Popular Woodworking 2006-02 № 153, страница 5Learn How ■ Discover Why ■ Build IN EVERY ISSUE 16 88 Popular Woodworking (ISSN 0884-8823,USPS 752-250) is published 7 times a year in February, April, June, August, October, November and December by F+WPublications Inc. Editorial and advertising offices are located at 4700 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236; tel.: 513-531-2222. Unsolicitedmanuscripts,photographs and artwork should include ample postage on a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE); otherwise they will not be returned. Subscription rates: Ayear'ssubscription (7 issues) is $19.96; outside of U.S. add $7/year ■ Canada Publications Mail Agreement No. 40025316. Canadian return address: 2744 Edna St., Windsor, ON N8Y 1V2 ■ Copyright2005 by Popular Woodworking. Periodicals postage paid at Cincinnati, Ohio, and additional mailing offices. Postmaster:Send all address changes to Popular Woodworking, P.O. Box 420235, Palm Coast, FL 32142-0235 Canada GST Reg. # R122594716 ■ Produced and printed intheU.S.A. 16 Making a Brass Hammer Q&A Brass works easily - but is it sturdy enough to make a Warrington-pattern hammer with? Plus, the latest CAD programs for home use and resharpening Forstner bits. 20 Zero-clearance Circular Saw TRICKS OF THE TRADE A clever insert plate helps your circular saw cut plywood without tear-out. Plus, tweak a drill bit for plastic and soft metals, extend the workholding capacity of your workbench, and check your table saw for square in a snap. 26 Makita 18-volt Cordless Drill TOOL TEST This new Lithium-ion drill from Makita squeezes its power into a small package. Also: The Veritas router plane tweaks joints for a perfect fit and the Luthier's Friend helps you produce thin stock safely and efficiently. 30 The Lathe Dancer INGENIOUS JIGS This modern interpretation of an old-school turning jig helps you make a perfect set of spindles every time. by Eric A. Hedberg 34 The Ultimate Hand Tool Shop ARTS & MYSTERIES Ideal bench placement, convenient tool-storage solutions and a dedicated sharpening station are key considerations when creating the "perfect" shop. by Adam Cherubini 88 Preparing Green Wood AT THE LATHE A pile of wet wood can quickly become a pile of moldy wood. Here's how to make the most of your green wood, and how to prepare it for drying and turning. by Judy Ditmer 92 Dovetail Jigs POWER-TOOL JOINERY Not ready to tackle hand-cut dovetails? Here's how to get the most out of your router and jig. by Bill Hylton
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