Measuring
Flexible tape that slides into a case
Tape Measure
Used mainly for assembling projects
Rubber Mallet
Cuts with the grain of the wood
Ripsaw
Bench Vise
Small sander used for finishing and is designed to be used with one hand
Palm-Grip Sander
Rule that is used for short measurements
Ruler
Head is filled with lead shot and oil so that the energy of the impact is absorbed in the head
Dead-Blow Hammer
A fine-tooth crosscut saw with a heavy metal band across the back to strengthen the thin blade
Backsaw
Good for small jobs and when a clamp is needed in a localized area
C-Clamp
Ideal for sanding contours and hard-to-reach spots
Spindle Sander
Used to check and lay out 90 degree and 45 degree angles
Combination Square
The most commonly used hammer. The curved claw provides leverage for pulling nails
Claw Hammer
A small backsaw that is used for making fine joints
Dovetail Saw
All-purpose clamp that requires only one hand to operate
Trigger Clamp
Mainly for rough sanding, works quickly, and is best for leveling large areas
Belt Sander
The most common woodworking square for laying out and checking 90 degree angles
Try Square
Has a wedge-shaped claw used for prying apart pieces that have been nailed together
Ripping Hammer
Cuts across the grain
Crosscut Saw
Small bar clamp that is quick and easy to operate
Fast-Action Clamp
Makes fine finishing cuts
Block Plane
Marked with degrees for fast layout
Speed Square
Used for assembling projects and striking chisels
Carpenter's Mallet
Has a U-shaped frame. Used to cut curves, scroll work, and molding as finishing trim
Coping Saw
The guided jaws on this clamp stay parallel at all times
Parallel Bar Clamp
Has a wide iron for roughing cuts and for planing wide boards
Jack Plane