Ok, so you look at your fitup and decide whether a pass over the jointer
is indicated. What's that old saying about hard an fast rules being the
hobgoblin of something? Damn, getting old is the pits. CRS.

bob g.

TeamCasa wrote:

Doug,
I assure you my equipment is setup correctly. My blades range from custom
made ones, Systematic, Ridge Carbide to the WW11 from Forrest. They are all
maintained well and very sharp.

I'll grant you that in most cases, when the wood cooperates, the cuts do
come out of the TS fine enough for gluing. But, as many woodworkers and
no-doubt you will also admit, when ripping some woods, they can sometimes
become unruly when sliced. This is simply not preventable and we all know
it. This will affect the quality of the cut.

The jointer will produce a better surface on a more consistent basis over a
greater range of woods and conditions. Even Charlie will have to admit
this.

Doug said:

OK so far, although I'd prefer to use more specific terminology, e.g.
"Joint
one face and one edge... use the jointed edge against the TS fence and the
jointed face down on the table".


Agreed.

Dave