https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog inside the woodshop Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:47:49 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/08/10/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-5/#comment-564386 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:47:49 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8866#comment-564386 I agree with your points, Aneeq. Thank you for the comment.
This series of posts is intended mostly for the majority of folks with limited spending available.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/08/10/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-5/#comment-564358 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 08:39:39 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8866#comment-564358 The point about checking a new jointer’s cutting edges against the outfeed table before ever plugging it in is easy to skip when you’re excited to start using a new machine. It explains why two jointers with identical specs can behave so differently once they’re actually cutting. Prioritizing a good helical cutterhead on the thickness planer first and saving on the jointer sounds like the more sensible order for anyone watching their budget rather than trying to get both perfect at once.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/08/06/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-4/#comment-562637 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:42:03 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8858#comment-562637 Hi Peter,
You bring up very good points, though I’m staying with my list so far. Better yet, readers can see additional knowledgable opinions such as yours.
Thanks!
Rob

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/08/06/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-4/#comment-562483 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:24:28 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8858#comment-562483 I would put the bandsaw second. It is the safest ripping machine. No possibility of kick backs. You can crosscut the ends of 2 to 3ft stock if the saw has miter gauge, longer with a good out board roller support. Footprint 1/2 to 1/3 of cabinet saw. Less expensive than a cabinet saw. Follow both Michael Fortune setup procedures to have a drift free accurate saw.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/07/31/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-3/#comment-561559 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:43:37 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8844#comment-561559 I understand, Jason. Thanks. In the first post in this series, I wrote: “You do not absolutely need any machines/power tools.” This series is to guide the vast majority of developing woodworkers who want the convenience and speed of machinery.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/07/31/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-3/#comment-561424 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:11:27 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8844#comment-561424 I view a table saw as an optional machine in a woodworking shop. Yes it’s faster than a handsaw, but I can easily surpass the accuracy of a table saw with a handsaw and shooting plane. It just takes a bit more time to make the cuts. I got rid of my table saw a decade ago and never looked back. I would use a table saw if I were running a production shop or if I were mainly working with flat material like plywood.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/07/31/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-3/#comment-561241 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 23:33:08 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8844#comment-561241 Joe, thank you again for your comments!
No doubt, there are lots of other good points of view among readers. My main goal is to motivate developing woodworkers to think about and plan the issue before taking out the cash and taking up the space.

]]> https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/2026/07/17/priority-of-machines-to-get-for-woodworking-part-1/#comment-561193 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:22:27 +0000 https://www.rpwoodwork.com/blog/?p=8804#comment-561193 Hi Rob,
I’m enjoying the series. I totally understand why and how your top three have gone. Different than mine? Sure but it’s fun to see. Once I got my top two, thicknesser and bandsaw, I was much happier to have the electrons do the donkey work. I have a next door neighbor how I am really good friends with. We’ve vacationed together and do a weekly caring class and have taken wood turning classes together as well. His choices line up with yours and we bust each other’s chops on a regular basis in a fun way.
Sincerely,
Joe

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