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WOOD® Magazine Tool Reviews II

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• Valuable data for your woodworking library
• Average price: $4.95/ea
• Side-by-side comparisons
• Advice based on objective testing by seasoned experts
• Measurable and repeatable performance characteristics
• Determined through the use of various testing equipment
• Practical, hands-on advice gained through in-the-shop use
• Buying recommendations

	7-1/4" Circular Saws TR-004 You won’t find many circular saw tasks more taxing than ripping pressure-treated lumber. We timed each saw’s performance to determine its power. Includes the following products: Bosch 1657, Craftsman 27108, DeWalt DW369, Hitachi C7BD, Makita 5007NHK, Milwaukee 6390-21, Porter-Cable 347K, Ryobi CBS130K
	Cyclone Dust Collectors TR-0015a In this tool reivew, we tested single-stage collectors best suited to gathering dust from one tool at a time. This time, we focus on cyclone systems capable of pulling dust through a whole-shop duct system. Includes the following products: Bridgewood BW-CDC3, Grizzly G0525, Oneida CompSys 1.5EXT35, Oneida CompSys 2EXT35, Oneida 2 Commercial System, Penn State Temp142CX, Penn State Tempest,Woodsucker Woodsucker II
	Dado Sets TR-0019a With dado sets ranging from $30 to $300, how do you know which one is right for the work you do? To find out, we put a pile of carbide-toothed sets, both stacked and adjustable, to the test.
	12" Disc Sanders TR-008 We tested five machines that deliver loads of sanding power at down-to-earth prices. To test power, we applied varying amounts of pressure to blocks of oak and pine placed against the sanding discs, then measured any change in disc speed.
	Mid-Size Bandsaws TR-007 How much machine can you buy for $500 to $900? Quite a bit, according to our tests. This tool review includes the following products: Delta 28-293, Grizzly G1073Z, Jet JWBS-14CS, Jet JWBS-16, Laguna LT14, Ridgid BS1400, Shop Fox W1673
	Mid-Size Lathes TR-010 Professional woodturners may spend thousands of dollars on a lathe. But the rest of us, even those who turn fairly often, probably don’t need that much tool. So, we wondered: What kind of lathe can you get for less than $1,000? To find out, we brought in eight mid-size models from six manufacturers.
	Mid-Size Plunge Routers TR-013 We challenged seven tools to see which ones deserve Top Tool and Top Value honors. This tool review includes the following products: Black & Decker RP400K, Bosch 1613AEVS, DeWalt DW621, Makita RP1101, Porter-Cable 8529, Ryobi RE180PL, Skil 1845-02
	Mid-Size Routers TR-001 There’s nothing fancy about the six routers in this test, and that’s why they’re so beautiful. For value, simplicity, and all-around usefulness, you just can’t top this group.
	Router-Lift Roundup TR-005 This tool review includes the following products: Bench Dog ProLiftAl13, Bench Dog ProLiftNi28, JessEm Mast-R-Lift, JessEm Rout-R-Lift, Jet Xacta-Lift, Router Technologies RouterRaizer, Woodpecker PlungeLift, Woodpecker Precision Router Lift (PRL)
	Pocket-Hole Jigs TR-0014 We gathered 18 models selling for $10 to $800, put them to the test, and found what characteristics, besides price, separate them. Now, we’re prepared to name the Top Tools and Top Values in four price ranges.
	Portable Planers TR-012 If you haven’t yet taken the plunge, or if it’s time for you to upgrade, read on to find out which one machine stood proud as our Top Tool: Craftsman 21722 and 21743, Delta 22-580 and TP400LS, Grizzly G1017 and G8794, Jet JWP-12DX, Makita 2012NB, Ridgid TP1300LS, Ryobi AP1300
	3 Hot New Portable Planers TR-022a This tool review includes the following products: DeWalt DW735, Grizzly G0505, and Shop Fox W1675
	Precision Tune-Up Tools TR-0018a Get top-notch results from your power tools by keeping them properly aligned and running true. We’ll tell you how and show you which gauges do the job best.
	Random Orbit Sanders TR-009 13 models square off to see which delivers the finest and fastest finish. For this tool review, we chose a bevy of 5" random-orbit sanders, most of which are palm-grip models where the motor housing serves as a one-handed grip.
	Sanding Disc Showdown TR-0020a Which brand of random-orbit sanding discs offers the best value? Our tests of 10 discs provide the answer. Featured in the November 2003 issue.