Holdfasts Woodworking

This article was weighing the difference between mass produced and hand forged.

Holdfasts woodworking. As a third hand i prefer the light weight ones. Types of holdfasts for woodworking because of the way i incorporate holdfasts in to my work. Holdfasts that really work the masterminds at tools for working wood have patented a process for making a holdfast that works extraordinarily well for an equally extraordinary price buy a pair. The angle of the holdfast s shaft as it sits in the benchtop as well as the angle between the pad and shaft are key elements.

And because of these qualities it also will clamp objects as much as 8 off the benchtop. Amazon s choice for bench holdfast. Workbench holdfasts for a simple woodworker when it comes to a problem in life the best bet is to hit hard with a hammer. This holdfast works consistently in benches from 2 to 8 thick for three reasons.

A tight fit between the shaft and hole a rough surface finish and the fact that its shaft isn t tapered. Sjoberg st 03 holdfasts for nordic plus duo workbenches 2 pack. 5 out of 5 stars popular woodworking finally. This method of clamping is perfect for projects that need frequent reorientation while planning carving or working.

Woodworking holddown quick clamp hold down hold fast bench dog for 3 4 dog hole one single holdfast 4 6 out of 5 stars 78. Hand forged holdfasts we tested front to back. Sjoberg st 03 holdfasts for nordic plus duo workbenches 2 pack 4 2 out of 5 stars 9 taytools 468648 pair 2 each 3 4 x 2 1 4 inches bench dogs hold downs for workbenches anodized aluminum side springs. In fact the bent steel bar variants are probably the best thing to come to holdfasts since they were invented.

This small holdfast is made from solid ductile iron with a 3 1 2 throat an overall length of 8 1 4 and a 11 16 round shank. Phil koontz two by don weber a prototype from tools for working wood as simple as the idea is the execution and engineering involved in making a good holdfast are complex. Phil koontz and don weber were mentioned several times as blacksmiths who produced outstanding holdfasts. I read a woodworking magazine article from one of their first issues about holdfasts and how they work.

Simply position the clamp in a 3 4 hole and give it a hard solid hit with a mallet. I was particularly drawn to the koontz model but. With many workpieces using two holdfasts is recommended this is especially important with longer boards where more lateral support is needed because of the leverage can exert too much force for the holdfast. Kreg tool company kks1070 kreg bench dogs.

Gramercy were the first to do this that i m aware of. And there s other small makers creating similar ones. It will change your workholding for the better instantly. 4 2 out of 5 stars 9.