The Weekend Woodworker
Essential Tool List
POWER TOOLS
Table Saw
10” Miter Saw
Random Orbit Sander
Drill/Impact driver
Variable Speed Jigsaw
Circular Saw
Table saw upgrade option: Ridgid
*This is very similar to the Porter-Cable Saw used in my YouTube videos for the past 10 years.
SHOP ESSENTIALS
Drill bit and driver kit (109 pcs)
Wet/Dry 6 Gallon Shop Vac
2, 24” BESSEY bar clamps
2, PONY 1/2-Inch Pipe Clamp
48” black pipes
Strap clamp
Dado Set
Ridgid Dado Throatplate
Framing Square
Measuring tape
Combination square
**If stacked dado blades aren’t available where you live, you can buy single blades and use alternative methods, which are covered in my course, The Weekend Woodworker.
***If you buy the Ridgid table saw in this list AND the dado blades, you will need to purchase a special insert plate for the saw. Check with the manual for part number and purchasing info.
SAFETY GEAR
Safety glasses
Hearing protection
Respirator
Note: You will also need to keep your shop stocked with items such as wood glue, disposable dust masks, sandpaper, screws, masking tape, and stains, depending on the projects you’re working on.