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-Narex Rasps: lddy.no/148zo
-Dixie Cups (8oz): amzn.to/3BRY44b
-Dixie cup dispenser: amzn.to/3sZhHU4
-M-Power SBS Sharpening Station: www.mpower-too...
-Hockey tape:amzn.to/3uUiwOQ
-Ryobi hot glue gun: amzn.to/3sZhIY8
-Ryobi batteries and charger: amzn.to/3sncA0V
-Harvey Router Table System: www.harveywood...
-MLCS U-Turn router lift: www.mlcswoodwo...
-Paper towel holder: amzn.to/3Kfvk8t
(M-Power, Taylor Tools (Narex) and Harvey are supporters of Stumpy Nubs Woodworking Journal)
★SOME MORE OF MY FAVORITE CHEAP TOOLS★
-123 Blocks: lddy.no/vpij
-Mechanical Pencils: amzn.to/2PA7bwK
-Lumber pencil: amzn.to/2QtwZjv
-Pocket Measuring Tape: amzn.to/2kNTlI9
-Irwin Drill Bit Gauge: amzn.to/2AwTkQg
-Nut/Bolt/Screw Gauge: amzn.to/2CuvxSK
-Self-Centering Punch: amzn.to/2QvbcrC
-Self-Centering Bits: amzn.to/2xs71UW
-Angle Cube: lddy.no/10nam
-Steel Ruler: lddy.no/10mv7
-Utility knife: amzn.to/3nfhIiv
-Center-Finding Ruler: lddy.no/10nak
-Bit & Blade Cleaner: amzn.to/2TfvEOI
-Digital depth gauge: amzn.to/3mwRf2x
-Wood Glue: amzn.to/3mqek6M
-Spade Bits: amzn.to/3j8XPtD
★SOME OF MY FAVORITE HAND TOOLS★
-Digital Caliper: amzn.to/384H1Or
-Marking Gauge: lddy.no/10muz
-Marking knife: lddy.no/10mv0
-Narex Chisels: lddy.no/sqm3
-Stanley Sweetheart Chisels: amzn.to/3y5HDOc
-Mini Pull Saw: amzn.to/2UEHBz6
-Gent Saw: lddy.no/ss2x
-Coping saw: amzn.to/2W7ZiUS
-Shinwa Rulers: lddy.no/zl13
★SOME OF MY FAVORITE POWER TOOLS★
-Miter Saw: amzn.to/3gqIlQ8
-Jointer: amzn.to/3yc3gfZ
-Planer: amzn.to/3mn6BGF
-Router: amzn.to/3grD22S
-Sander: amzn.to/3DdvD0Y
-Cordless drill: amzn.to/3D9ZiIm
-Brad nailer: amzn.to/3gsRkjH
-Mini Compressor: amzn.to/3mvrmQr
-Bladerunner: amzn.to/2Wl0TtJ
-Jig Saw: amzn.to/3zetTBY
-Scroll Saw: amzn.to/3gq9qDc
-Multi-Tool: amzn.to/3muZuMi
★SOME OF MY FAVORITE OTHER TOOLS★
-Drill Bits: amzn.to/3B8Ckzh
-Forstner Bits: amzn.to/3kk3wEI
-Shop Vacuum: amzn.to/2Wkqnbl
-Machine Setup Blocks: amzn.to/3gq7kDh
-Counter-Sink Bit: amzn.to/37ZukUo
-Featherboard: amzn.to/3DeqHsq
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[@StumpyNubs]

*Tools Seen in this video* -Narex Rasps: lddy.no/148zo -Dixie Cups (8oz): amzn.to/3BRY44b -Dixie cup dispenser: amzn.to/3sZhHU4 -M-Power SBS Sharpening Station: www.mpower-tools.com/product/side-by-side-diamond-bench-stone-sharpener/ -Hockey tape: amzn.to/3uUiwOQ -Ryobi hot glue gun: amzn.to/3sZhIY8 -Ryobi batteries and charger: amzn.to/3sncA0V -Harvey Router Table System: www.harveywoodworking.com/products/compass-router-table-system -MLCS U-Turn router lift: www.mlcswoodworking.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/smarthtml/pages/u-turn-lift.html -Paper towel holder: amzn.to/3Kfvk8t (M-Power, Taylor Tools (Narex) and Harvey are supporters of Stumpy Nubs Woodworking Journal) ★SOME MORE OF MY FAVORITE CHEAP TOOLS★ -123 Blocks: lddy.no/vpij -Mechanical Pencils: amzn.to/2PA7bwK -Lumber pencil: amzn.to/2QtwZjv -Pocket Measuring Tape: amzn.to/2kNTlI9 -Irwin Drill Bit Gauge: amzn.to/2AwTkQg -Nut/Bolt/Screw Gauge: amzn.to/2CuvxSK -Self-Centering Punch: amzn.to/2QvbcrC -Self-Centering Bits: amzn.to/2xs71UW -Angle Cube: lddy.no/10nam -Steel Ruler: lddy.no/10mv7 -Utility knife: amzn.to/3nfhIiv -Center-Finding Ruler: lddy.no/10nak -Bit & Blade Cleaner: amzn.to/2TfvEOI -Digital depth gauge: amzn.to/3mwRf2x -Wood Glue: amzn.to/3mqek6M -Spade Bits: amzn.to/3j8XPtD ★SOME OF MY FAVORITE HAND TOOLS★ -Digital Caliper: amzn.to/384H1Or -Marking Gauge: lddy.no/10muz -Marking knife: lddy.no/10mv0 -Narex Chisels: lddy.no/sqm3 -Stanley Sweetheart Chisels: amzn.to/3y5HDOc -Mini Pull Saw: amzn.to/2UEHBz6 -Gent Saw: lddy.no/ss2x -Coping saw: amzn.to/2W7ZiUS -Shinwa Rulers: lddy.no/zl13 ★SOME OF MY FAVORITE POWER TOOLS★ -Miter Saw: amzn.to/3gqIlQ8 -Jointer: amzn.to/3yc3gfZ -Planer: amzn.to/3mn6BGF -Router: amzn.to/3grD22S -Sander: amzn.to/3DdvD0Y -Cordless drill: amzn.to/3D9ZiIm -Brad nailer: amzn.to/3gsRkjH -Mini Compressor: amzn.to/3mvrmQr -Bladerunner: amzn.to/2Wl0TtJ -Jig Saw: amzn.to/3zetTBY -Scroll Saw: amzn.to/3gq9qDc -Multi-Tool: amzn.to/3muZuMi ★SOME OF MY FAVORITE OTHER TOOLS★ -Drill Bits: amzn.to/3B8Ckzh -Forstner Bits: amzn.to/3kk3wEI -Shop Vacuum: amzn.to/2Wkqnbl -Machine Setup Blocks: amzn.to/3gq7kDh -Counter-Sink Bit: amzn.to/37ZukUo -Featherboard: amzn.to/3DeqHsq -ISOtunes Hearing Protection (Save $10): bit.ly/3BHYdH7 (If you use one of the affiliate links above, we may receive a small commission)

[@bankruptjojo5009]

From a former hockey player the tape trick made me smile

[@jerbear7952]

You are both sticky heathens.

[@michaelpeavey3264]

I ordered the hockey tape for my Bessey clamps. Always loved the clamps and hated the smooooth handles. The tape made it so much easier to tighten for my arthritic hands. So simple, I can't believe I never thought of it before since I played hockey as a kid. Thanks Stumpy!

[@ashtontrent2057]

My grandparents let me take some tools that belonged to my great grandfather. A lot of his tools he made himself; I do residential remodeling, and haven't done all too much fine woodworking (20 years old) admittedly I don't even know what some of them were until fiddling with them. There were some rasps that have been sitting in my toolbox and after watching the video they are definitely handmade. I will find some way to use them and appreciate the quality and time that went into making them. Thank you for the video! Enjoy the channel

[@carasmussen27]

my great uncle was a master builder and gave my cousin (his grandson) some of his tools including a hand made tool box. It was really cool to look at them. Next time I go home I'm going to check them out again.

[@typrus6377]

At your age, remember to be willing to defer to experts- if you are, and you stay humble but confident where justified, you will go far. Best of luck to you, and congrats on having such a concrete connection to the past that meets you where you're at!

[@elizabethtana8862]

The smaller Ryobi glue gun is quite useful for diorama/model/doll house applications, I can recommend having both for those that work smaller.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks James, another great video about helper hands around the shop. Stay safe, Fred.

[@jkalash762]

I'm a gunsmith and the Dixie cups is one i couldn't believe i ever lived without. One day i needed to touch up the bluing on a rifle and didn't have anymore of the little plastic cups i used and started rummaging through cabinets and found a huge pack of them. So much more convenient and less likely too tip over. Ever since i use them for dozens of uses around the shop.

[@A1BASE]

YES to the dixie cup dispenser. I'm totally fed up of scrambling to find things to mix epoxy in.

[@aurtisanminer2827]

That dixie cup dispenser is gonna end up in my shop soon. It’s a super useful tip!

[@mkbcoolman]

I'm in the Ryobi ecosystem...just works well for my hobby shop setup. I bought that glue gun a few weeks back, and I swear it almost has a permanent place on my assembly table now. It's amazing how convenient hot glue is when you don't have to mess with plugging in a gun or having to deal with it tipping over. It is a battery hog, but anyone like me already has at least a dozen batteries so no big deal.

[@ryanc8188]

When I saw that router fence it reminded me of some old table saws that used to be at my community college. They had pins that got the course set then had a dial adjuster to do fine adjustments. They even had the measurements engraved into the top. Oh they were nice! Wish I could have bought one when they went up for sale.

[@bryanmcwhirter9945]

Hello and funny you mentioned hockey tape aa I'm from Canada, I always have some around but i actually prefer cycling handle bar tape, the adhesive is better and doesn't have that gummy almost like ash fault consistency and alor of cool colors! Ive been using it for many of my tools from hammers to mallets to, well name it. Great fir outside work when its wet, cold and snow. Always enjoy your vids and thankyou for interesting ideas.

[@davidinch2804]

Hey Brian... real Canadians know that it's "eh", not "aa". But I'll give the cycling tape a try. Have a good one, eh!

[@stephenmiller6690]

I have used Dixie Cups in my shop for as long as I can remember. So many uses.

[@ugaladh]

I use the "shot glass"-sized version of those red plastic party cups

[@cepterone]

Dudeee.. im waiting for my table top to arrive! Got the router fence in the mail already. cant wait to get it all hooked up. Also- those stones... are a good idear.

[@wolfman75]

Thank you!!! Awesome as always!!!! 😃👍😎🤘

[@TheAruruu]

I highly recommend grabbing a paper towel holder that has a sort of ratchet like mechanism in it. they hold the paper towel roll firmly enough that you can tear the sheet off the roll with a single hand, but not so firmly that you can pull out a fresh sheet from the roll before tearing it off. They're a bit more expensive than other holders at anywhere from $12-$20 USD, but the convenience of being able to pull a sheet off with just one hand is totally worth it.

[@snap4ward]

Fun seeing all the expensive stuff out there....

[@DGH550]

I’ve had the MLCS U-Turn router lift for years and only once did it start to drop (ever so slightly). All you have to do is tighten that knurled nut and it’s good for another decade of work.

[@needamuffin]

There's something about your manner of speaking and inflections that reminds me a lot of Bill the Engineer Guy. You both have such soothing and interestingly inflective voices that make explanations of these types of things fascinating.

[@tangleridgeturnings]

Before going out and buying more of those paper towel holders look at the perfect tear ones. They ratchet so you only need one hand to tear sheets, you don't have to hold the roll with your other hand.

[@NianticRiverWoodcraftingChrisN]

Absolutely! I have three of those in my shop!

[@michaelclair3589]

I agree. They're also great for the rv and boat. They stay put, the rolls won't fall off or unspool.

[@maxwellyedor7610]

Those perfect tear holders are the best! Bought one for my camper, immediately bought 3 more for the house.

[@danielbal5272]

I agree. You would have to use two hands every time with the one shown her.

[@jeaniedyer282]

Can you add a link to the ones you mean? Thanks

[@dlseklund]

Well done creating another useful video. The frequency of your uploads and the quality of the content is commendable

[@ehisey]

The Ryobi gluegun is great addition to a ryobi collection. Super handy.

[@atomictyler]

good idea with the paper towel holder! I'm going to mount one of those under my assembly bench. I've had to search around them multiple times after realizing I had glue all over my hand and no paper towels near me.

[@Yawles]

I look forward to your Cool Tools when you post them. Nicely done!

[@StuartGeers]

There is a mini Ryobi glue gun that uses the small sticks. I sometimes get to use it in the shop since my daughter and wife discovered it.

[@errolfarr5835]

Notes on hockey tape, black tape will rot / destroy leather, my hockey gloves always fall apart if I use black on the knob. Use white tape, or the bicycle tape another guy recommended. The black tape will also stain if using gloves. Black tape is best for hockey stick blades as it hides the puck from the goalie, at least it did 50 years ago!

[@mt11235]

That glue gun is the reason I picked green for my cheap tools (tools I don't use often and not worth getting mid-end stuff). They also have a fan that takes the same battery that is great and relatively cheap.

[@torydavis10]

I like a short bit of light chain and a pair of hooks for a roll holder.

[@billfromgermany]

I use exclusively hand stitched. They are also SO MUCH more pleasant to use, with a very smooth cutting action.

[@mswobo23]

Taped my hockey stick handles the same way when I was young many decades go.

[@billy2807]

Haha Rob Cosman coming in hot with "how to wrap a hockey sti-...I mean joiner's mallet." Oh, Canada.

[@donaldmcdaniel1773]

Good video! Very informative

[@nobuckle40]

Garth: "If you're gonna spew, spew in this". That the first thing that came to mind when I saw the video title. Classic line from the classic movie Wayne's World. That M-Power system is impressive and reasonably priced for all that's included.

[@robertholler7262]

I purchased an assortment of silicon mixing containers for mixing epoxy. You just let the batch set up, pop it out, wipe the cup with a rag and acetone, and the cup is ready to mix another batch. I also clean my brushes with acetone. Less waste.

[@chrislamb155]

Every time I look at my roll of paper towels I say to myself I need to make a holder......... Been saying that for about 20 years! Thank you for pushing me towards a just getting it done with a simple "Add to Cart". Also added dixie cups/dispenser to the order. Thank you!

[@johnrice6793]

You’ve a very good crew working video - split edits etc., and your script is again is very good. Very well done. Yep - I have a plug in glue gun. It’s a real hassle. If I can locate a Makita/Ryobi adapter I may well get the glue gun. 👍👍

[@paule.9638]

I miss the beer can. "Until then, sit back and have yourself a cold one, cuz you've earned it my friend."

[@garyv2498]

You had me hooked after practical uses for Dixie cups and hockey tape.

[@kencoleman7762]

Nice look at some great tools. I really appreciate the concept that occasionally you just need to get on with and buy a paper towel dispenser. Thanks for another great video.

[@TheBmboone]

Can absolutely vouch for those paper towel holders. I screwed mine onto a piece of pine and stuck a couple of mounted magnets onto the other side... Now it's a mobile paper towel holder that can be stuck to whatever ferrous surface is available.

[@travis7500]

I'd note that Surebonder makes their own cordless glue gun that works with Ryobi batteries and also is available with adapters to use Dewalt, Milwaukee or Makita batteries. I bought the Surebonder gun for $25 with no adapter, and the a $16 adapter to allow my Makita batteries. So for only a little more than $40, I can use my regular battery platform to have a cordless glue gun. And it's already been amazing. A great tool.

[@kevinmiller1881]

That router fence is sexy!

[@dbnoho]

I just got the bench dog cast iron router table top for $120 new. There is no greater joy than living close to the biggest Rockler store on the west coast, as all their overstocks, damaged box and returns get funneled to that store and I swing by for great discounts. (Two still there if anyone reads this)

[@plakor6133]

Agree on the cordless hot glue gun. There's at least one company (surebonder) that makes them for the different battery brands.

[@tornagawn]

Rasps! I never knew you could get hand cut ones. Looks handy for rough shaping knife up handles prior to finer sanding work…

[@davidpretorius2984]

in theory, if they used an irrational stagger pattern (standard example would be the golden ratio) for machine-made rasps, then you should also avoid the rasp lines seen with rational/regular stagger patterns

[@isaach1447]

But they don’t.😞

[@torydavis10]

That only works if the rasp is infinitely long.

[@JoeC1977]

Lee Valley has a rasp that looks hand stitched but I’m guessing it’s just what you described, David. And it’s not outrageously priced. I have one, I use it to shape guitar necks, it does cut fast, by applying just a little pressure you can leave a rather smooth finish, I love it.

[@bjer39]

I'm a beginner and I've learned so much from your honest reviews. Very grateful!

[@johnnyb362]

Harbor Freight sells a magnetic paper towel holder that works great on the side of a table saw, drill press etc.

[@sshuggi]

4:26 AvE uses "HPHT": hot pink hockey tape. They stand out in a messy shop, and who's going to steal a pink tool, lol.

[@garybrown7860]

I always look forward to the next cool tools videos. I enjoy the pros and of each tool and the demonstrations. Abosuletly Love your channel.

[@Nurse_Lucy]

These are some of my most favorite videos from this channel

[@payres48]

Thank you for both your responses. Very helpful.

[@rpavlik1]

I know a lot of folks already have Ryobi batteries, but in case you don't, TTI (maker of ryobi, Milwaukee, etc) now also makes it for the Walmart "Hart" brand of cordless tools. They're not a great deal full price, but they go on sale frequently. If you want a corded hot glue gun for mini sticks, that is switchable high/low temp, I've had great luck with the "Gorilla" brand ones, I own two now (one for clear, one for black). They heat up fast and are nicely designed, and are pretty cheap, around 10 bucks.

[@dougprentice1363]

Even though you don't say it anymore, Im sitting back, relaxing and having a cold one.

[@ay8306]

Love the hockey tape idea! Simple, effective, and inexpensive!

[@charlespatt]

The Ryobi glue gun was a game changer for me because i could now quickly take it anywhere - in the house, car, even outside. My corded glue guns i just used in the shop because i would have to make a big deal to use it elsewhere, bringing an extension cord and waiting for it to heat up, etc. Now for such jobs i pick up the Ryobi, turn it on, and by the time i get to where i want to use it it's ready to go.

[@tollertollertoller]

That Harvey router fence is mind blowingly amazing. As indulgent as I am in buying things for myself, I'd have to have something occur to make feel particularly deserving before I could spend the dough. Thank you for sharing a view of your cool upgrades.

[@justinfacer6332]

I just bought a Narex chisel set. I love them so far but my only reference point are the two sets of super cheap harbor freight and Amazon starters I've worked with so far. Narex is leaps and bounds above those at a reasonable price for a beginner just starting to get more serious.

[@MatthRrrr]

In complement to dixie cups, you can also buy tongue depressors (I buy them from medical equipment store, when I buy scalpel blades and syringes, also for hobby stuff). They are incredibly cheap, clean, and can be used to stir or apply various materials such as glues. You can easily shape them to fit you needs.

[@StumpyNubs]

Yes, I buy popsicle sticks for mixing.

[@richpeggyfranks490]

I like to use plastic knives. They are the perfect size and have a straight side and a curved side and a rounded end. They usually come with a set of plastic forks/spoons/knives. But, there are always leftover unused knives. My kids and friends save them for me. I haven't bought a "stir stick" in years.

[@matthewfaerber9567]

I have the surebonder cordless glue gun with a dewalt battery adapter and it's great!

[@ILoveAnchovies334]

Nice plane collection! It looks like it rivals my fathers. i think he has around 200 hand planes. He used to hand plane his moldings in restorations to get an imperfect but authentic finish. No wonder why we never had money when i was a kid😆😆😆

[@Bigdog1787]

Never known you could buy cast iron extension and ones that work with contractor saw. Then it also has a router lift hole as well that's even more of a bonus. 🥰

[@davidlowery245]

Just got my mpower sbs sharpening system in the mail today. Haven’t used it yet but it looks great. And thanks for getting us $40 off!

[@necrojoe]

I tell you, that glue gun probably brought more people into Ryobi's battery platform than any other tool they've ever made. The drip *is* a little annoying in my outside shop where a slight breeze can change the trajectory of the dropping glue...but it's still not a big issue...just point the same direction the wind is blowing so that it doesn't drip into the base.

[@MrNoobed]

I wish it had a quicker heat up and a better feeling trigger and mechanism, especially for the price.

[@michaelault3180]

They have a Hart version of this glue gun too.

[@garguntoter]

just a weekend warrior woodworker nothing really big but like to make some of my own stuff but I am a model rocket hobbyist that have been using dixie cups for quite a while for epoxy mixing and application, I also use craft sticks look like tongue depressors or the ones that a popsicle stick size for spreading and doing filets in my hobby, lots of stuff out there that can be used for something other then their original intended purpose, just have to get a little creative thinking going on, good luck and may your splinters be few.

[@squifty]

That M-Power SBS Sharpening Station has been pretty good for sharpening bevels, but it's terrible for flattening the back on wood chisels/hand plane blades. Because the diamond plates are not detachable from their mount, the other plates get in the way, especially for the middle (600 grit) plate.

[@johnconrad8796]

James, you're a Michigan guy - you know that what Cosman showed you is how we Canadians tape the butt end of a hockey stick!

[@bertbertmann5823]

17:40 right in the feels

[@vincedameion2631]

Having built an adapter for using a Ryobi glue gun with my battery platform it was totally worth it. Even buying the glue gun and battery kit would be worth it just for convenience.

[@pemtax557]

One of the best Cool Tools yet ... I gauge how good the Cool Tools episodes are by how often I stop the video to explore and research further a certain tool. Needless to say, this one got stopped a lot. As always James, all of your efforts are priceless to the community. Cheers my friend, Dave. (BTW ... the SBS Sharpening Station is an example of someone designing a tool that actually uses the tool. What a great system. I'm already planting all the necessary seeds with the wife )

[@theclosetcarpenter7172]

I was a carpenter for 35 years and woodworker for 3 year's and I have never known there are hand stitched rasp!

[@ToolsSetBox]

Hand-stitched rasps are indeed specialized tools that might not be as widely known as some other woodworking tools. Unlike machine-made rasps, hand-stitched rasps are crafted by skilled artisans who individually stitch the teeth into the rasp's surface. This meticulous process allows for greater control over the spacing and pattern of the teeth.

[@JoeC1977]

Dixie cups! I wet sand guitar necks with Danish oil - I have to pour the oil into something and the Dixie cups work great! Double them up to ensure no messy leaks. I made a cup holder in a scrap of 2x4 to ensure the cup can’t get accidentally knocked over.

[@justinokirk]

+1 on the Ryobi hot glue gun... I found it amazing for putting up holiday lights and decorations. 1 less cord to deal with on a ladder is a huge win.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic tips, James! Thanks a lot! 😃 The hot melt gun seems great! Even more for people like me who build rc airplanes. 😬 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@randywallis9624]

Try using a universal joint on the router table adjuster handle

[@lextheap1638]

That m power sharpening set looks great. Might get a set. And I've gotta love the honesty about the paper towel holders... I was going to make some, but I just couldn't be bothered.

[@ugaladh]

I recently bought the M Power Sharpening set. After years of saying that one day, I'd go up to diamond stones I kept waiting for the price of good ones to drop some, and they have somewhat. Usually a "system" like this costs so much more than the individual parts that people may not bother but this M Power system was about $50 more than the 3 individual diamond stones and I felt that was worth it. Amazon no longer has them and says they aren't sure they will again, so I just ordered directly from the company and received it in a few days along with a note and an e-mail about an actual person to contact if I had any issues.

[@transam1995lt1]

Ryobi has another smaller glue gun. Battery powered base and the actual gun comes off of the base. It uses the smaller sticks. It also has a drip catch when in the base.

[@CheveeDodd]

I prefer the 3.5oz jello cups because they are wider and shallower. Less likely to tip over when using acid brushes.

[@SeanChYT]

Wrong! I already saw this video twice, so I knew all of these tools before I even started watching this video (for the third time). So there!

[@justinjovi]

I like the mini Ryobi glue gun as it helps me get into tighter places.

[@m0rallyb4nkrupt]

I considered buying it. I am going to do. Thank you!

[@frrapp2366]

harbor freight has a set of magnetic towel holder ends for 14 bucks even comes in multiple colors stick fairly tight too

[@jessefurqueron5555]

Been using cheap plastic paper towel holders for years, not one has broken…yet. Have em scattered around in pairs (for white & blue shop towels) at nine work areas. Also use wire-metal disposable glove holders, right next to the paper towels holders, but not in in pairs..rather in threes. Two are each for blue and black nitrile gloves. The third…for emergency prefilled eyewash bottles. Same setup everywhere…you don’t have to walk away and back…nice and at the ready. Also keep a pair of blue gloves by the drill press (magnet on the column), keeps hand clean while changing belt speeds. Also use a large empty hot sauce container. Our old Delta over blade guard arm it had a built-in pencil/small tool holder. When we got the PM2K we added a Sawstop overarm blade guard/dust collector arm (the big one, not the small one) and frankenstined it onto the where the bench vise normally mounts on the PM2K table (the one with metal legs). Missed the pencil holder, so a small piece of plywood w some holes drilled in it and a cutout for the hot sauce container, 2 hose clamps (and some cork on back to not scratch the over blade arm) and new pencil holder at the ready. Took longer to drive to the big box store for hose clamps than to make it. As always, YMMV. Just sharing. nothing more. nothing less.

[@McThumpenstein]

I'm just going to start forwarding your videos to my wife so she knows what to buy me when it's gift time.

[@mytuberforyou]

THE and I mean THE paper towel holder to have in your shop is the Kamenstein. It has a friction clutch to provide perfect tension and spring bar tensioners like a paint roller to support thwe inside of the tube. It is ther BEST paper towel holder on the msrket and less than $17 on Amazon.

[@tiaanschreuder8687]

The “welcome to our 30 second video” was misleading 🤣

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Always enjoy your cool tools video's!

[@beurky]

Try some WD-40 dry chain lube on the gearbox and threaded rod. I know normal WD-40 isn't good because it attracts sawdust. The dry chain stuff is awesome. I keep a can with my contractor table saw exactly for this purpose. Cause eventually you'd break the handle or a couple teeth of a sprocket if you don't clean it.

[@StumpyNubs]

It turns smoothly, you can just feel the gears working. I will lube it and see if it helps. But I don't think a you could ever eliminate that gear feel entirely.

[@MMWoodworking]

Great video. God, I love these. Some thoughts... Handmade rasps remind of a ROS, in that there is no consistent scratch pattern, leaving less noticeable scratches. Are they worth the price when no matter which one you use, you will not get a finish ready surface? Probably not. If you have disposable income... go wild. Dixie cups + small kitchen scale = a perfect way to do things like mixing small batch stain or dye ratios, epoxy, or just generally allowing me not to waste finish when I know a rough number of grams will cover a surface. I am a huge proponent of hot glue. I still use a 15yr old corded one. It allows me temporary holds that don't leave a major mark. I use it to hold wood down on a planer-jointing jig. I also use it to hold templates, as it is cheaper than double stick tape. I love the idea of the Harvey fence running in a miter gauge... I think. I'm not sure it really matters, considering a router has a single cutting point, and it doesn't matter (as far as I know), what angle your fence is to the bit. Mine (Kreg bench top) is often at totally random angles because I see no purpose in getting out a square. So is there a reason to pay more for the system? I don't know. I love the micro adjustments, and that seems like it probably requires the runners, so in that sense, sure. I clamp a piece of wood with a bolt running through and loosen the fence, screwdriver the bolt a tad, push fence back and then re-tighten the fence. Cheap, but perhaps not as accurate. I'd love to see a future Cool Tools on one of those powered, foot pedal lifts. Those look really interesting, but could also be a pointless gimmick(?). I am just curious, as I know one day I will get old and that may be a nice feature. Right now I bend down and raise/lower my Bosch router by hand with the fixed base mechanism.

[@StumpyNubs]

We already did the powered foot pedal lift in a past episode.

[@ericwilliams538]

I have the desire for fine wood working tools, and the knowledge on how to use a great many of them. I just don't have the funds to get all them...

[@tonysheerness2427]

The convenience of battery tools over corded tools is a luxury to me. I do not do that much work so the batteries are either going flat in the tool or cooked in the charger. A corded tool has the handicap of the cable that can be annoying. However it is always ready and works 100% of the time. The battery hot melt glue gun looks amazing, stands up on its own and does not have the cord. However the amount of time I use it the batteries will be a problem. My corded glue gun is so light that folds in the cord pull the gun to where ever the cord goes. I can put up with that for the one or two times a year I use it.

[@StumpyNubs]

Modern Lithium batteries don't lose their charge over time nearly as quickly as the old NiCad ones. And the chargers don't overcook the batteries. At least not the good brands.

[@tonysheerness2427]

@@StumpyNubs Thanks for the reply.

[@robnhannon]

Surebonder also makes a good cordless glue gun as well and I think you can pick the battery adapter type you need with it.

[@kencorsell8087]

Back in the day hockey tape. Was known as friction tape and was used by electricians and athletes alike to tape wires and sporting implements before the was plastic electrical tape. We used to wrap the stocks on or handguns before shooting competitions to make the handgun literally stick in your hand!

[@StumpyNubs]

Hockey tape is not as saturated. Less messy.

[@glenntrewitt]

Surebonder makes glue guns with adaptors for Ryobi, Makita, Milwaukee, and Dewalt.

[@bruinflight]

Thanks again for an awesome video JH!

[@Rigus208]

That sharpening system looks like a great deal. I can’t find the size dimension of those stones. Even the video of the manufacturer doesn’t say a while how long they are. If you could forward that information and appreciate it keep all these good videos coming.👍😇

[@StumpyNubs]

I believe they are 9X3 or so.

[@Rigus208]

@@StumpyNubs thanks

[@dpmeyer4867]

Thanks

[@tomhaire4758]

Just a thought, but if you were able to attach a knob around the extension you used for the router lift handle, you would be able to make minor adjustments for height without having to reattach the lift handle.

[@michaelvonderheide4676]

As always an excellent video. I enjoy all your videos and appreciate the information.

[@WIImotionmasher]

3:41 I did not expect this joke It was pure gold

[@henrysiegertsz8204]

Very nice tools. How's your hand now James, I hope much better after a few years of healing?