Illini40 Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I received a $50 Amazon gift card today, and I'm not sure what to order. Anything come to mind for a beginner woodworker as must have accessories or tools? Couple of notes: - Don't want to spend really any more than $75 (prefer to stay under $50) - I'm a newbie - limited tool / gear collection - Not really interested in hand tools at this time (planes, chisels, etc.) - Not working on any specific projects at the moment - Been thinking that either a router or jig saw would be next purchase Let me know your thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chefmagnus@grics.net Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 My suggestion is something to make you woodworking safer. Micro Jig GR-100 GRR-Ripper http://www.amazon.com/Micro-Jig-GR-100-GRR-Ripper/dp/B001I9UNWC/ref=sr_1_9?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1414552240&sr=1-9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcarswell Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Grr ripper is good. Freud saw blade is a great investment. Prepping weapon sanding block is just awesome. Woodpeckers straight edge is a new favorite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Some of those "must have" woodworking books would certainly fit the bill.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodbutcher74 Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Probably the most under rated tools in my shop are measuring tools. If you're just starting out and you're serious about wood working, I would invest in a good square. My suggestion would be a Starrett tri square. It's hard to cut on a crooked line. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini40 Posted October 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Some of those "must have" woodworking books would certainly fit the bill.. Such as? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Illini40 Posted October 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Probably the most under rated tools in my shop are measuring tools. If you're just starting out and you're serious about wood working, I would invest in a good square. My suggestion would be a Starrett tri square. It's hard to cut on a crooked line. Looks like the tri square may be out of the price range, unless I'm not looking at the right thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcarswell Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Looks like the tri square may be out of the price range, unless I'm not looking at the right thing. I'm quite certain the starrett tri square is above the budget mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chefmagnus@grics.net Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I received one of these as a gift. I use it all the time in the shop. Carrera Precision CP8812-T 12-Inch Titanium Digital LCD Caliper Micrometer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodbutcher74 Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I apologize. When I bought mine the price was in your price range. A few moons ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Eric. Posted October 29, 2014 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 A public three-way conversation with yourself plus one other unsuspecting victim. You're an odd dude. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Llama Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 You need a good reliable straight edge. I highly recommend the woodpecker 36". I use this thing many times on each project. Woodpeckers Precision Woodworking Tools WWR36 Woodworking Rule, 36-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TJ8468/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_ghouub00H5HKV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mds2 Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Seconding a combination square. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Such as? The Complete Illustrated Guide To Joinery: Inc Gary Rogowski A beauty if you can get it in hardcover Maybe a 6" double square? - Pinnacle makes one for $50. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 http://store.harryepstein.com/c/ProductsEngineering.html This is a page full of high quality squares and rulers for some great prices. They are mostly slight blemish seconds that are still accurate. I have gotten (2) 24" blades, (2) 12" combination squares ,a 6" combo square and a 6" double square from them. They even sell parts,eventually the nut and hook screw does wear out. I compared the quality and accuracy to my Starrett blades under high magnification and could find no difference. For woodworking they are more accurate than what you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Wow - $17.50? Now I have to spend some money. Great link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Oh man..you sent me down a rabbit hole with this website wdwrker.....I don't know what a cow magnet is....but I'm pretty sure I need one for $4 (didn't mean to hijack this thread, sorry) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collinb Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Find the tool you want locally, perhaps on craigslist, and trade the Amazon card for it. Assuming you've not entered the code, that is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan S Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 for $50 bucks I'd recommend these items. A good 6" 4R flex rule is invaluable in the shop. $12.50 http://www.amazon.com/Mitutoyo-182-201-Chrome-Tempered-Stainless/dp/B00027959I/ A starter marking knife that will last a while. $10http://www.amazon.com/iGaging-Premium-Precision-Striking-Hardened/dp/B00CZ2FRIQ/ A good metal tape measure can last a life time. (I personally prefer the LV left handed cabinetmakers tapes) $7.97http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-33-312-Powerlock-Tape-Rule/dp/B00002X2GN/ I personally like the Incra trules for laying out lines parallel tho the edges better than a combination square $14.05 http://www.amazon.com/INCRA-TINYT03-Precision-T-Rule-3-Inch/dp/B002GU68LM/ Some 0.5mm pencils to be used with the t-rule and for other general shop writting $4.43http://www.amazon.com/Zebra-Mechanical-Pencil-Refillable-54012/dp/B003BLC7FG/ a good Vinyl eraser is also invaluable in the shop $1.39 http://www.amazon.com/Staedtler-Latex-Free-Eraser-White-STD52650/dp/B0006IK4BG All delivered to your door for $50.34, god I live the internet. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPCV_Woodworker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I know you weren't interested in hand tools, but I'd still say a card scraper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChetlovesMer Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 If you select the correct variety you can get 2 cases of Rockstar for that.... at least a case if you're picky about the variety. Of course I jest. I would strongly consider the GRR-Ripper... $59.00 is a small price to pay for safety. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwacker Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Crap the name slips my mind. Those little round hockey puck things to set on the bench for sanding lifting for finishing. Rocker has them as does lowes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el capitán Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 Crap the name slips my mind. Those little round hockey puck things to set on the bench for sanding lifting for finishing. Rocker has them as does lowes. Bench Cookies. I think I would get 3 chisels 1, 1/2, and 1/4 or 1/8 inch. Even power tool junkies can find a need for chisels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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