Top Woodworking Hand Tools

This is an instructable designed for beginner woodworkers! It will explain what tools are needed as well as a few materials you always want on hand.

You NEED a saw in order to be a woodworker. You don't need to get an expensive dewalt or Porter Cable saw. You could start out with a hand saw like I did. Or you could get a circular saw like the one in the picture. Keep in mind you get what you pay for. I recommend getting a Skill brand saw.

Another saw you may want to get is a jigsaw. Jigsaws allow you to make curved cuts. You don't need to get an expensive jigsaw. I highly recommend the black and decker jigsaw in the picture. I have been using it for a while and it has worked great for only 40 bucks.

A drill is the second most important tool for woodworking. I recommend getting a nice drill because you will use a drill a lot! Also get a nice set of drill bits. I recommend self tapping drill bits. Mine are Dewalt drill bits.

Can't have enough clamps! Not much to say about clamps. You should have at least 3-5 clamps on hand to start out.

Sanding is a major part of woodworking. A sheet of sand paper cost next to nothing. Files can be bought for around 5 bucks a piece.

Get a ruler like the one in the right of the picture. Can't stress it enough how much you will use a straight edge.

Of course you need a hammer! You can get a very cheap hammer and it won't really make a difference. Don't spend more than 10 bucks on a hammer. That's all I have to say about a hammer.

Some supplies you need are glue, wood, nails, and screws. I recommend getting a nice decider for your screws.

Thanks so much for reading. Please vote for my instructable if you liked it. I hope this helps you to get started in woodworking.