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Just upgraded, does anyone have pointers for when I unbox/setup? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by Shartacus to c/[email protected]

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I know it’s only a 6” but that’s all I need right now, couldn’t justify the extra expense for the 8” at the moment.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

The tips that others gave about alignment and such are great tips. I would like to add one more. Read about the safety tips and guides. Also take extra care when jointing really small/thin boards. When the grain is oriented badly it can chip out and cause your workpiece to break. You don't want your hands near that.

https://www.finewoodworking.com/2014/03/11/a-woodworkers-guide-to-grain-direction This video clarifies the importance of grain direction.