Australian Woodsmith

Australian Woodsmith is packed with all the tips and tricks from experts with years of experience. We include templates, plans and projects that will keep you busy in the workshop for hours, or at least until the next issue hits the newsstands. Australian Woodsmith is a woodworking magazine that brings exploded illustrations, step-by-step instructions and techniques to the dedicated timber hobbyist.

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Australian Woodsmith

Tips & Techniques

Next issue of Australian Woodsmith on sale 8th December 2022 - Issue 173

Boys’ Toys, Books & Gear

Terry Gordon Revisited • Terry has turned a clever insight into arguably the world’s best family of bench vices.

Concert Hall Acoustics • The Sydney Opera House Concert Hall has reopened after a two-year-long refurbishment.

Quickstart Drill Press Guide

Sharpening Jigs for Carving Tools

Carving Bowls • Murray Taylor’s carving videos are inspirational. They have opened a door to the art of carving to several generations of woodworkers.

Quality Tungsten Inserts • Tungsten inserts are not all made equal. You get what you pay for. Premium inserts last longer and are what you need if you are machining Australian hardwoods.

Kumiko Trivets • Kumiko patterns are delightfully geometric and rely on tight joinery for strength. Accurate marking out is the key to successful Kumiko.

Under the Influence A Japanese-style tool box with Arts & Crafts joinery. • Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box in the ancient style.

Chess Set • Pull up a seat, put on your thinking cap, and start the timer. This elegant chess set is the perfect way to hone your mind, and your woodworking skills.

Workbench Sidekick • This handy cart helps keep your benchtop clear of clutter while also providing some extra storage and organisation.

Ten Top Tips and Tricks • David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning.

Subscribe & Win

Pneumatic or Electric? • Pneumatic sanders are standard in some industries: why?

HARDWARE & SUPPLIES SOURCES

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