Mount Prospect, Ill., September 26, 2008 – Vermont American is one of the best known and trusted brands for contractors, DIYers, and hobbyists because they consistently deliver quality products at affordable prices. They have now introduced a new line of circular saw blades, aptly named King Carbide for its large resharpenable teeth, with a product line offering something for each of these audiences.

The King Carbide line-up consists of seventeen new blades in the following sizes:
6-1/2” – 1
7-1/4” – 6
8” – 1
9” – 1
10” – 5
12” – 3

Mount Prospect, Ill., October 01, 2008 – The DareDevil™ was designed to answer the needs of electricians, plumbers and other professional users in terms of speed, ease of use and hole quality. The new DareDevil spade bit takes performance to another level.  Based on the independent testing, Bosch has designed the fastest, easiest to use bit ever, and we dare you to try it.

The key to this performance is the patented design of the bit itself.  Many of the other wood drilling products come with a threaded tip for fast smooth feeding. A first for spades, Bosch has incorporated a full cone threaded tip, which has increased not only the speed of the bit, but also the ease of drilling. 

Another patented feature of the DareDevil is the contoured paddle.  This wave-like shape speeds up chip removal, adding to the speed of the bit.  The combination of these two features creates astonishing results.  In independent testing, the DareDevil was 2.4x faster and required 53% less force than the Irwin Blue Groove. 

It doesn’t end there. While spade bits are not expected to produce anything beyond average hole quality, the DareDevil is not your average spade bit.  The patented spur and reamer design is unique in that it not only scores the wood for a clean entry hole, but also has angled cutting edges that ream the hole for reduced breakout, leaving a cleaner exit hole than any competitive bit.

Individual Bosch DareDevil spade bits are available in a range of sizes:

6-inch length (standard sizes):
1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1",  1-1/8", 1-1/4", 1-3/8", 1-1/2"

4-inch length (Stubby sizes):
3/8”, 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2"

16-inch length (Extended sizes):
3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1"

Extension Shafts:
6”, 12”

Both extension sizes feature heavy-walled sockets with two setscrews that lock the bits securely in place.

Also available in eight sets:

6-inch length (standard sizes):
3-piece, 6-piece, 6-piece with protective pouch, 7-piece with extension, 10-piece, and 13-piece with protective pouch

4-inch length (Stubby sizes):
3-piece, 6-piece with protective pouch

Prices for individual bits range from $2.56 to $11.34 depending on size and length. Sets range from $9.60 to $45.66 depending on number of components.

Festool is known to be at the top of the line when it comes to most woodworking tools. I say most, because I don't want to start any brand wars. So who wouldn't want to win some of their tools?

You know the saying, Its takes money to make money, well in this case, it takes Festools to win Festools. You need to write a Festimonials or Festool testimonial in order to qualify. You have until October 15th, 2008 to be entered into a random drawing for a free ETS 125 EQ sander.

If you dont own any Festool products, dont feel bad. Every month The Wood Whisperer gives away a free Festool product. You can enter his random drawing once a month. This month they are giving away a DTS400 Sander, a shop apron, and a mini-systainer.

So you think you are a big hot shot woodworker... but do you own a fully customized cabinet saw complete with custom paint job, and name plate? I didn't think so. If you want to be the envy of all your woodworking buddies and own a saw that looks as good as your work, you might want to check out a custom Powermatic PM2066 Cabinet Saw. It is basically a custom upgraded version of the Powermatic PM2000.

For the first time ever, you can build your Perfect Saw, and have it shipped right to your shop. This won't be just any saw. We start with the award winning Powermatic PM2000 10" table Saw. We Blanchard Grind the top, add the reliability of an American Made Baldor motor, then install your favorite accessories. You decide exactly what color it is, and we finish it off by prominently displaying your name on the front of your perfect saw.

If this sounds like the perfect saw for you, check out the online Powermatic PM2066 designer for a complete list of available options. Not sure what the saw will look like in your shop? They even have a 3D miniature paper model you can customize and print out so you will be sure to get the look you want.

Take a picture and show us your custom paper saws in the comments below.

You can pick up a stock Powermatic PM2000 Cabinet Saw from Amazon.