7-Piece Split Stop Collar Set Review

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(More customer reviews)The first time I tried to use these stop collars, the set screw stripped out. The second time, the same result. E mailed the manufacturer to complain and got no reply. Don't waste your money on this junk!

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Split-ring stop collars clamp around drill bits and hold securely in place. When tightened, they clamp over the complete diameter of the drill bit shaft without marring.

Set includes collars for 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16" and 1/2" size bits. 1/8" hex key required (sold separately).

Select the proper collar diameter, slide it onto the drill bit, and tighten the single 1/8" hex screw. The split ring design tightens fully around the drill bit securing it in place. No damage to the drill's side edges or flutes will occur!

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Powermatic 1791310 PM701 3/4 Horsepower Bench Mortiser Review

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(More customer reviews)I can not rave enough about Amazon's service or the Powermatic 701 Mortising Machine.
I ordered this machine on March 15 and the web site reflected a new product that was on backorder.
Amazon's web site also told me the machine would be shipped and delivered between April 20 and May 8th.It arrived on the 14th of April in excellent condition.
The price with one of Amazon's special sale days, the supersavor shipping, and no sales tax made this machine very very competitive with the $200-$300 priced machines.
Six stars for Amazon.com!!!

This is one massive bench top machine.I use to own a Jet, which was a nice servicable little machine for the price, but it was very basic with a very basic table made of MDF.

I debated between the higher end Delta, the General Tilting Table Mortiser, and the Powermatic 701.I went with the Powermatic as I do not make slat back chairs and therefore did not need to have the tilting feature.

The Powermatic 701, while not made in the USA, is made in Taiwan.The workmanship is very good.The motor runs smoothly and the guides for raising the head and moving the table operate smoothly.

Speaking of the motor, it is 3/4 horsepower compared to the 1/2 horsepower that powers the others.
This machine did not bog down in any wood I have been able to test since receiving it.

The spacer fitting for the chisel and auger is a nice touch as is the round tool rest attached to the back of the machine for your other chisels. It comes with a polishing hone already attached, too!

It does require a metric hex wrench and 10mm metric wrench(and it would be nice if Powermatic would provide them with the machine)but most do-it-your-selfers usually have a set of metric and imperial wrenches, anyway.

If there is a nit to pick, the paint finish was so-so.It does not matter to me as I bought the machine to make mortises, and this machine does that with a vengence!

I also like the ability to open the one piece cowl all the way in order to install the chisel and auger.Much more access area than the General or the Delta.The Powermatic uses a magnet to hold the cowl closed.The cowl opens like the hood on a Corvette; You have lots of room to access the chuck and make your adjustments.

Runout on the chuck was almost non-existent, exceeding anything needed for wordworking.

The machine has a solid feel and does not move due to its almost 90+ pounds of cast Iron and steel.

The handle is reversible to the left side of the machine for southpaws.

The fence hold-down is reversible for larger boards.

The table rollers are a great addition which allows you to keep the board firmly against the fence, but immediately move it right or left to keep cutting your mortise.

(Rockler sells a similar MDF setup for the Jet Mortiser, but it is not as nice nor is it cheap!)

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1791310 Features: -Benchtop deluxe mortiser. -701 PM. -Assembly required. -Dimensions: 17.4" H x 19.2" W x 24.2" D.

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Shop Fox D2731 4-Inch Cross Sliding Vise Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this cross slide vise by Shop Fox for use on my Ridgid drill press.The vise is fine for holding a piece to simply drill a hole.You are assured the hole is vertical and straight. However, if you want to drill a series of holes in line by using the cross slide travel, I find the holes will not be in line when I finish.

The reason for this is the vise portion is not at a perfect 90 degrees to the transverse travel portion.Worse yet, there is no adjustment to correct the vise to a perpendicular position.

I also wanted to use the vise to make slots and mortises by using a center cutting end mill in the drill press.However, with the vise not being perpendicular, the slot will be out of line by almost a 1/16" after about 8" of travel.

My opinion is if you only want to drill a hole or two, this is a good economical vise.If you want quality and precision, spend the money to buy a really good cross slide vise.

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These fine-grained cast iron Cross Sliding Vises feature dovetailed ways with adjustable gibs, steel jaws and precision longitudinal travel and cross travel.Fixed vertical V-groove for holding round stock.

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Rockler JIG IT Drill Guide Review

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(More customer reviews)If you value your fingers, please do not use this thing as shown in the picture. There is a very strong chance of digit damage when you try to hold this thing still. If you must use a large diameter Forstner bit, then cover the exposed areas or build your own guide so that the cutting edges are not exposed.

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No need for a drill press! Our exclusive JIG IT Drill Guide allows you to drill holes perfectly perpendicular to the surface with just a hand drill. Use with our 3/8" diameter shank Forstner Bits (e.g. Rockler #91806). Use with a 3/8 stop collar (Rockler #85953, sold separately).

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Shop Fox D2726 Hold Down Clamp for T-Slot Tracks Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought two of these clamps for use with the T-Slot Track that I bought separately. They are a nifty idea with their asymetrical shape. My only complaint is that the regular hex bolt head slides along the track kind of roughly.

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HOLD DOWN CLAMP FOR T-SLOT TRACK

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DELTA 17-910 3/8-Inch Chisel Bit Review

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(More customer reviews)IF you have ever used the cheapo bits supplied "free" when you get your hollow chisel mortiser, you will appreciate the difference with the Delta bits.They are made in Austria ( a way to easily identify them.)they are sharp and hold their edge significantly better than the cheapos.The square part is especially strong, as the corners seemingly are made very strong to keep their edge / points.I heartliy recommend that when you get frustrated at teh quallity of your cheapo bits, you get a set of these... great products....

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Machinists Square 3" By Peachtree Woodworking - PW1387 Review

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(More customer reviews)The square is sufficeintly well machined and finished, true square, good value for the money.

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This all syeel, precision square is handy for setting up table saw blades, jointer fences and other machine tools where accuracy is a must. All surfaces and edges are ground for straightness & parallelism. This square is accurate on both inside and outside edges.

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