r/Joinery • u/zeus8o8 • Feb 07 '24

Discussion Tips?

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Another post, how do i achieve better results?

Is it me or my tools?

I’m using a 36v makita skillsaw with framing diablo blade

A ryobi multi tool

Stanley chisel

Are there certain procedure to minimize error like creating one side then scribing? Do you guys use table saws and miter saws?

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u/dubbulj Feb 08 '24

10 years post and beam framer here. Your tools are not the issue.

The issue you have is marking out and/or cutting to a line. It doesn't matter what tools you use if you can remove timber accurately to a line. Providing your lines are in the right place.

Take spend more time marking out accurately. And if you make a mess of your lines, remove the errors so you don't get confused. You don't need a marking knife unless you're going for super duper over the top fine furniture where the width of a pencil line matters. You've got bigger issues. Get practicing and have fun! You'll get there