Synopses & Reviews
When you unpack a new circular saw or jig saw, the enclosed manual doesn't venture much beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. That leaves some head-scratching when it's time to turn it on and start cutting. Where's the manual that covers all the things your new saw is designed to do? The Missing Shop Manual-Circular Saws and Jig Saws takes that next step with you. In addition to explaining the basics of safety and set-up, this handy reference will help you get the most for your money by getting the most from your equipment. From ripping wood to circle cutting, you'll discover the techniques and tips you need to maximize your saw's performance. Even if you've been woodworking for years, you'll wish this was the manual that originally came with your new portable saw.
Review
Circular Saws and Jig Saws is 85 pages long and like all of these books are rife with information, all you really need to know about both tools. The Circular Saws and Jig Saws book shows you what blades to choose for your work as well as some excellent shortcuts. The jig saw chapters show you the various components of your tool, blade selections, blade installation and a good variety of operational procedures.
Review
Part of a new series, these small manuals feature clear, useful color drawings as well as photographs. The books are straight forward and focus on the basics-projects are not included. Each saw is dissected to show variations and the components, then blades, maintenance, and accessories are covered. These bare-bones guides are well done and recommended for libraries needing to stretch their dollars.
Synopsis
Dedicated to providing integral information about woodworking tools and techniques that other manuals overlook, the books in this series contain safety facts, explanations about basic project setup, and tips for maximizing tool performance. Filled with clear diagrams and instructions, these pocket-sized, durable manuals are ideal for quick reference in the workshop. A comprehensive guide that is twofold in purpose, this manual explains both how to set up circular and jig saws and how to safely and effectively use these tools. With up-to-date information such as how to choose a saw, the easiest way to sharpen blades, and tips for reducing wood splintering, this manual also includes safety warnings and instructions for cutting wood with circular and jig saws. Author Bio: John Kelsey is a journalist, editor, and writer specializing in woodworking and furniture making. He is a former editor in chief of Fine Woodworking magazine, the author of Furniture Projects for the Deck and Lawn and Kid Crafts: Woodworking, and the editorial director for Fox Chapel Publishing. He lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Synopsis
Covering everything you need to get the most our of your circular saw and jig saw, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. From ripping wood to circle cutting, you'll discover the techniques and tips to maximize your saw's performance.
About the Author
John Kelsey is a journalist and editor specializing in woodworking and furniture making. He has a degree in woodworking and furniture design from the School for American Craft at the Rochester Institute of Technology. He is a former editor in chief of Fine Woodworking magazine and a publisher of woodworking and home building books at the Taunton Press. He is the author of Furniture Projects for the Deck and Lawn. He lives in Newtown, Connecticut.