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American Router Magazine Note From The Editor
The American Router is not only a brand-new woodworking magazine, but also a brand-new concept of woodworking magazine concentrating on the abilities of one uniquely versatile power tool. The router is the power tool that is virtually a complete center of creativity with which anyone can achieve most any woodworking task. From jointing and cabinetwork through molding and decorative techniques to dimensioning and construction - this new magazine shows how to do it all.
American Router has been created for everyone who wants to get involved in a new, creative hobby or to simply expand his or her knowledge of this truly remarkable tool. With newfound skills, beginners and experts alike will all find something to whet their creative appetites in every jam-packed issue. From remodeling the home to creating something special for themselves or loved ones - in a snap, it all becomes a real possibility.
Projects, tips, techniques and features are put together by a staff, and list of contributors, whose knowledge on the subject of routing is unsurpassed anywhere in the world. Within the pages of American Router there are projects for the home and shop, along with tips and techniques on how to get the very best from this most incredible of power tools.
- Many woodworkers will already have a router and want to know more about how to use it, and those new to the hobby will be looking for the tools that will give the most bang-for-the-buck. The router is undoubtedly the most versatile woodworking power tool there is and the American Router will showcase all the products associated with it, to those people who want to learn more about how to use one.
- Sincerely
- Editor
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"The correct direction of cut is not always obvious. Remember, "counter clockwise around the outside of a figure, clockwise around the inside".
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Read advice for beginners on the proper use of guide-bushes
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"...The guide-bush is essentially a circular flange, usually between 3/8'' and 1 5/8'', projecting from the router base...."
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- Get Technical Articles on the Proper Way to Make Everything from Working with Patterns to creating Big Curves!
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- American Router Specifications Guide
Check out our 4-Page Router Specifications. Over 60 routers listed from all the major router manufacturers.
This is in PDF format. 744 K
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TEST
American Router takes a look at a variety of of 2HP routers and tests their durability, comfort and ease of use.
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PROJECT
Jim Phillips builds a seat that wraps around a tree and can be dismantled for winter storage. |
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TECHNICAL
Ron Fox demonstrates halving joints and explains their purpose. |
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- Enter to win one of four Akeda Dovetail Jigs including an accessory kit
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| After reading an issue of American Router send us your thoughts. You may be published in a future issue of our magazine on the Letters pages! Send your comments to Letters |
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