Issue 68
Issue 68
Be It Resolved
I am not a big believer in the idea that people spontaneously change in significant ways – as in the popular conception of a New Year’s resolution, for example.
But I do think that people change, over time and with intention. Goal setting is something I can fully get behind. And as we start the new year, I have some woodworking goals I am hoping to achieve. How about you? Do you have a technique or a skill you would like to master? Hand cut dovetails? Decorative inlay? Putting a shine on your finishing skills?
If you do have such goals, then please allow me to make a recommendation: check out the Woodworker’s Journal print magazine. My circulation department has a terrific subscription offer for eZine readers right now.
Now, it’s possible that I am a bit biased … but, in my opinion, there is no better place to find woodworking information. From basic butt joints to hand cut dovetails, we have the best woodworkers in the country teaching techniques, answering your questions and offering advice.
For years, I have been resolute about bringing the best woodworking information available to the readers of Woodworker’s Journal … this year, why don’t you resolve to pick it up and give it a try?
– Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Today's Woodworker
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Ellis Walentine: Introducing an Old Friend
Well-known to many woodworkers, this issue of Today’s Woodworker brings you the story of Ellis Walentine.
Industry Interviews
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Amana Tools: Changing Woodworking through Persistence and Commitment to Quality
Amana Tools, at the head of the router revolution that forever changed woodworking, has always had a strong commitment to quality.
What's In Store
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Metabo ST105Plus Jig Saw: Flexibility, Power and Control
An anti-splintering case, impressive flexibility, a 6 amp motor that develops 62 inch pounds of torque – Metabo’s new ST105Plus Jig Saw is work looking into.
Q & A
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How the Shellac Gets Made
Here’s the full story on shellac from an expert – it’s quite worth the read!
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Selecting a Power Planer
One speed? Two speed? Michael Dresdner and Simon Watts clear up the power planer confusion.
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Loose Tenon Jig Question
Michael Dresdner and Simon Watts tackle this tricky tenon question.
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Glue Application Inquiry
This woodworker’s question and the expert’s answers are a nice resource for Titebond II glue queries.
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Air Dry vs. Kiln Dry
Michael Dresdner and Simon Watts, thankfully, expose the absurdity of the advice this patient woodworker was given.
Feedback
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Can You Freeze out a Powder Post Beetle?
Craftsman tools, high school shop class and powder post beetles – this Reader’s Response column has it all.
