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oldnewbie · 08-02-2007, 03:57 PM

Being just a newbie to this woodworking craft, I have often asked myself, and wondered what the most important tool in the shop would be. After trying a couple of minor projects, I think I have found the answer. I think, universally, all the Forum Kings would agree. Without it, you are totally inept. The tool?................PATIENCE. with yourself and with your project. Anybody out there disagree?

Thanks for putting up with me.

Neal

**challagan** · 08-02-2007, 07:05 PM

I do agree Neal.... it took me a very long time to learn that. Practice and Patience.... don't hurry and rush.... and it will be fun and you will have a sucessful project.

Corey

**Mike** · 08-02-2007, 08:13 PM

"What is your most important tool?" Well gee whiz Neal, thats not the sort of question a gentleman answers in mixed company.

**harrysin** · 08-02-2007, 09:28 PM

Neal, because I have never had a great deal of patience (just ask anyone who has worked for me [but I did pay well] ), and now well into my seventies have even less, that's why I now keep to small quick projects.

Joe Lyddon · 08-02-2007, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by oldnewbie

Being just a newbie to this woodworking craft, I have often asked myself, and wondered what the most important tool in the shop would be. After trying a couple of minor projects, I think I have found the answer. I think, universally, all the Forum Kings would agree. Without it, you are totally inept. The tool?................PATIENCE. with yourself and with your project. Anybody out there disagree?

Thanks for putting up with me.

Neal

Well,

According to Norm Abrams, the three top tools are:
1. Table Saw
2. Jointer
3. Thickness planer.

According to Scott Phillips, they are:
1. Workbench
2. Table saw with a Super blade like a Forest Woodworker II (as one tool)
(saves getting a jointer)
3. Thickness planer.

After that, you start specialize in what you like to do...

I like my Band Saw... then Router...

Everyone has to be able sand, etc.

A scroll saw for small intricate items & craft work...

There's a good start for you...

**bobj3** · 08-02-2007, 11:14 PM

What Is Your Most Important Tool?

I would say my PENCIL, without it I couldn't use the others

Bj

Joe Lyddon · 08-02-2007, 11:18 PM

bobj,

I would have guessed... your camera!

**challagan** · 08-02-2007, 11:34 PM

If I had to pick the most important tool in my shop it would be my table saw. I have to have a table saw. No need for a Forrest WWII... lots of great blades out there for much less than that and Freud' s are my favorite blades.... smooth cutting blades for all situations and you don't have to break the bank!

Corey

**bobj3** · 08-02-2007, 11:41 PM

Hi Joe

You maybe right...

By the way...
I'm still waiting for the snapshots of your Drum Sander ...you know the one you sent off for and the motor from Grizzly ....

dated 12-19-2006
http://www.routerforums.com/36773-post41.html

http://www.routerforums.com/portable...ng-router.html

Bj

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Lyddon

bobj,

I would have guessed... your camera!

Joe Lyddon · 08-03-2007, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by challagan

If I had to pick the most important tool in my shop it would be my table saw. I have to have a table saw. No need for a Forrest WWII... lots of great blades out there for much less than that and Freud' s are my favorite blades.... smooth cutting blades for all situations and you don't have to break the bank!

Corey

I got my WW II a few years ago ON SALE... for around $85

Love it! Worth every penny!

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oldnewbie Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Taylor, MI Posts: 128 View oldnewbie's Gallery	What Is Your Most Important Tool? Being just a newbie to this woodworking craft, I have often asked myself, and wondered what the most important tool in the shop would be. After trying a couple of minor projects, I think I have found the answer. I think, universally, all the Forum Kings would agree. Without it, you are totally inept. The tool?................PATIENCE. with yourself and with your project. Anybody out there disagree? Thanks for putting up with me. Neal
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challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,960 View challagan's Gallery	I do agree Neal.... it took me a very long time to learn that. Practice and Patience.... don't hurry and rush.... and it will be fun and you will have a sucessful project. Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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harrysin Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Western Australia Posts: 2,733 View harrysin's Gallery	Neal, because I have never had a great deal of patience (just ask anyone who has worked for me [but I did pay well] ), and now well into my seventies have even less, that's why I now keep to small quick projects. __________________ *Harry*
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Joe Lyddon Banned Supreme Forum King Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Alta Loma, CA USA Posts: 2,168 View Joe Lyddon's Gallery	bobj, I would have guessed... your camera!
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challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,960 View challagan's Gallery	If I had to pick the most important tool in my shop it would be my table saw. I have to have a table saw. No need for a Forrest WWII... lots of great blades out there for much less than that and Freud' s are my favorite blades.... smooth cutting blades for all situations and you don't have to break the bank! Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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