Saws (hand saws, coping saws)

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The teeth of a hand saw are usually set (bent alternately to either side), not just sharpened, to create a kerf (cut) wider than the saw blade itself, preventing the blade from binding in the wood. elaborate share

Orbital Sanders

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Orbital sanders, unlike their random orbital counterparts, move in a circular pattern, not a random, swirling one. elaborate share

Circular Saws

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The first circular saw designed for woodworking wasn't powered by electricity; it was driven by a water wheel! elaborate share

Heat Guns

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Heat guns were originally developed for removing paint, not shrinking plastic. elaborate share

Levels

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Levels in video games weren't always designed as distinct areas; early games often used scrolling screens to create a sense of progression. elaborate share

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The world's oldest known hammer, found in Poland, is over 300,000 years old. elaborate share