Whenever I think of making awesome woodworking tools, Ramon Valdez always comes to mind. Ramon graciously creates and shares many creative solutions for all kinds of woodworking tools. His YouTube channel and Instagram are a treasure trove of information. I especially love his endless use of magnets and his “prairie dogs”: retractable bench dogs that use “push-open” cabinet hardware. I spotted these at the International Woodworking Show in 2022:
This kit is packed with all sorts of workshop solutions, from clamps to hold your work steady to a curved roller you can attach to your belt sander. I love the amount of detail he puts into his tools, even taking the time to paint the tools he uses a lot. This is just the first part of an ongoing series. I hope you enjoy.
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