Rochester Woodworkers Society


Kelly begins the drawer construction with dovetailing the fronts	Checking for cuts for square to insure that there can be a good fit...	and the drawer sides go on...	as well as the solid panel bottom

Kelly was very candid with all of his answers, as well as humorous	Showing the corner block and weight bearing system for case construction	A technique for putting a "solid" back on a case and adding strength	It also allows for bookmatching woods and showing off the beauty

While it may not be often seen, it is easily done...	and Kelly explains it's advantages	Kelly explains trimming the case while allowing for wood expansion	Kelly explains the truth about kickback (notice the unplugged cord)

The true mechanism of kickback is not widely understood here	Kelly demonstrates a kickback using a piece of builders foam	The actual catch, and lift, to be followed by the blade hurling the piece	The actual saw track in the piece when it finally comes to rest

Kelly explains some of the aftermarket options available	A example of what a workable "riving" knife solution might look like	Kelly's workshop was a very informative, enjoyable day	Like everything, there is an end... cleaning up and leaving
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Photos by Kurt Hertzog

Kelly Mehler Workshop