(prices are approximate)
Stay Sharp
Woodcraft Shop Knife
Wood-handled shop knife includes extra-long blade for an extra-long life, even after multiple sharpenings. $15 woodcraft.com
Cut Corners
Bench Dog Crown/Cove Cutting Jig
The Crown-Cut jig lets you cut perfect inside and outside corners on crown and cove molding. It holds molding up to 6" wide at the correct cutting angle and sports foolproof instructional illustrations. $35 benchdog.com
Clear a Pathway
Lee Valley Self-Cleaning Blast Gates
A modified slider automatically clears chips from the gate track upon closing, improving the suction and efficiency of your dust collection system. $7-$13 leevalley.com
Combat Rust
Lie-Nielsen Tool Care Kit
Everything you need to keep your tools and blades rust free: camellia oil, Ferro-Pak corrosion inhibitor, polishing cloths, abrasive hand block and paraffin wax. $39 lie-nielsen.com
Rout Tall Profiles
MLCS Horizontal Router Table
Secure your router in a sideways position, and use your tallest bits with ease. $200 mlcswoodworking.com
Nail It Up
Makita 15-Gauge Finish Nailer
The new AF633 pneumatic nailer is a replica of the time-tested AF632; the difference is in the nails. This model accepts the popular DA (Senco) style. $204 makita.com
Let Gravity Help
Bosch Gravity-Rise Table Saw Stand
The balance of the stand and the weight of the attached saw work in tandem for a smooth shift from vertical travel position, to horizontal for use. $150 boschtools.com
Set Your Jaw
Teknatool Long-Nose and 75mm Bowl Jaw Sets
Long-nose set has internal dovetail and threaded serrations, ideal for holding large and long tenons; the 75mm set accommodates a large range of work and includes a reverse dovetail grip. $80, $60 teknatool.com
Pack It In
Lee Valley Spokeshave Roll
Trifold, heavy polyester case holds six spokeshaves of lengths up to 12". Wall-mount clips are included; nylon buckles secure the roll for transport. $13 leevalley.com
“Waist” Some Time
Woodcraft Belt Watch
Play it safe with power tools by keeping your watch off your wrist. Hook the 2" stainless steel clip to a belt; just pull the sturdy protective case open to read the time. $50 woodcraft.com
Chuck It Right
Crown Two-Way Dovetail Cutter
Specialized turning tool cuts correct angles on interior or exterior dovetails to help your chuck’s jaws grip your work. $30 crownhandtools.ltd.uk
Protect Your Tools
Stanley ShockMaster
Slip-resistant feet provide stability and shock absorption; weather-resistant high-impact resin body adds even more protection for valuable tools. $20 stanleyworks.com
Hone With Ease
Wolverine Flat Tool Sharpening & Honing Jig
Easily grind and hone chisels and plane irons up to 2½" wide on any pedestal grinder. $100 complete; $85 as accessory to Wolverine Grinding Jig oneway.ca
Do Double Duty
Whiteside Raised-Panel Bits with Back Cutters
Cut the profile and back cut on raised-panel doors at the same time. Removable back cutter and bearing; available in straight, ogee and cove profiles. $130 each whitesiderouterbits.com
Cover All the Angles
Milescraft Drill Oribter
Lock the orbiting head in an unlimited number of positions to get at hard-to-reach places. $25 milescraft.com