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We are pleased to announce the release of our New Catalog, NO. 1201. It features many new items along with the quality tools you are accustomed to getting…

By Larry Adams May 16, 2022 | 2:39 pm CDT Charles G. G. Schmidt & Co. Inc  has acquired Esta-USA and Dispozablade products and is now the exclusive distributor…

https://www.woodshopnews.com/news/charles-g-g-schmidt-co-adds-to-catalog FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Charles G. G. Schmidt & Co. Becomes Exclusive North American Distributor of Esta-USA and Dispozablade Products Charles G. G. Schmidt & Co. has acquired…

Wondering if custom woodworking tooling is right for your shop? Learn when to go custom, what problems it solves, and exactly how the process works at CGG Schmidt.

Go behind the scenes at CGG Schmidt to see how custom profile knives are made — from receiving your sketch or DXF to CNC grinding, optical inspection, and…

Trying to match an old or discontinued molding profile? CGG Schmidt can grind a custom match molding profile knife from your sample, tracing, sketch, or DXF. Here's how.

When standard tooling won't work, custom moulder knives and cutting tools from CGG Schmidt solve unusual woodworking challenges — odd profiles, legacy machines, and more.

Learn how to set corrugated back knives correctly — matching corrugations, projection, balance, and torque — for safer, cleaner cuts on your moulder or shaper.

Follow this practical moulder setup guide — spindle order, knife projection, feed speed, and hold-downs — plus a troubleshooting table for tear-out, snipe, and chatter.

A practical guide to router bit feeds and speeds — chip load basics, RPM by bit diameter, climb vs. conventional cutting, and how to avoid burning and bit…

A step-by-step double end tenoner setup guide — tooling selection, alignment, scoring for clean shoulders, and the common mistakes that cause loose or inconsistent tenons.

Learn how to choose shaper cutters for any woodworking project — covering profile, bore size, material, and machine compatibility in plain English.

Carbide vs high speed steel woodworking — compare edge life, cost, regrindability, and best-use cases to find the right cutting tool material for your shop.

A practical corrugated back knives guide covering how the locking system works, profile options, materials, and what to look for when buying knives and cutterheads.

Find the best saw blade for hardwood, sheet goods, laminate, and more — a plain-English guide to tooth count, grind, hook angle, and matching blades to materials.

Learn when to sharpen planer knives vs. replace them — signs of dullness, nick repair, regrind limits, and cost trade-offs explained in plain English.

Profile knife grinding reproduces custom shapes from a sketch, sample, or DXF file. Learn how the process works, when shops need it, and what to expect.

Extend tool life in woodworking with practical tips on feed and speed settings, proper storage, timely sharpening, and matching tooling to the material.

Recognize the signs of dull woodworking tools before they cost you time and money. Five clear signals your planer knives, router bits, or molder knives need service.

Discover what S-Alloy is, how it compares to standard steel and carbide, and why CGG Schmidt was first to bring S-Alloy woodworking tools to market in the early…

Learn how cutting tool hook angle, rake, and clearance angles affect cut quality, feed rate, and tear-out — with practical guidance for matching geometry to wood species.

Learn how CNC tool manufacturing precision — including CNC grinding, EDM, and optical comparators — produces tighter tolerances and longer tool life for woodworking operations.