Woodpecker Tools

Nicky, I have their 24" t square and the 1281. I love them both they are build solid and true. Here is a link to save you a few bucks on the tools. I used these guys several times and been very happy. http://www.carbideprocessors.com/woodpeckers-ts-32-2-t-square-32/

Thanks Belg,

Their Tools are first-rate. I have both their ‘Paolini Bench Rule’ and their ‘8 inch T-square’; and looking to acquire more of their layout tools. You will enjoy using their tools.

MJCD

I have the 12" square that was 90.00. I also have some shop fox 9.99 versions…(cause I was afraid I would scratch it all up, if I used it too much)…in my mind I have questions if it was worth it.
Mike

Thanks guys.

Took the plunge. Bought the 32" t square. I also added the 12"x 8" square.
Thanks for the link Belg.

Moke, my old t square is a Keuffel & Esser that I paid ~$40 in the 80’s. Its seen a fair amount of abuse over the years and has been accurate. I dropped it last weekend and cracked the head. Lots of scars on it that gave it character! Will proudly display it on my office wall.

MJCD, looking forward to the delivery and hope I have the same experience as you.

you can’t go wrong with the woodpecker tools. They are pricey but quality is not cheap…but quality should last a lifetime and cheap usually does not.
I use woodpecker, Incra and starrett tools and have never regretted the investment…

Greg:

Precisely. Incra, Woodpecker and Starret are the go-to places within their product ranges; I’ll add Lee Valley for planes, and accessories. They each have customer service departments which provide service commensurate with their products. Quality is expensive, once.

Now, if we could get the stationary and power tool equipment providers to do the same…

MJCD

Greg, MJCD, I agree with what you’re saying. I have a few Starrett tools, a few LV planes (including a bevel up WOW! only way to describe it)and love my Incra tools. Wonder Fence is in my future.

Sign up with their e club and they will send you discounts and specials.
http://www.woodpeck.com/

Been a active costumer of Woodpecker since the early 80’s and have found their tools to be well worth the price. The founder of Woodpecker has early ties to Incra which use too or still does sell on the Woodpecker site.

I went metric about two years ago – an excellent move for me; both Woodpeckers and Incra have excellent metric layout tools (Starrett was the only provider of quality metric, only, tape measures, and it gets a lot of use.).
MJCD

Delivered earlier this week. Very well made tools. I like the contrast of the tick marks against the red.

Having some work done to the house including a new garage door. Will not really get to use these for a few weeks, will let you know.

MJCD, seems that the metric system has many advantages over our imperial system, especially trying to calculate dimensions. I Wonder why it’s never really caught on? Also, ready to order the wonder fence. Not fully decided on the 17" or 25" position’er. I know bigger allows for more reach, just not sure if I would take advantage of the extended range.

Nicky:

I find the metric system to be significantly easier – I’ll never go back. I do have to work in both, though, purchased plans, or someone else’s specs, are inevitably in Imperial. One thing with metric, is that you’re always working at 1/25th of an inch (if the inch is the standard) – the scale of my ‘acceptable’ tolerances just improved (certainly, you could say the same for working at a 1/16th, as well). Also, going to a set of digital calipers, and rigorously using them, made a significant difference – suddenly, I was able to fine-tune cabinet/case work.
Regarding the Wonderfence, I have the 17", and cannot see the benefit of the 25" (just me speaking). I use my RT a lot, and have never needed the 17" capacity, let alone a 25".
Incra is a purchase once system.
MJCD

A follow-up on the 17" vs. 25" Incra router fence – I can image that the greater length would be helpful if you’re using it for dovetails – I don’t know, as I’ve not tried this. Otherwise, I don’t see the benefit: of course, all of this is within my scope of work, which will be different from yours.
MJCD

MJCD, I’ve been using a Rockler table for many years. It’s rally beat up and near its end-of-life. I’ve been thinking about a new table for a long time. I average about 2 pieces of furniture or guitars a year and enjoy the hand-tool process for the joinery. Most other work I do is plywood box construction, kitchen cabinets, bookshelf’s.etc…

I have gone through the INCRA youtube videos. Lots more possibilities if I can get past the learning curve. I’ll have the space to accommodate the larger position’er. I really need to consider if I’ll be using the extra few inches.

Nicky:

The Incra positioner, and Wonderfence, is probably well-suited to the precision work you do (guitars).
The Wonderfence is an acquired skill – very precise; however, there are many adjusting points; and you do need to be mindful of the fence’s internal edges when you get the bit inside the split-fence halves (spin the bit by hand after you lock down the fence, to ensure that the bit spins freely).
I’ve abused mine for many years; and I believe that the Incra user community, at-large, is quite complimentary of the products.
If you are so inclined, call Mark Mueller at Incra – he’s the guy you see on all of the videos, and is head of their Customer Service or Sales Support function. He’s a very user-friendly person – he’ll address any and all questions on applications.
MJCD

Charles, that’s a nice setup. I not see the Frued fence before.

I too also bought their router plate with inserts.Top quality stuff.I also have router table top and fence,can’t complain one bit

Charlie, I missed the fact that you built the table stand, also, fine work!