Years ago I took a piece of red oak, jointed it flat on the edge and put a
piece of aluminum angle material on one edge. It has served me faithfully
for at least 30 years. Not only do I use it to draw lines, but I also clamp
it to 4 X 8 sheets of plywood for a saw guide.
It doesn't get as much use as it did, I now have a panel saw. I do wood
boat restorations and handle a lot of sheet goods.

Don Dando

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Hi,

I plan on building built in bookcases for my new home. I plan on using a
veneer type plywood available in 4' by 8' sheets. The bookshelves will be
72" in height.

What is the preferred method to make the long cuts? I was thinking a skill
saw for the rough cut then finding an 8 foot straight edge and cleaning
the
edge up with a router.

Anyone have an idea on who makes a ONE PIECE 8 foot straight edge?

Thanks,