Finger Rest When checkering with standard checkering tools, is a finger rest necessary? The short answer is no. It is not necessary and for over two decades I had never used one. You can call me young and stupid. A pile of finger rests straight off the machine. Father time has caused a …
A Checkering Tool Conundrum We often get asked “Why do your spacing tools have teeth on all rows?” So much so we thought we would address the reason we do this and do not offer any other spacing tools. The short answer is that we feel it is best. However, let’s …
Best View on the Checkering Bench: The Advantages of the ClearView Checkering Handle What advantage does the ClearView checkering handle provide over standard checkering handles? When it comes to checkering tools and the handle that holds them, most are the standard 1/8th inch steel handle that has a double bend in …
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Tough Choices: 90 Degree or 75 Degree Hand Checkering Tools? Whether you are shopping for your first ever checkering tools or are looking to fortify and restock your tool inventory you may be asking yourself what angle of cutter should I purchase? If you are new to the hobby, it can …
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“Should I checker my stock? If so, what checkering tools should I buy?” I get this question a lot around here and thus, thought I would share my opinion on the matter. When I see a stock that does not have checkering on it looks a little incomplete. I understand the reasoning behind why a …