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JPG wrote:I consider that there is too much todo about 'crossing' the blade.

With the workpiece securely clamped in the jig, and the jig securely held by that right hand, I do not see a great risk. As always, do 'expect the unexpected', although unexpected is usually due to inadequate forethought.

Placing one's torso in the direct path of the blade when ripping is another matter entirely.

FWIW, methinks that jig had been set up for a left handed person.


Also with the jig pushing the workpiece, that second clamp is not likely needed.

rjent wrote:

JPG wrote:I consider that there is too much todo about 'crossing' the blade.

With the workpiece securely clamped in the jig, and the jig securely held by that right hand, I do not see a great risk. As always, do 'expect the unexpected', although unexpected is usually due to inadequate forethought.

Placing one's torso in the direct path of the blade when ripping is another matter entirely.

FWIW, methinks that jig had been set up for a left handed person.


Also with the jig pushing the workpiece, that second clamp is not likely needed.

Yes sir, I understand the ripping danger. I always stand to one side when ripping. If you will notice the quick clamp is needed because the small built in clamp doesn't have enough "jaw" to clamp them when in the "wide" position. Using the clamp like I did, is talked about by Nick in one of the videos and is why I did it that way ....

JPG wrote:

rjent wrote:

JPG wrote:I consider that there is too much todo about 'crossing' the blade.

With the workpiece securely clamped in the jig, and the jig securely held by that right hand, I do not see a great risk. As always, do 'expect the unexpected', although unexpected is usually due to inadequate forethought.

Placing one's torso in the direct path of the blade when ripping is another matter entirely.

FWIW, methinks that jig had been set up for a left handed person.


Also with the jig pushing the workpiece, that second clamp is not likely needed.

Yes sir, I understand the ripping danger. I always stand to one side when ripping. If you will notice the quick clamp is needed because the small built in clamp doesn't have enough "jaw" to clamp them when in the "wide" position. Using the clamp like I did, is talked about by Nick in one of the videos and is why I did it that way ....

Thought of 'raising' the destaco clamp? ;>}

Oulle1960 wrote:I am so excited while commenting over here..good old times when I also made my own first table