You don't need a table saw. (For now)

Опубликовано: 01 Сентябрь 2026
на канале: Alex Jordan Handmade
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Table Saws and track saws are very expensive, but don't worry. Today, I'm going to show you how I built a simple jig out of plywood and a circular saw that removes the need for a the big power tools. It's a cheap, easy project that will give you a DIY track saw/crosscut saw for a fraction of the price of the bigger ones! Not only that, this one tool challenge is going to show you how you can do it using JUST ONE TOOL.

Oh and for added benefit, I'm going to give you four tips for woodworking to improve your circular saw use!

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Timestamps:
Intro: 00:00
Poll results: 00:25
Inspiration for the challenge: 01:02
Start of Build and Tip 1: 02:31
Initial Cuts and Tips 2 and 3: 03:16
Fixing the fence in place and Tip 2: 06:55
Making the final cut: 08:12
The finished Jig: 08:52
Outro: 09:17

Tools I use:

Shinto Rasp
UK Link: https://amzn.to/4bD3LV8
US Link: https://amzn.to/3SJ6p2R
Narex Chisels
UK Link: https://amzn.to/3wgARtD
US Link: https://amzn.to/3ONXEDD
Ryoba Pull Saw:
UK Link: https://amzn.to/3I2ETZl
US Link: https://amzn.to/49o1LPe
Dewalt Cordless Circular Saw:
UK Link: https://amzn.to/3P9gaGX
US Link: https://amzn.to/3SKLP2a
10” Front/Face Vice:
UK Link: https://amzn.to/3uBAdGG
US Link: https://amzn.to/42GTFhS
Glue Bot:
UK Link: https://amzn.to/3wla9jK
US Link: https://amzn.to/3SKyKWM

These tools are based on my preferences/experiences only. The above links are affiliate links and if you make a purchase, I make a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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