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Makita's 18-volt Miter Saw Pushes Cordless Technology to Next Level What can we say? We are very fond of Makita's miter saws. The 18-volt LS711DWBEK takes the majority of the features of the corded 71/2" model LS0711 sliding compound saw, then rips the cord off. You may not need this tool in your shop, but you'll want one. The 18-volt Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries (it comes with two) are capable of cutting 100 2x4's on one charge. The dual-pole saw features an electronic brake; it bevels ffom 0-45 degrees to the left and miters to 47 degrees to the left and 57 degrees to the right. Cutting capacities are 23/8" x 57/8" with bevel and miter set to 0 degrees, and 23/8" x 313/16" with the miter set to 45 degrees. Weighing just under 24 pounds, this well-made groundbreaking saw comes with its own carrying case that's capable of holding a matching Makita drill/driver, should you already own one. Priced at $499 this isn't the most affordable miter saw. But trust us, you'll want one. For more information, circle #179 on the Resource Directory Coupon. Makita LS711DWBEK Cordless Sliding Miter Saw $499 800-4-MAKITA www.makita.com Titebond's New 'Push-pull' Glue Caps The cap on your glue bottle is probably the most-used tool in your shop. It's also probably something you don't think much about — until it gets torn or clogged. Thank goodness Franklin International has spent more than $100,000 during the last five years to try to perfect the glue cap. Franklin, the makers of the Titebond line of wood glues, developed this cap after talking to woodworking clubs and professionals about what they disliked about the cap on their old glue bottle. We've been using these new caps for almost a year, and we're impressed. Here's why. First, there's no cap to lose in the mountains of sawdust. When you're done spreading a line of glue, you push the cap down and it shuts. Second, when you shut the cap, a little piece of plastic pushes out any glue left in the nozzle. Result: you don't have to extract a hunk of dried glue that looks like a wisdom tooth every time you open your glue bottle. The little bit of glue that dries on top of the cap can easily be flicked off with a f ingernail. And third, the nozzle is made from trans- Titebond Glue Caps included with glue 800-877-4583 parent plastic so you can see the glue as it comes out and know when to stop squeezing. It's now safe to say that the manufacturer of the best yellow glue on the market also has the best cap. For more information, circle #180 on the Resource Directory Coupon. The Ridgid RoboHammer: Less Shock, More Precision and Power When you think about it, it's truly amazing when a manufacturer takes a tool as fundamental as a hammer and revolutionizes its design in a way that greatly improves its performance. Ridgid has improved immensely on the first hammer design (arock) and all subsequent designs with the new RoboHammer™. With a special shock-absorbing cut made in the center of the head, the hammer works more like a dead blow hammer than the basic claw. This minimizes recoil, as well as maximizing and focusing the energy from your swing to the point of impact. The 18-ounce hammer also has the head offset from the center to help control your wrist position during the swing. This feature, as well as the contoured right- or left-handed grip pro vides improved accuracy. Forged with a deep cut claw for pulling nails, and a sporty look, this hammer actual does decrease shock to the user's hand. We found that a three-swing drive on a 16d nail was no problem, and we actually had to pay attention to not anticipate the bounce of the hammer. Comfortable in your hand, efficient, ergonomic and practical, this is a tool we're happy to include on our best of '99 list. PW For more information, circle #181 on the Resource Directory Coupon. Ridgid RoboHammer At Home Depot for $29 800-4-RIDGID www.ridgidwoodworking.com www.popwood.com I 41 |
