THE TOP CARPENTRY TOOLS ON THE MARKET:

Starting out, you can easily get by with just a miter saw and a table saw. As you develop more skill and ambition, you can add the planer and jointer. To that end, there are four machines that form the foundation of every well-equipped wood shop (below).

Tape Measures. ...

Claw Hammer. ...

Chisel. ...

Work Bench.

Nail Gun.

Quick Clamps.

Pencil.

Carpenter's Square.