Here’s where I’m at with the tear out problem. Decided to trim the piece down a bit glue it back in, rough trim with chisels then sand it flush. Must say I’m pretty pleased so far. Means I can do…   Read more»

@brie You can also do a “climb cut” (going backwards) on certain sections to minimize the risk of tearout, but I think that is a scary thing to do with a router. I think Mark showed and explained it in…   Read more»

Thanks for the replies guys. Been having trouble getting logged on, hence the delay in replying.
Next passes with the router much shallower, then a pass with the bottom bearing bit – that might have to be a deeper cut.

@clinton thanks again. I made the box section longer at 10″ (as my blank is thicker) and that’s really worked.

A table saw is on my list, but it will take a while to get to.
Cheers

@russ home stretch

Happy Birthday @marcel.
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