431 Shop Apron
Today’s “Try it Tuesday” is all about my shop apron, more specifically the Leather Apron from Highland Woodworking
. With it’s generous proportions, it’s deep flap covered pockets and it’s really comfortable feel (once it’s properly broken in that is) this is a great apron for any woodworker.
Why would you need a shop apron? With all the little things you have laying around your benchtop, or on top of your stationary tools it’s great to have a place to put them where they can be reached quickly and easily. That’s exactly what a good shop apron will do. Not to mention protecting you from flying debris and keeping you from being caked in sawdust.
Regardless of whether it’s leather, canvas, cotton or polyester? A good shop apron will pay for itself in no time, especially when you don’t have to search for your pencil or square.
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Matt, thanks for this one. I’ve had an apron for years, but I only really used it for turning and occassionally if I was carving on my lap (won’t stop a gouge…but it’s an extra layer anyway).
It never occurred to me to ‘stock’ my apron with gear and wear it all the time. This weekend I tried it out and I was pleasantly surprised.
I only had to look for a tape measure once…since I left it by the bandsaw rather than putting it back in the pocket.
I stocked up on pencils, small square and a ruler….I actually spent more time woodworking than hunting for tools.
Great idea to cover this….definitely something I wouldn’t find anywhere else.
Ian