7 of Woodworking's COOLEST tools

[@StumpyNubs]

Watch more Cool Tools videos here► www.stumpynubs.com/category/free-tutorials/cool-tools/ Tools Seen in this video► - Bits & Bits Astra Coated Router Bits: bitsbits.com/ref/6213/ - Castle TSM-112 Pocket Hole Machine: castleusa.com/ - iGaging Layout Squares: www.chipsfly.com/layout-square.html - Harvey Table Saws: www.harveywoodworking.com/collections/table-saws - Bora All-Terrain Sawhorse: amzn.to/33SlVRe - The Restorer: amzn.to/3opuwEd - Router Baseplate Centering Cone: amzn.to/2S5xHEU (If you make a purchase using the above affiliate links, we may receive a small commission.) Bits & Bits, Castle, iGaging, Harvey and Bora are sponsors of Stumpy Nubs Woodworking Journal.

[@digitalbrick]

This video is the reason I bought a Harvey table saw. It was delivered the end of July and is such a HUGE upgrade from a Ridgid contractor saw. It makes me a better and a safer wood working.

[@davidward5968]

I will realistically never use 90% of the tools in these videos, but oh boy, do I like seeing them.

[@lyndemar]

Yes, and the 10% that I am buying/planning to buy are already burning through my fun money budget!

[@arimadx]

Well if I could afford all of them I'd sure have them! Even if I only used it one time I just love having tools! Haha

[@daleriff]

Yes I agree most of those tools I can't even afford

[@chapman9230]

Yes like looking at supermodels

[@badunkle100]

I love this channel, I've been woodworking for leisure for about 2 years now and Stumpy Nubs has given me the confidence to buy the tools I really need and use them safely. My skills have improved in leaps and bounds and my projects growing in ambition. Thank you for the excellent and well presented guidance.

[@chaseryan9571]

Dude, how cool is James. Seriously my favorite dude to have tell me stuff, and helps me keeps customers happy

[@richarddossantos5371]

I just received my Harvey Table saw and just started assembling it. This saw is very heavy and solid. I'm looking forward to starting using it.

[@sergioaparicio957]

Thanks, I have been trying to choose a decent table saw not breaking my bank account and one of my options is Harvey. Now I am sold, your "review" was what I needed.

[@markdmaker3173]

Thanks for your video. I love to videos. I especially liked the restore. I talk to the inventor of the restore, a really nice guy with very good intentions. I own one and Love it!

[@greycarson3151]

Hello, Stumpy! There are plenty of ‘woodworking’ vids…but none that compare with the quality and diversity of your offerings. I enjoy them immensely, have learned much, and become a much better woodworker as a result of integrating both your shop tips and tool recommendations. You are the ‘go to’ guy in the woodworking video biz…I would think tool manufacturers would be breaking down your door to get your reviews and endorsements. Thank you! Richard - Raleigh (but a true Michigander born and raised in Kalamazoo!)

[@russellgeorgen9139]

Stumpy, I was in my new shop a few days ago organizing my routing equipment. I cannot tell you where or which router I got it from, but I ran across the shaft and cone for the centering tool. They were buried on the bottom of one of my router tool bags so of course, I studied each of the pieces for quite a while trying to figure out what they were for. Now I know thanks to cool tools. I enjoy all of the content you post and I have learned many new skills and ideas from Stumpy Nubs. Keep up the good work.

[@cwood7240]

I am sold on the Harvey MG 36 Miter Gauge. So many whistles and bells. And not useless crap either. And for the money it doesn't break the bank, And after posting this 2 hours later, I went to the Harver website and purchased the MG 36 miter gauge fence. Really make a fine addition to my shop.

[@odarkthirtywoodworks3543]

I am just about ready to pull the trigger on the Harvey Table saw you have. I just need to finish this epoxy river table set I am doing! Thank you again for such an honest review!!

[@spencerschulz626]

You won’t regret it! Very good customer service with my table saw purchase. Had some snags with shipping, but they really went above and beyond. The fence is great, but I ordered an Incra TS-LS fence system about 6 months prior for a different table saw, but it couldn’t be a cooler fit for this saw.

[@rickguymon5006]

I second the Harvey purchase. I love mine. I've had it about a month and it's awesome.

[@billhaughenberry2917]

Perfect timing they are delivering my new Harvey Saw today! Can’t wait to get it hooked up and going.

[@skimark8275]

I have the Porter Cable restorer, cant find wheels anymore, wonder if that one would fit

[@KundelCrane]

Yes it will you see them at restorertools.com 👍🏼

[@kalichicamacho4868]

Boy, I love this videos... keep em coming ma man.

[@LeicaCat]

Cool Tools is my favorite series of videos on Stumpy Nubs.

[@sophieanddannyteaguebranch3781]

Some of the best, most informative videos on the web...Thank you.

[@SoItGoesCAL34]

Thanks. I love our Restorer tool. Very handy

[@mothman-jz8ug]

Great video as always. I liked the remark about the Restorer drum sander features: "...just scratching the surface." Yep, that sums it up quite well.

[@puppx13]

The table saw and pocket hole machine look mighty nice..

[@peterdickason9147]

I got a serious chuckle when you were describing how the guard and riving knife on the table saw were easily interchangeable without tools so that you'll actually use it instead of tossing it in a corner somewhere.

[@MarksmansWoodshop]

I just did a complete assembly video of the Harvey HW110S-52. I completely agree with your thorough assessment of this table saw! Both the fence system and the mg36 miter gauge are the Best on the market!!

[@jasonwilkerson721]

Love my Harvey Alpha 4hp saw! Worth every penny, but shelled out alot less pennies than I would have even for lesser saws. I've got their bandsaw on my wish list next

[@JeepinMaxx]

Thanks for another Cool Tools video! It always seems I buy at least one of the tools recommended in your videos. This time I just bought the router plate centering guide! It will be here Wednesday...

[@jrfricks]

I've been holding out to get a Harvey table saw. Glad to see them getting more exposure.

[@robertdemers702]

Awesome video, especially with Father’s Day coming up.

[@misterlusk]

As a Leafs fan, it kills me that I love these videos.

[@aco319sig3]

I got a used Harvey Master-Rip fence for my table saw. Awesome upgrade.

[@markschwochow2336]

i'm happy to see companies like Harvey and Bridge City and Woodpeckers represented. High priced companies like Festool and Mafel have nothing over US built machinery.

[@cassidionline2002]

I really love this video series. I appreciate cool tool appreciation, and I especially like that all your links don't go straight to Amazon.

[@keithmurray7748]

Any recommendations for Triangle sandpaper for my Dremel tool?

[@shawnhester9399]

Love the subtle plugging for the Wings. Go Wings!

[@scottmorris4914]

I finally received my tablesaw. The quality is amazing. I bought the 2HP 110v model, and it came with the Compass miter gauge, and the price I got was amazing, $1,595. At a price where the miter gauge goes for approx $400, that means I got the saw for about $1,200.

[@DarkTubeToo]

Thank you for the table saw review. As soon as you said it has the best dust collection and knowing you have a SawStop got me interested.

[@StumpyNubs]

I am not sure I said it was the "best" dust collection, just that it is as good at collecting dust as any saw I have used. Yes, that does include my SawStop. SawStop claims something like 98% collection, but that must be with the perfect dust collection setup in a controlled test. Because I always have to vacuum after using my SawStop, and every several months we have to clean a pile of dust out of the cabinet. I think the Harvey is similar to the SawStop when it comes to dust collection. Good, but not near perfect :)

[@michaelmoore7975]

@11:33 For most everybody who watches these videos, let me tell you, the best, and most useful, and affordable in this video _by far_ is the restorer and the one that you will use over and over. It beats the hell out of a belt sander or even palm sanders, grinder sanders, etc. The best part is they are cheap, sorta. Or let me say, they're worth every penny. I bought a Porter-Cable at Lowes for 65 bucks. I promise you will _look_ for stuff to do. I was convinced when a customer asked if I could get rid of 20 yrs worth of calcium deposits on a red tiled porch where she (over)watered her plants. Thick, chunky, rock infused with the tile. I had previously tried belt sanders, angle grinder with stainless twisted knot wire brush, all kinds of scrapers , chemicals, even hammer and chisel. But this whipped them all, badly.

[@IlanDavid]

Can you do a more in depth video on the Harvey? Maybe compare to your sawstop? Thanks!

[@StumpyNubs]

I personally like the SawStop rip fence a little better, but that's likely just because I am more used to it. I definitely prefer the Harvey miter gauge over the one that came with my SawStop. I think those two things cancel each other out... The quality of the two saws is very comparable, both in robust size and fit/finish... The SawStop obviously has the added safety feature, which I am a BIG fan of. But for those who feel like they do not need that feature, comparable Harvey models are considerably less expensive.

[@IlanDavid]

@@StumpyNubs So, get a sawstop and put a Harvey miter gauge on it. got it.

[@TERHUNE_METHOD]

Hi James, do you know why there is such a large access door for the case of the Harvey tablesaw? It doesn’t appear to be covering anything. Is it just there for additional airflow? My question is can I replace it with a regular door so that I can use the additional space under the saw for routing some dust collection pipe?

[@TERHUNE_METHOD]

I now realize that the door is so deep because the motor swings out of the main cabinet when I tit the arbor. Now I realize my question was a bit silly

[@mikehenderson54]

I've never heard of Harvey Wood Working Machines and am consider their table saw for my next shop. I've used a Shopsmith for a lot of years but they have their limits. I want to build a shop with tools that are set and don't need to be calibrated often. I'm glad I found your videos. Thanks

[@TheTranq]

Never seen the Harvey table saw looks like a beast

[@frankrossi5019]

I need a new table saw. Was looking at the Laguna F2 until I saw the Harvey. I am a hobbies and had a craftsman 10 inch for the past 30 years. I do cutting boards and other hard word projects. Do you think the 2 hp is enough or just get the 3hp 220 volt.

[@StumpyNubs]

2HP should do it, but if you can afford it, you will never go wrong by going big.

[@jdavilae]

Keep up the good work!

[@hollandcustomwoodworking5932]

I would love to own a Harvey Table saw. I’ve been looking to upgrade my old craftsman saw. I’ve watched a few reviews like yours on the Harvey. I think I have my heart set.

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

That Harvey saw looks fantastic.. their fence looks a lot like the incredible out of production Delta Uni-Fence.

[@AnotherMaker]

I love the cool tools segments. Keep them coming!

[@gerardoespinoza7202]

Thanks for the Great video, a question I’m on the shop for a table saw, is the Harvey table saw has the quality of the saw stop? Is it as quiet and smooth as the saw stop?

[@fozz7480]

Where did you get your outfeed table for your table saw?

[@StumpyNubs]

The roller stand? Rockler.

[@lindseysturkie2205]

I appreciate that your site is unique in that you explain stuff about tools and wood working rather than projects. You've filled a very specific niche. You make the "projects sites" much more amenable. thanks

[@aaronriggan2373]

I was JUST thinking yesterday that it's been a while since a cool tools video!

[@inthewoodworksco.9041]

Great video. I just purchased the Harvey Ambassador 3hp Table Saw. You are right. They are heavy duty. Do you notice a kind of grinding/braking noise when you turn off the saw and the blade comes to a stop? Mine also has a bit of shaky start and stop to it. I tried the nickel test on mine and it failed every time that I started it.

[@StumpyNubs]

No, mine is smooth. Maybe contact them about it.

[@John-NeverStopLearning]

I’m slowly gathering information for the purchase of a new 3hp table saw. How does the Harvey compare to the SawStop? Maybe another video?

[@StumpyNubs]

Both quality saws. The difference is the flesh-sensing tech. If you feel like you want that, you pay a bit more for it. If you don't, you can save a bit with the Harvey.

[@John-NeverStopLearning]

@@StumpyNubs Thank you for the quick response. 😀 I believe we’re in the same state a little south in the city with the maze and blue. I hope some day we could meet eye to eye. Thank you again. I am a loyal watcher of your channel.

[@frankrossi5019]

Sorry another question about the Harvey. As a non professional is the Harvey 3hp worth the cost difference over the Laguna F2?

[@StumpyNubs]

I have never used the Laguna, so all I can do is suggest comparing features and cost and making your own decision.

[@mishellekochel4510]

GREAT VID. Had to cancel my Harvey table saw order due to finding Mom has cancer and wanted to ensure her needs were priority. We'll get there one day. 🙏😊

[@tomspare3573]

I'm looking to build a storage system underneath my tablesaw. Do you have a video or pictures of the one you have under this Harvey tablesaw?

[@StumpyNubs]

We will make a video of the various storage carts we have under our saws sometime.

[@robertbankhead8661]

Excellent James! Always love this video series.

[@gerardoespinoza7202]

Hi, I’m on the shop of a table saw, I notice that you have a Harvey and a saw stop, which table saw it’s quieter and smoother?

[@StumpyNubs]

They are pretty equal in that respect.

[@gerardoespinoza7202]

@@StumpyNubs thanks for letting me know.

[@larrykoob507]

Enjoyable video as always. Great comments and replys. I read most of the comments where you supply a responeses. I use your site frequently (and others) for training sales staff for a cabinet hardware distributor.

[@isaachenke749]

It’s good to see you still support some American made tools.

[@nobuckle40]

Always love the Cool Tool videos. Got to say though, the Harvey TS should be in the Drool Tools series. I can't see myself being able to afford one of those in my lifetime. Thanks for posting.

[@nmancini]

Any more reviews or updates on the Harvey saw?

[@TheLovelyMissBeans]

Thanks for the recommendation on that table saw. I'm actually new to the craft and saving up for a table saw. While a lot of people have said to just go down to Lowe's and pick up whatever is on sale, my gut has said set the money aside, buy something of quality, with good safety features, accessories you can count on for accuracy, and the kind of craftsmanship that you can count on to stick around for the long haul. This looks like just the thing.

[@StumpyNubs]

I personally would not but a table saw that did not have an easy (toolless) blade guard release and riving knife option. That is by far the most important safety feature of a table saw, in my mind.

[@wildpat03]

I've had the 2HP 36" version with the more traditional trunions and I can't recommend this brand enough.They actually build cabinet saws for Grizzly, Laguna, Powermatic and Jet. I run it with a full kerf combo blade and it chews through really hard wood without a hitch. One thing though I'd highly recommend: DO NOT buy their mobile base, it's a waste of money! It is a Bora clone with 2 fixed wheels. It barely accommodates a 400lbs machine and will not prevent tilting on the long side if one adds the cast iron right extension or even the cast iron router table. Get a longer base or fabricate your own (metal preferably) if one can passably weld. That's what I did even if my welding is.... very creative, let's say ;-) but it's now on 6 full swivel casters and I enjoy twirling this beast around in my very small shop.

[@mauriceryton]

That was awesome, l appreciate these new tool reviews.

[@SilverBack.]

Stumpy Nice table saw!!!

[@aravenstale824]

GREAT TOOLS

[@מעייןהמלבלבתחייםםםם]

I was really enjoyed the video, very good content ( i won't use a lot of the cool instruments, but i will consider the small ones) for me you are the coolest!!! Thanks

[@rickguymon5006]

Love my Harvey!!!! Ordered the routing table and fence. Just waiting for it.

[@garykorzelius5930]

Excellent as always! Thanks.

[@The_Doc_Rocks]

I see what you did there, on the Restorer: "I'm just scratching the surface with this tool".... Nice one...! :)

[@SherooDeen]

Beat me to it!!

[@harryshaw4998]

I wish I had known about the Harvey table saw before I bought my Fusion 2. Just another great video, like most of all your videos I learn from them!

[@corey6393]

I just bought a Fusion2, too. No regrets so far.

[@dieselsoggydog6299]

The Harvey and the Luguan saws are made by the same company, just branded different.

[@mururoa7024]

Look for the channel called Hooked On Wood. The guy there made a very clever zero clearance insert that virtually eliminates the rest of the dust on his Harvey table saw.

[@scottmorris4914]

The TiN surface on the tablesaw, do you think it is worth the increased cost?

[@StumpyNubs]

If you have a damp shop and your cast iron tools rust, then definitely. Otherwise, I'd go with the regular top and use the difference for accessories.

[@scottmorris4914]

@@StumpyNubs Thanks.

[@MMWoodworking]

How does the Harvey compare to a similarly priced model of the SawStop? I haven't seen many people use a Harvey. Is it just because of the safety feature of the SawStop, or is there a different reason? Is there a reason to pass on the safety feature of the SawStop in favor of a Harvey?

[@StumpyNubs]

Harvey has made saws for many years, but they were always branded by others. So, lots of people use them, they just don't know it. In the last few years Harvey has started releasing their own branded machines.... How does it compare to a SawStop? Both are top quality saws in terms of build quality and fit/finish. Both will last a lifetime. SawStop has their flesh-sensing technology, and you pay a premium to get it. If you want quality but don't need that technology, the Harvey provides that at a lower price point.

[@michaelwodarcyk2903]

Good video. I'm a little puzzled because it wasn't too long ago that you preached about the SawStop table saw and that no shop should be without one due to the safety features. What changed?

[@StumpyNubs]

I never said no shop should be without a SawStop. I am also not saying every shop should have a Harvey. This is "Cool Tools"- it's about seeing what good tools are available. In this case, a Harvey may be a good option for all those folks who want a top quality saw at a significantly lower price point compared to other comparable models. You can choose what you think is best for your shop.

[@richragan4810]

Thanks James! Really like the Router Cetering device.

[@michaelbruner3555]

The Restorer looks different than mine. I got one of the first ones (mine is cream color). It worked great for a while until the rubber hub shrunk and caused the sanding sleeves to slip and eat the housing. I just use the paint and rust roller now. Man that works great!

[@KundelCrane]

Sorry about your issue. Email us a photo of your tool. We may be able to correct it for you 👍🏼 [e-mail]

[@brwi9678]

Informative video, as always. Question about the Harvey table saw that I'm considering as upgrade to my old contractor saw - have you adjusted the blade (heeling/paralleling) and, if so, how easy/hard was it?

[@justin7030]

Thx for the info on the igaging brand. I'm in Canada so I don't think I can buy through your link. I left a thumbs up and a comment to try to make up for it.

[@dougharder7212]

Harvey our sawstop which is your first choice?

[@scottbennett4946]

The Harvey table saw seems to be very similar to the Laguna Fusion F3 saw. Are they as similar as they seem in quality? The dust extraction system and the fence look almost identical

[@supersproodle]

Same question!

[@terryclarke8300]

I have an old Craftsman cabinet saw and want to upgrade the cheep 1" thick fence to something more useful. What would you recommend?

[@tommanseau6277]

From what a lot of people over the years have said, the Vega brand saw fence is probably one of the best replacement fences.Not cheap, but it is a quality upgrade. If money is no object then get the Incra rig. Indexed, truly microadjustable, and repeatable set up. But they are expensive. Best of luck whatever you decide.

[@scubthebub]

Can someone explain the difference/benefit of having the Layout Squares vs the Chips Fly bench squares of similar size? Is it the same function in a different form factor? Obviously the sizes are different with Layout Squares being 7" and 12", and combinations being 4" and 7". Thanks.

[@timothymbess]

The Restorer was pretty cool. I've had to epoxy cracks and gaps on several projects and I've learned a really dependable method to cut down sand times. First, tape off the area with blue tape so that your epoxy pour is going just into the crack and the immediate surface, and not all over your workpiece. Secondly, once the epoxy tacks up (but is not fully cured) you can remove the tape and then take a razor blade or card scraper and shave off the excess epoxy from the surface. Once it cures, you'll be left with just some small spot sanding as opposed to whipping out the belt sander and chewing off a giant pool of hardened epoxy. If sanding is soul crushing work, it's a thousand times worse when you blow through 15 random orbit pads trying to get rid of epoxy with hardness that seems like a diamond.

[@ironwood1621]

Another great CT video. Gonna get the igauge square set.

[@joad47]

I like the "dovetail" mechanism.....but it doesn't appear to come on the littler 2 hp model. Am I wrong?

[@StumpyNubs]

It doesn't. However, well made saws with the traditional arm lift are excellent, as well. I wouldn't consider the dovetail tracks a necessity.

[@joad47]

@@StumpyNubs Thanks for the response!

[@scottwilliams8636]

I have picked up so many quality cool tools over the years based on your suggestions. Thank you for your Cool Tools videos, keep them coming! I bought the Harvey ambassador c 14 band saw on your suggestion and what a machine!

[@drgruber57]

You got me interested in Harvey Tools.I had been saving up to buy the power matic PM2014 lathe, But now I'm kicking around the idea of getting the smaller Harvey lathe. I would love it if you could Borrow Or something get your hands on a power matic PM2014Come and do a comparison Test between it and the smaller Harvey lathe. Please!

[@StumpyNubs]

I have the smaller Harvey lathe and unless you turn very, very large things, it's plenty. I can turn a 12 inch platter, no problem. And with the bed extension I can turn all the long spindles I want.

[@KundelCrane]

Awesome video. Glad you like your new Restorer. Thanks for sharing your insights on those amazing tools

[@alexvonbosse5090]

Did you ever see an Altendorf table saw. A friend of mine has one and it is absolutely a fantastic saw!

[@garyberg3075]

Hi I always enjoy your stuff I recently made your router bit cabinet it looks great would like t show you a picture

[@osomxl]

Stumpy! Have you seen Jay Bates new sawhorse bench? His video just came out and it has a ton of features, perfect for the handtool woodworker.

[@pawpawstew]

I just watched that video. Jay's integration of those dovetail clamps into the sawhorse is pretty slick.

[@markhaynes6410]

@12:18 "I'm just scratching the surface with this tool" 😂😂😂

[@vpreston20]

Just curious ... how would you rate the SawStop against the Harvey (aside from the safety features)?

[@StumpyNubs]

Setting the blade stopping technology aside and comparing similar models, the two are equal in quality, in my opinion. Harvey's miter gauge is far better, though.

[@arth.4196]

I was impressed. Great 👍 job.

[@larryquinn4964]

I enjoy the contents of your Cool Tool Segments. I saw the part on the Harvey Table saw and I have a question about the Fence. How well does the Fence hold it's back to front postion and is there any flex in the fence when pressure is applied to the back of the fence when it is locked down?

[@Sadowsky46]

Wow, the saw is NICE 👍

[@paulpardee]

heh "just scratching the surface" nice :D Is there any reason not to use an angle grinder with a flap wheel to remove resin? Too much cross-grain action? I haven't tried, just a random thought.

[@StumpyNubs]

Any sander you use can eat into the wood if you aren't careful.

[@jimspencer1077]

Thank you so much I'm going to order me a set of squares now

[@dwzamecnik]

first thing I noticed about the Harvey table saw is the fence!! Its just like the UNI-Fence which is a fantastic fence! By that I mean the two position aluminum extrusion. They took the newer beismeyer and hybrid it with the OG unifence. I recently acquired a delta unisaw 34-802 with a unifence, I wonder if their fence ( extrusion) is compatible with the unisaw. I hope so and i hope i can buy just the extrusion to update and improve my old fence.

[@DanHoke]

You just keep on delivering great content. Thank you.

[@wolfman75]

Awesome!!!! Thank You!!!👍😎

[@ronhau1542]

Very good video!