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Layout & Measuring

Veritas Layout Block: Five Measurements in One Small Gauge

Mar 28, 2019 Benjamen 17 Comments

The Veritas layout block is a handy 5-in-1 reference gauge with 1/8″, 1/4″, 1/2″, 3/4″, and 1″ measurements.

Narex Classic Bevel Edge Chisels at lee Valley

Hand Tools

New Narex Classic Bevel-Edge Chisels at Lee Valley

Jul 19, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Lee Valley is now carrying a new style of Narex bevel edge chisels that feature a narrower blade design for better clearance in tight corners. The new chisels are a nice upgrade and are available at a nice price.

Editorial

Props to Lee Valley For Above & Beyond Customer Service

Jun 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

A recent customer service experience with Lee Valley & Veritas has me itching to spread word about it!

Made in USA

Veritas vs. Woodpeckers Shelf Pin Drilling Jig

Apr 16, 2010 Stuart 6 Comments

A few days ago, we talked a bit about Woodpeckers’ new shelf pin drilling jig. Since then, I remembered that Lee Valley sells a similar system by Veritas, and decided that a comparison was in order.

New Tools

New Lee Valley Veritas Detail Rabbet Planes

Feb 24, 2010 Stuart 1 Comment

Lee Valley just announced a new line of Veritas detail rabbet planes, which are now available in 5 sizes. These very slender planes ( Lee Valley describes them as pocket-sized), can be used for fine controlled and precice cuts that typically call for a chisel, such as when cleaning dados or grooves.

Storage & Organization

Systainer Polystyrene Compartment Trays

Feb 8, 2010 Stuart 5 Comments

A few weeks ago, we ordered a few Tanos Systainer storage trays from Lee Valley. These polystyrene compartmentalized storage trays are designed to fit into Systainer boxes, but we intend to use these trays in a few drawers to hold loose parts and tools.

Accessories

Lee Valley’s Wire Management Hooks

Mar 13, 2009 Stuart 1 Comment

We found these wire management hooks over at Lee Valley, and their simplicity betrays their utility. Sure there are cheaper or elaborate options out there, but at less than $3 apiece, these hooks offer the perfect balance between economy and efficiency. Lee Valley is an awesome store that I always hesitate to order from. You see, every time […]

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