We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Many people tackle their first DIY woodworking projects with a handheld circular saw. Jigsaws are also popular with beginners. Both are ...

Q. I want to surprise my husband with a new power tool. He's been asking for a miter saw. He'll be using it to build a deck, garden shed and all-new interior wood trim around our doors and windows.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Woodworking can be an expensive hobby, and there aren't many people out there who can afford to drop thousands of dollars on a fully ...