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How to Build a Miter Box

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DIFFICULTY RATING: (2 out of 5 - Easy)

A miter box is an important tool to help cut perfect 90- and 45-degree cuts.
Step 7: Mark the location of the 45-degree angle guide slots.
Use the 45-degree angle on the combination square to mark the location of the 45-degree guide slots on the top of the sides of the box. Now, use the right angle guide to carry the marks down the inside and outside of both sides of the box. Follow this entire step for the other side of the miter box to mark another 45-degree guide slot.
Use the 45-degree guide to mark the slot locations.

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