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These may be modern versions of luthier's planes, but they are good for much more than just instrument making! These tiny hand planes fit into spaces others cannot.

Lee Valley Veritas Detail Palm Planes

Like you, I am always skeptical about things advertised on TV. So when the folks at Forearm Forklift sent me a set, I was happy to see if they really work.

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Do compost tumblers really make decent compost without having a large bin and turning it by pitchfork?

Lee Valley sent me this one and I have been using it all summer.

Rolling Composter

Low angle blade and up facing bevel make this smooth plane a winner for fine finish work and shooting boards.

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My review of Lee Valley's EasyWood Tools Mini Detailer.

Find out why I think carbide tipped  turning tools are an excellent choice for beginners just learning the lathe, and the occasional wood turner.

Lee Valley Mini Detailer


Square N Tape adds "Speed Square" functionality to your favorite tape measure. See why I think it is a big time saver for framing.

I have corrected a slight mistake in how the angles are laid out.

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Watch the inventor (Tom Noon) demo the Square N Tape

My review of Rockler's new Bench Dog branded Push Bloc. They are not going to replace my GRR-Rippers at the table saw, but are excellent at the router table. The Bench Dog branding means that you can buy them from Rockler or at many local hardware stores and home centers.

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Lee Valley's new Veritas Dual Marking Gauge. Unorthadox design means great flexibility.

Lee Valley's Cable Zip Wrap System is a fast flexible alternative to traditional wire loom products. I had the opportunity to test it out for you.

Cable Zip Wrap

Lee Valley's new Miter Slot Caliper Holder is a big help when squaring your saw table.

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While my iPad remote for the Shark was a bit impractical, this Lenovo Wireless Mini Keyboard works really well for jogging the machine if your computer isn't within arm's reach.

Geek fun at it's best! I use the LogMeIn remote access App to control my Rockler CNC Shark.

Not practical, but fun!

A Short review of Lee Valley's new Cross and Rip cut Carcass Saws

Lee Valley Veritas Carcass Saw