Bench hook
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A bench hook is a workbench appliance used in woodworking to hold a workpiece in place while crosscutting with a hand saw. A bench hook is a simple method used to improve accuracy and safety.
Two bench hooks being used in parallel to support a longer piece of work.
Fence (woodworking)
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A fence is a part of many woodworking tools; it is typically used to guide or secure a workpiece while it is being sawn, planed, routed or marked. Fences play an important role for both accuracy and safety. Fences are usually straight and vertical, and made from metal, wood or plastic.
Table saw with a rip fence parallel to the blade, and a sliding crosscut fence perpendicular to the blade
A wooden table saw 90° crosscut sled incorporates a fence.
A mitre saw with an aluminium fence on each side of the blade.
Plastic router table fence, with a gap for the router bit and dust extraction.