How to Make Knobs for Shop Jigs, for Newbies!

Detailed, step-by-step instructions. Why spend money to buy knobs for shop jigs? This is how I make my own knobs. I show you 5 different knob shapes, and a couple of different attaching options. And I even take a stab at putting a finish on one knob.

Products


Coupling Nut - 1/4-20 x 1" box of 50
I use these when I make knobs. See my video for more information.





Center Finder (Robert Larson)
Cheap and extremely useful.


Drill Press Vise (4") (TEKTON)
This is the drill press vise I use, and I like it.


Air Conditioner (Emerson)
This has worked well for me for over a year.


Epoxy Glue (Gorilla)
The only kind of epoxy glue I use.


Remote Control Outlet Switch (DEWENWILS)
I use this for my dust collector


Rotary Tool (Dremel)
The original.