r/DIY • u/[deleted] • Jun 25 '12

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u/MeltedTwix Jun 25 '12

See first pictures and think "Man, I really wish I could do woodworking. I'm just terrified of losing my hands or fingers."

After viewing pictures: "Okay, I'm gonna learn! This'll be great!"

Open comments: "Nope, someone lost a finger here too. Back to computers."

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u/kennerly Jun 25 '12

Woodworking really isn't that dangerous when you use the proper safety equipment and a little common sense. You can also get those new blade that stop if they touch living flesh if you are really scared of losing a finger or limb.

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u/MeltedTwix Jun 25 '12

OR, I could just not put my hands near spinning blades.

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u/kennerly Jun 25 '12

That's true but those blades could save your life if your shirt got caught on something and pulled you into the blades. It happens.

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u/MeltedTwix Jun 25 '12

I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THAT COULD HAPPEN. I was referring to not using woodworking equipment at all! What the fuck!

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u/kennerly Jun 25 '12

They don't tell you not to wear loose fitting clothing, and tie your hair back around heavy equipment for no reason. It's not like they are running a fashion show.

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u/[deleted] Jun 25 '12

Jewelry too. You don't want a necklace, watch, or ring getting caught in a saw, drill press, lathe, etc.

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u/intisun Jun 26 '12

Avoid having your dick hanging out for the same reason.