If you want to know what the best router bits for beginners are, then check out today’s video! Router bits can be a bit overwhelming because of the number of available options. Therefore, let me show you the five most common router bits that I recommend for every new beginner.
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Adhesives
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Measuring & Marking Tools
Whiteside Router Bit Set:
Best Straight Edge Guide:
Combination Square:
Speed Square:
SOLA Carpenter’s Pencil:
STANLEY FATMAX Tape Measure:
Hand Tools
Estwing Hammer:
Wood Chisel Set:
Pry Bar Scraper (Improved Model):
15″ Utility Pry Bar:
Klein Tools 11-in-1 Screwdriver:
Power Tools
Makita 7-1/4″ Circular Saw:
Makita 6 1/2 Cordless Circular Saw:
Drill Combo Set:
Jigsaw:
5″ Random Orbit Sander:
Best Beginner Compact Router:
Advanced Plunge Router:
Workspace Essentials
DEWALT Stanley Sawhorse (Set of 2):
IRWIN QUICK-GRIP Clamps:
Safety Gear
3M 6503QL Respirator:
P100 Filters (I use with the mask above):
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My name is Josh Fedorka, and I’m the founder of Training Hands Academy. I have been a carpenter and woodworker for over 25 years. I have also held certifications in home energy auditing and have built several LEED certified homes in New England.
God has gifted me with many “hands on” skills and it is my calling and purpose to share those skills by teaching others. Whether it is to seek a career in carpentry, become a general contractor or improve one’s DIY skills and knowledge, the motivation behind THA is to help others successfully learn how to work with their hands.
0:00 Intro
0:07 #1 Roundover Bit
2:22 #2 Straight Bit
3:33 #3 Chamfer Bit
4:45 #4 Rabbeting Bit
5:55 #5 Flush Trim Bit
7:32 Outro
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