measure (the green one) is my go-to. I am right-handed but I use a tape measure the way a left-handed person would, so I was always trying to read upside-down numbers. Many measurements went awry, and a whole bunch of wood was wasted. FastCap lefty/righty was a game-changer for me.

[@TPoPArt]

I ordered the Massca jig yesterday and cannot wait to try it.

[@terrmaso]

Fastcap lefty/righty is always in my apron, with one in my travel kit. I will definitely check out the Massca dowel jig.

[@John-xeyvfkwieba]

Accidentally clicked on this and I'm not a woodmaker but the quality of the video and your explanations are just great. The examples and explanations clearly show you are a great teacher. Thanks for putting this video together and you've got a new subscriber.

[@731Woodworks]

Wow, thank you!

[@darkshadowsx5949]

wouldn't a woodmaker be a someone who plants trees thus making wood? a woodworker is someone who mainly works with wood.

[@grantwilliams630]

I just Got a right to left tape measure from lee valley for like $9 and it’s honestly a game changer. It’s so much nicer for furniture scale work!

[@ChasHoff]

I bought those organizers. They really are fantastic!

[@tkdko]

Awesome video. I love these for stocking stuffers for me and my son. Love your shirt also.

[@justiningram2242]

I really enjoy seeing your t-shirts! God bless!

[@JohnSmith-kn5wt]

Man I love drop tests on soft floors!! Lol. Great video.

[@rcud1]

I'll have to try that dowel jig. There's better tape measures out there.

[@You2datube]

I received the massca dowel jig x, and would have liked it if they had a center line indicator. I’m going to continue playing with this.

[@Spifty12]

I love to see videos like this that demonstrate how to use and explain why. Thanks!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Realism91]

I actually use my pocket hole jig with dowels, I have also used my pocket hole jig to make a French cleat style wall mount but with angled screws instead.

[@kennedymcgovern5413]

The thing is, I am not a "woodworker." I do not make plaques and I do not make furniture. I am a home improvement guy, and I am only that by default. I bought a distressed foreclosure 13 years ago, and I have spent that much time living in it and bringing it back from the dead. But what are houses made of? That's right, even your brick house had a wooden frame underneath. So all of my tools are the same tools you guys use to build your furniture and picture frames. And this guy right here, he is very helpful. Yeah, he is selling things. But aren't we all? He is selling things in a way that helps me out a LOT! That's the right way to do that!

[@vinceb9310]

I love the drill bit tray, have one just like it LOL

[@markg3305]

That massca dowel jig is pretty dang cool! And yesss those tape measures are the end all be all in my opinion so dang handy!

[@GaryJimenez]

Just go ahead and add that dowel jig to the cart. Great tool at an even better value from a family owned business.

[@imthedj]

I didn't know you made that jig! Cool, good on ya

[@oldtireman4665]

I’ve been carrying a Fast Cap Lefty-Righty on my left pocket for some years. Never know which end of the board I’m going to be measuring from. Love how 8th and 16th marks are numbered. You forgot to mention that if you don’t slap a sticker on the side, that white disk serves as an erasable note pad to jot down measurements when partner is at the top of the ladder and you left your paper pad back at the saw. Use it every day.

[@thebrownnote7091]

Great video and info! Makes me wonder how woodworkers got by 100 years ago with just basic hand tools.

[@jairolopez906]

Blessings for you and family You are the best Honest

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you

[@ericeinsmann5559]

@3:00 Matt, as for making splines... Maybe using the hole in dowel jig with a table saw fence clamp.. ( you know.. those square u-bolts cut in half). Put the bent part in the hole in the jig and figure out how to clamp it on the other end depending on the orientation of the wood. Just an idea.. God bless!

[@paulhopkins1905]

The Fastcap flat is my favorite tape for layout, having a tape that lies flat like a ruler is so nice

[@AB-nu5we]

The Rocker Router set up jig is missing the 8 mm shank router bits, which with CNC being so popular, are more and more common now. I'd own one otherwise. I have a Fastcap tape measure that has a center-finding scale built in. Not only is the center-finding feature awesome, it's the only tape measure I have (sadly, not even my Stanley's are this good) that matches my very expensive Starrett measuring tools for accuracy. That is, no matter how far the tape measure is extended, the distance marks match exactly the marks on the Starrett measure. Excellant tool.

[@MrMulligan84]

That X dowel jig is cool - Massca increase your presence in Canada please :)

[@miket2120]

On the FastCap tape measure the spot where his sticker went is a writable surface, perfect for jotting down measurements. For my cabinet work, I use the FastCap flat back tape measures. It's a flat blade (no cup like regular tape measures, so measuring and marking on a board is easy and accurate. It's not for inside measurements, as the hook doesn't have the normal slippage found on regular tape measures.

[@monteglover4133]

I personally use the Fastcap PMMR-FLAT16 Flatback 16 in my shop as it lays flat on the work Great video

[@731Woodworks]

I have one of those as well. Great tape measure!

[@robbrown6667]

I much prefer a brightly colored tape measure. I have a tape measure dedicated to both the table saw and the miter saw and there are times I have trouble finding them; however, the bright color stands out so easily found!

[@tom.coomes]

Thank you for the information. I think I might need to pick up the doweling jig.

[@w.w.2420]

Another great video ... couple great tool ideas ,keep the vids coming, always enjoy them . Thankx

[@Mike-ou5ps]

Howdy Mr. 731.. I can vouch for that Suizan saw. Bought one about a year ago. I don't use it too too often but mann..mann. When I need it, it's awesome and works great 👍. I like that dowel jig too. Again...using dowels don't happen much in my shop...probably cause they are a pain to do properly, but I'll definitely have to invest in that angled one.

[@5280Woodworking]

Dude, you’re going to get me in trouble with the misses! Ordered the Massca Jig, looks cool.

[@731Woodworks]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@5280Woodworking]

The drawer box is the first thing I’m going to try. Maybe even offset so they are at the top and bottom instead of right together? Pretty neat!

[@bigredracingdog466]

4:47 You probably already have a V-groove router bit. Put it in your collet and measure from the point to your fence. That's dead center. Then replace it with whatever bit you're using and the center of your cut will be exactly where you marked it.

[@pteddie6965]

Love that dowel guide by Massca. Thanks for the video.

[@731Woodworks]

You bet!

[@mikehuber6005]

@@731Woodworks I don't see it on the link provided.

[@731Woodworks]

@@mikehuber6005 I'm not sure what's going on. I just checked it again and it goes directly to the Dowel jig page.

[@davidcorliss]

Wow think this is the video I have seen with the green door open lol .... Going to put that dowel jig on my wish list

[@fransiscoalvarezinski6293]

I bought the dowel jig X. Had to send it back because the drill bushings were loose in the aluminum block.

[@johnisley4578]

I love the dowel jig and saw, Good Vid !

[@thelouiebrand]

Man! Can you make a video on a high budget break the bank tool video? Like “if you’re just starting out and money is no object these are all the tools you’ll need to do just about anything”. That would be a super fun video!

[@davidblubaugh7826]

Love the Tshirts- God bless

[@mattedwards4533]

Love the router guage! I think there other things you can do with it as well.

[@PatriciaStowe-te6rf]

I just fell in love I have to have that tape measure. I'm always breaking my pencil when I'm measuring wood. It drives me nuts.

[@sleim754]

I like the message of the shirt.!

[@spikenolin]

Love the video and love the shirt!

[@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios]

Could you please do a tutorial on the Rockler Router Bit Center Gauge? (I understand the depth portion from the bit recessing into the table... BUT I don't understand the "Centering" portion.)

[@cablrus1885]

Cool idea 💡( dowel jig)

[@kadendaugherty339]

Thanks for showing us

[@evanbarnes9984]

Just wanted to point you toward the Gridfinity system for organizing drawers! It requires a 3d printer, but it's an awesome open standard

[@TNtoolman]

My favorite tape measure... Stanley metal case 12 ft. No huge bulky casing you get with longer tapes and over 99% of the neasurements in my shop are under 12 ft. I have them attached to ttols and work areas in a few spots with screw-on earth magnets... under $10 at the Depot.

[@Ethnosis]

My fastcap tape has both SAE/Metric but on the SAE Side it shows the fractions. Comes in very handy for someone who grew up with basically only metric. I’ve had mine for about 3 years, my shop ordered brand new ones for some new guys and I checked the accuracy with the new ones and it’s still perfect after being dropped hundreds of times

[@chingonbass]

I just bought one of these so I can start working in metric. I'm tired of wasting brain power on fractions, plus i can't count fractions on my fingers.

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

Got me that flush trim saw a couple of years ago when I was building a coffin-shaped bookcase for my daughter. I used pocketholes to join the top and bottom sections together and then plugged the holes. The cheap flush cut saw I had destroyed the surface around the plugs. I upgraded to the Suizan and now I use the cheap saw to cut dowels to length. The other cool feature of the FastCap tape measures is the temporary stop under the tape. Instead of using the push-down stop above the tape to temporarily stop the tape, which can be hard to control (especially compared to my old Stanley's), the one on the bottom is much easier to use. My problem is, I've used the Stanley's for so long, before I got my first FastCap, that I never remember to use the temporary stop underneath. Lol That dowel jig looks like the bee's knees. It's certainly not for every dowelling application, but man, talk about a strong joint.

[@StormGod29]

Nice Rogue Deep Dish plates! That is one expensive weight tree!!!

[@russellbutler8706]

I’ve been using a Dewalt flush trim saw for a couple months now and I hate it. It tends to jump around on me because it’s a little to flexible, and I’m tired of patching up my fingers because of it. I’ll be getting that saw you showed and see how it works out. Thanks for the recommendation blue brother. 👊

[@f.d.6667]

As a chair-maker by trade, I never liked pocket screws. The dowl-X looks pretty amazing and could open up a lot of possibilities for functional furniture.

[@threeriversforge1997]

If you lay things out right, you can touch or overlap the dowels so the visible ends look like a figure 8. Or use just one side so you get a row of teardrops going down the line.

[@garyolsen3409]

If you use a regular dowel jig you don't have the dowels exposed. I can't see any application where I would use this worthless jig. I don't see anything amazing about it.

[@daboo123]

The only problem I've found with flush cut saws is storage. Not the storage itself, but when you do store it, if you're not careful, the teeth get damaged. But no matter how careful you are, if you let someone else use your saw it almost always comes back damaged. I really like your videos. BTW.

[@jeffreycanfora1091]

Danger! 😅 I bought the first 3 items before I could get to the 4th tool on the list in this video. I’m afraid to watch the rest. 😅 Somehow it led me getting into Magswitch featherboards and fences. I have no drill press fence, no left-of-blade miter slot on Ryobi TS, and plastic HF router table fence. This video was dangerous to my wallet. But thanks a bunch!

[@731Woodworks]

lol 👊🏻

[@Rhams3y]

Anyone have thoughts on using the Massca Dowel Jig on Langstroth boxes (beehive box) instead of using box joints? I can't use a dado and this would be much easier for me to toss a couple dowels into the sides instead.

[@tomhuggard1510]

I love the shirt brotha!💪

[@WAVE_ZERO]

It would be cool if they included a special drill bit to help with tear out. I wonder if drilling through tape would help with that.

[@daniel-vn4ql]

I want that dowel jig.

[@Mike_Neukam]

What is the length of the body of the Fastcap tape measure? It used to be easy to find tape measures that were 3 inches long and that made it easy to accurately measure between 2 inside corners using the 3 inch body of the tape to offset the measurement. Now it seems that most are 80mm which doesn't make sense on a fractional tape measure. I realize that we're behind the times here in the States but how hard is it to design a fractional tape measure using fractional units?

[@We.R.Comics]

I just bought a Skilsaw SPT99-11, do you have a video on what I should do first; how to check accuracy, should I build a sled, I know you always complain about the miter Guage they come with, replace the blade, etc...?

[@SFCSMOKER]

Interested in the tshirt. I found a site that sells a shirt like that but it misquotes and says “Put the full armor…”, leaving out the word “on”. Link maybe? Thanks for sharing your talent and Jesus with the masses. You rock bro!

[@To-Lo77]

Someday we will hopefully see some woodworking on a regular & consistent basis like it used to be. Algorithm or not, that's what brought me here & had me. Haven't enjoyed what used to be in a very long time. These types of videos are a dime a dozen now, everywhere on YT unfortunately.

[@731Woodworks]

Understandable. I make content for a living. People watch these videos 10x more than anything else so you're in the minority. I watch the data and see what works and what doesn't. Dime a dozen or not, these are what people want to see.

[@BeaulieuTodd]

Anyone using a router table a lot needs to look at the Incra LS Positioner.

[@Senwot2000]

I’m waiting for you to show me a Festool Domino for under $30! 😂😂😂

[@vasocreta]

😂😂

[@Oh-ou4lp]

I saw one useful tool thanks

[@buckman82]

Love the shirt!

[@davidtomasetti8520]

Keep in mind that you can also make your own dowels using the same wood that you are building with.

[@ryanedwardking]

Got the massca jig. I'm stoked. I need to make a picture ledge for my wife and she liked the look of it too. Love your channel. I am a woodworker, have a home gym, am fond of things that launch projectiles at high speed, and I'm a pastor. I think we could be buddies. Ha! Thanks for the great content. I really enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work.

[@oldkingcrow777]

I think I'm going to make a version of the X dowel.... my immediate thought was you could basically predrill miter dowel holes Drill, then cut and as far as my half dyslexic brain can tell it would give you a perfectly straight slot for you to shore up miters with dowels. I'm glad they're helping woodworkers develop stuff, super cool. But I want to make one for $5 with one of the 10 000 scraps I have and some steel bushings

[@bentaylor4570]

On the stanly tapes the rubber can remove pencil marks. I bet those you showed would do the same.

[@aaudain1]

Great idea 💡 👍 👏

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you like it

[@jrmbsboy]

I really do think this series should be 7 tools under 31 dollars love the videos man keep up the good work

[@731Woodworks]

That would be cool

[@fortinoacosta7487]

Love your channel! Been watching a lot a leaning just as much. Do you have a video that helps identify different types of wood and their applications?

[@731Woodworks]

thanks. Sorry, I don't have a video on that yet.

[@RonComstock]

Do they have other sizes besides 5/16? 1/4 and 3/8 would be nice too.

[@dalevanderzee4086]

love your t-shirt

[@ray6tw]

The folded Suizan saw is not dovetail saw. It is a ryoba（两刃, which means double edge） saw. A Japanese dovetail saw typically have saw back to increase stability.

[@rjmack3790]

What is that flooring you have in your shop and where did you get it?