Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)

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Choosing Your Guide: A Deep Dive into Forstner Bit Geometry
Equipment
Choosing Your Guide: A Deep Dive into Forstner Bit Geometry

When your joinery demands clean, flat-bottomed holes—whether for a dado, mortise, or custom fitting—knowing the difference between sawtooth, continuous, and wavy Forstner bits is critical to achieving perfect repeatability.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 0about 3 hours ago
Upgrading the Shop: Budget-Friendly Tools for Precision Carpentry
Equipment
Upgrading the Shop: Budget-Friendly Tools for Precision Carpentry

You don't need a massive budget to make a huge difference in your shop's precision. We break down some essential, affordable tools that deliver professional-grade results.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 0about 3 hours ago
The Cabinet Door Secret: Achieving Professional Joinery Without the Headache
Techniques
The Cabinet Door Secret: Achieving Professional Joinery Without the Headache

Building custom cabinets seems overwhelming, but mastering the door—the most visible piece—is surprisingly simple with the right techniques and tools.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 0about 3 hours ago
Beyond the Wall Hooks: Mastering the French Cleat for Heavy-Duty Joinery
Techniques
Beyond the Wall Hooks: Mastering the French Cleat for Heavy-Duty Joinery

Everyone knows French cleats for modular wall organization, but these cleats are a powerhouse for supporting heavy cabinetry and custom shop fixtures.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 0about 3 hours ago
When Technique Meets Risk: Assessing the Science of Saw Blade Work
Techniques
When Technique Meets Risk: Assessing the Science of Saw Blade Work

Dive into the technical debate surrounding specialized table saw techniques, learning how experienced craftspeople assess risk and justify advanced methods like side-cutting for precision work.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Tradesman
3 min
0 0 0about 3 hours ago
The Three Pillars of Milling: Why You Need More Than One Machine
Equipment
The Three Pillars of Milling: Why You Need More Than One Machine

If you're building custom cabinetry or working with large slabs, understanding the relationship between the jointer, thickness planer, and table saw is non-negotiable.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 021 days ago
The Nominal Dimension Scam: Why Your '2x4' Isn't Actually 2 Inches
Science
The Nominal Dimension Scam: Why Your '2x4' Isn't Actually 2 Inches

We all know the feel of a true 2x4, but the lumber mill industry has a history of dimensional inconsistency. Here’s a deep dive into how shrinkage and milling practices change what we assume about basic framing lumber.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 022 days ago
The Small Saw Problem: How One Attachment Revolutionized Joinery and Safety
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The Small Saw Problem: How One Attachment Revolutionized Joinery and Safety

When space is at a premium, short tablesaws can limit quality and safety. We break down the Bow Extender Fence System and how it brings cabinet-saw precision to any compact shop setup.

Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Stumpy Nubs (James Hamilton)
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 022 days ago
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