A.J. Hamler
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PROJECT: Outdoor Corner Plant Stand
Made from freshly milled hemlock, this four-tiered shelving unit creates a graceful space in outdoor settings. It’s as easy to build as it is beautiful.
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PROJECT: Versatile Crosscut Sled
Super-tune any table saw’s crosscutting accuracy with this sturdy, versatile jig.
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PROJECT: Benchtop Drill Press Mobile Stand
Convert your benchtop drill press into a mobile floor model with this sturdy cabinet — and get plenty of storage for bits and accessories at the same time.
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PROJECT: Rolling Task Light
Whether used as a raking light for finishing or for quick, wherever-you-need-it illumination, this articulating task light is on a roll.
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Air Compressor Water Woes
A.J. Hamler discusses the ins and outs of managing moisture in compressed air.
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Mortisers: The Drill Press’s Versatile Cousin
A.J. Hamler gives a basic overview of mortiser setup and maintenance and how (and why) to use them.
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How to Maintain Your Shop Brushes
An old hair comb can be an invaluable tool in keeping your shop’s paint and finishing brushes in good shape. A.J. Hamler explains how.
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PROJECT: Civil War Folding Table
Where do you sit if you’ve made our extremely popular Civil War folding chair? How about this matching Civil War folding table! The author’s reproduction utilizes pre-made balusters for “turned” legs.
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PROJECT: Civil War Officer’s Chair
A piece of classic Americana, this folding chair holds a place in our nation’s history.
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PROJECT: Civil War-era Shaving Box
It’s obvious from 19th century photography that people held personal grooming in high regard. Back then, men often owned a shaving box to store their supplies.
