Router Bits
Choosing the Correct Speed for your Router Bits
Selecting the best router bit for your application is key in getting quality results, but is not enough on it’s own. Once you have the correct tool for the job, you need to use the correct speed for optimum results. … Continue…
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What are the best CNC router bits
I recently came across a great article in Woodshop News. The article discussed how important tool selection and feed and speed rates are to the final router bit performance when using a CNC router. So, how do you select the … Continue…
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Whiteside Router Bit Review- #1376B
Brian Kent, a grandfather posted to sawmill creek asking for recommendations on Whiteside router bits to build a custom high-chair for his grandson. He couldn’t decide if he should buy a bowl and tray bit or a round nose core box … Continue…
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American Made Router Bits
The other day Tom posted an answer to a question on the SawMill Creek website. A gentleman asked his fellow woodworking community their opinion on quality router bits. Like any woodworker he needed good quality at a fair price, preferably American Made … Continue…
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Up Cut Router Bits vs Down Cut Router Bits
There are so many options out there for router bits that it may be difficult to decide which one is the right router bit for your application. One of the most common questions I frequently get asked is whether to … Continue…
Burn Marks on Wood
Prevent those horrible burn marks in your routed edges my using the following tips! Keep Your Bits Clean Get in the habit of cleaning your bits when you are finished with them. I know this is … Continue…
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Southeast Tool Manufacturing Process
Making high quality router bits is not an easy, one step process. Producing the best router bits requires an immense amount of meticulous attention to detail. It requires the highest quality tool material, top-notch machining, and consistent testing of the … Continue…
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Why Are There So Many Router Bits?
If you have ever done any type of wood work you have encountered the wide world of router bits. Router bits range in shape, size, style and vary depending on application; when you visit the local store you will see … Continue…
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Profiling Router Bits- The Five Basic Shapes
Profiling Router Bits are all about adding visible details using shadow and light to your projects: outer edge shaping, moldings, picture frames, cabinetry etc. A decorative edge can add considerable visual appeal, square edges are more common place, but it … Continue…
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Holiday Gift ideas for the Woodworker on your list
Need some last minute gift ideas for the Woodworker on your list? We have you covered! We carry over 20,000 quality tools and always ship from the closest warehouse with stock so that your orders get to you quicker. Keep … Continue…
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