5 Tools I Would NEVER Buy Again!

I regret buying these 5 tools for my woodworking shop. The worst tools I've bought so far. Amazon and other affiliate links are used in this description and they help support this channel.

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MEASURING RULES

SET UP TOOLS

MITER GAUGES
Harvey Miter Gauge -

BLAST GATES

MOBILE TOOL BASE

0:00 Tools to Avoid
0:28 - Woodpeckers Hook Rule
2:26 - Jessem Tool Setting Gauge
5:32 Incra Miter 1000SE
8:34 Dust Collection Blast Gates
10:13 Mobile Tool Base

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MEASURING RULES
SET UP TOOLS
MITER GAUGES
Harvey Miter Gauge -
BLAST GATES
MOBILE TOOL BASE

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[Bogie]

FYI Incra makes a set of screws that have handles on it for the 1000SE and I replaced them years ago. NO complaints now and it is BY FAR the best miter gage I have ever used and is SUPER accurate. I am 73 and have had a cabinet shop hobby for 50yrs now and this is a massive improvement and there is a ton of accrssories for this gage.

[kenpL]

I really like my Incra fence. When you adjust the stop block, just push with your thumbs to get it to clear the 32-tpi alignment strip.

[ravenwinger]

I use the Incra 1000 and love it. A bit cumbersome at first for the reasons you stated. After some use it became quite easy to set. Also have the V27 and switch between the two. The 1000 is incredibly accurate for repeat cuts. I keep an L shaped allen wrench in one of the heads on top, so it's always there.Your opinions are valid and well presented.

[zzyyxx]

I bought the Bora PM-3550 mobile base. I wanted one in which all 4 wheels pivoted. It has a 1500 lb capacity. I use mine for an old 900 lb bandsaw. It works great. I built a 2.25" thick wooden platform inside the base for the saw to rest on. The Bora is kind of expensive at $232, but it's worth it to me to eliminate the headaches of the cheaper ones. Having 4 pivoting wheels is key to being able to navigate the base to exactly where you want it located.

[PaganWizard]

Shop Fox (Grizzly) makes a really nice mobile base for heavy "stationary" tools. I have my 14 inch Jet band saw on one, and my Reliant 6 inch jointer on another. I have zero issues with them buckling like your Wen did, and they shipped with all parts needed. In fact, I had a few nuts, bolts, and washers left over. I am constantly moving both of these tools around either for use, or because I need the space to do something else, and I have NEVER had any issues with them.

[henrysiegertsz]

Incra Miter 1000SE, fantastic device, had mine twenty years, set it only twice, as I dropped it once and knocked it off a bit.
Mine is ultra-reliable, super accurate versatile and bombproof.
My only complaint is the sharp edges on the extruded parts could have been tumbled or de-burred.

[coreys]

I have a Incra 1000SE in fact I have two incra miter gauges. I think you're using the 1000se incorrectly. Yes, it could be a bit cumbersome to move the shop stop but with the SE I set one stop on the fence extension and the other on the main fence. ***side note*** I'm using the SE on my Incra Miter Express. If I need to create a stop I usually will ONLY loosen the single screw on the main fence to slide the extension in or out. Maybe it's just not for you but, I find them to be very nice for my workflow. I can't disagree with you on the clunkiness of moving the stop though, Best of luck 👍

[tracdfar]

You may want to revisit the instructions for the Incra 1000. The fence extension doesn't work like you showed. Also, if you need an odd angle that is immediately repeatable, nothing is better. You can go back to any angle or length with no guessing no matter how many times you've moved the fence. Granted, most don't do work that fine or exacting, but for repairing handmade antiques it's perfect. Or remaking a piece you messed up doing angled, double dovetails.

[jmrivera]

I bought the Grizzly mobile carts for everything in my shop (bandsaw, 10" tablesaw, 8" jointer ect) and I've been very happy with them. They are rock solid and pretty easy to get set up, even by myself. They are still going strong even though I bought the first one about 7 years ago. I highly recommend their stuff.

[robbywright]

I have had the JDS Accumiter miter gauge, the predecessor to the Jessem version for over 25 years now. Absolutely love it. It is heavy, but repeatably locks rock solid and is very easy to adjust. As it was the first of its kind, it didn't come with the miter bar, so I measured my saw slot and dug around in the selection of bars until I found one that accurately fit my saw - no adjustment needed,

My favorite mobile base is the Rockler All- Terrain base. It has larger wheels than most mobile bases and rides very smoothly. It is used on my 500+ lb Grizzley jointer and you move it with one finger. Set the locks and it is stable. Love it.

[paulnordin]

Shop Fox mobile base is the way to go. I use it on my full-height Jet drill press, and zero issues.

[WootTootZoot]

I have the Incra 1000SE miter gauge and use it all the time.

[atwatsoniii]

For the incra, get some “lever bolts”, that’ll give you tool-less adjustment. Incra should just provide those with the tool.

[robertlevine]

Bora's base works well. It uses four corner fixtures with wheels and a sheet of plywood (not supplied). I have found these and similar bases to be quite functional.

[cakeman]

Incredibly, I had the INCRA 1000 in my Rockler cart when I saw your thumbnail in my feed. I ordered the V27 instead, and also added the Kreg router setup bars. I love love LOVE your channel!

[biscuittreewoodworks]

Refreshing to see someone not afraid to call out issues or just bad tools by some of the big name companies! I think most of the time, they are making great tools, but there are some that I look at and wonder why they did that! Great job Matt!

[JayBergCustoms]

I have Grizzly Bear Crawl bases under all my tools, including my 800lb 20" helical planer. They are ridiculously solid and easy to move. Changing direction is always a little wonky on any movable base since the wheels have to swing around in the new direction.

[lornesteed]

I heartily disagree with your review of the INCRA mitre SE…it’s a great mitre gauge… most other woodworkers agree. It is extremely accurate and easy to use.

[hu]

BORA bases are GREAT! Very happy with mine. Just make sure to get the right one for your use, both as far as weight, size and if it’s 2 wheel or 4 wheel (I believe they offer 2 or 4 wheel flip options for all models, but at least for some). I did not want the 2 wheel flip for my table or mitre saws since I did not want to risk pushing some lumber and the tool rolling. But it would not matter on something like a band saw since it’s heavy and you don’t push on the wood much. They also offer extender struts to lengthen the side(s) if needed which I had to do for my rectangular shaped Evolution mitre saw (also a super tool BTW).