[CAUT] hammer thickness trimming jig

[Jon Page]

>My fingers ended up very near the blade, as holding the tail tight 
>to the set screw was really not adequately done using the shank at 
>the top, at least in my experience.  I felt no confidence that I had 
>adequate down pressure or, more importantly, side pressure.  There 
>is nothing to secure the hammer adequately IMO.  For me, it was a 
>far too likely possibility that the hammer could move and be tossed 
>across the shop.  I simply wasn't comfortable with it - I'm sure it 
>works for you and might for me with some instruction, but as 
>learning curves go, this one was rather flat for me.
>
>William R. Monroe

Your jig and method are suspect. I've used this jig for over ten years trimming
5+ sets per year without incident. know your tools.
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Regards,

Jon Page
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