Now is the time for him to start learning about being crafty, he can take classes or read books buy some basic tools and in a couple of years he should be able to build something. But he seems to like sitting on the couch watching tv, so its probably not going to happen. I started doing woodworking 35 years ago, the first couple of years I basically made sawdust, as I learned.
Contractor table saws can work well for woodworkers if used with a crosscut sled and other jigs. I’ve done some pretty intricate projects with an old 10 inch craftsman.
These guys do work very hard I just received a large package from UPS at 10:20 p.m.. Where I work we get deliveries before noon and when they back up to our loading dock we can see that their vans are packed to the roof, especially this time of the year. They are also under a lot of stress because of management efficiency requirements. They are a very important part of the new economy.
Between stomach flu and head colds we’re all sick in my family, putting off presents for a couple days. But Merry Christmas to everyone anyway!