Woodworking & Tools
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Not So Vintage Stanley Hand Plane Repair
I got into woodworking in the early 2000’s and bought a #4, it was a couple of years before I figured out I needed a Jack plane too. At any rate I purchased some new Stanley models, at the time still being made by Stanley in the UK (Sheffield). But they came with plastic handles which I really
Metabo 12″ Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (HPT C12RSH3M)
Hey gang... I wanted to upgrade my 30 year old 10″ Milwaukee SCMS and did a deep dive into the reviews, finding that the Metabo was ver highly rated except for two shortcomings... the bevel release was inconveniently located at the back of the saw, and it used a laser instead of a shadow line
I Used to Enjoy Baseball
I used to enjoy baseball and still watch it some. All the changes have me thinking this is not the game I loved and grew up enjoying. I was more of a fan back in the day when pitchers in both leagues had to grab a bat and take some swings. Some pitchers were actually decent hitters. Now some
Still alive
I haven’t been posting on any forum for nearly two years. Somehow I just seem to have lost interest. I’m still alive though !
Why hand tools?
What led you to using hand tools for your wood working? For me, it’s a combination of noise and Norm Abram. I’ve found I hate the high pitched whine of power tools. Why Norm? I’ve always loved woodworking but watching This old house & then the Yankee Workshop, the vast array of equipment he had really intimated me. I watch Roy Underhill but it wasn’t until I really started trying that I realized using hand tools was a modern option. I currently use no electricity in any tool I use.
Hello from Germany, more garage organizer than woodworker
Hi everyone, I’m Heiko. I’ll say it once up front: I’m not a woodworker. My hobby is building small, simple web tools for everyday problems, and getting a garage organized is the kind of problem I enjoy most. Lately I’ve been reading a lot about how people lay out their shops, which is how I
Lie Nielsen Customer Service
I’m as guilty as anyone else for b*tching loudly when service is bad and saying nothing when its exceptional, so here is me turning over a new leaf... The magnet I had epoxied into my tool cabinet somehow came loose, and the #5 it was holding fell and got damaged. It broke the tote, knob, and
Lapping Spyderco Ultrafine
I have flattened and got rid of the swirl marks of the spyderco uf. I did some lapping with 36 grit and 100 grit silicon carbide. Obviously it is coarser and like the fine spyderco. Does anybody have experience with lapping stones to higher grits? What sic grits would be needed?
Another Headboard
The same customer I built a headboard for a few months ago asked if I’d build one for the guest bedroom. Of course. This one is cherry and of the same style as the last and is made with a veneered panel and solid wood frame wrapping it. I had a large “beam” of cherry that I was able to get
Nova Voyager drill press firmware
I bought my Voyager shortly after they were on the market and have never upgraded the firmware. Sitting around bored today I thought I would install the newest firmware. Have yet to find the firmware file to download. I get bounced around on the Technatool website and even downloaded a file
Jon Peters - Woodworking Quick Tip
Wooden buttons allow the solid mahogany tabletop to expand and contract. This outdoor coffee table is built with basic woodworking tools and pocket-hole joinery, making it a good introduction to woodworking project. Plans and the full project video are on my website #DIY, #woodworking,#homeimprovement
The Dungeon Wood Shop: 2013-2026
The shop will be on the move soon...from a damp and dreary basement...to a 2 car Garage. Stay tuned
CNC Spindle Advice
Been awhile since I have been here, life always seems to get in the way. We are finally in front of the town for an addition to our house, not looking forward to writing those checks, but I will finally be getting a new shop. One of the things I’m looking to do is add a CNC. My question
Rockwell model 13 planer motor pulley removal
I bought a 3 phase planer and I actually have a matching single phase motor on hand so I want to swap the motor. How do I remove the pulley? Set screws were removed with no difficulty and wanted to ask before I force it.
Turnkey Festool Workshop
LOCAL PICK UP ONLY and I want to try and sell complete before I consider parting it out. Shalimar FL TS55 plus accessory kit and multiple rails MFT will all pieces and parts Trion (PS300) barrel Grip Jig Saw Rotex 125 OF1010 router CT26 dust extractor - needs new hose Complete $2250
Japanese chisel sets
Restored and sharpened based on my 45 yrs using Japanese tools. These are ready to use. Even new Japanese chisels need to be flattened, sharpened, hoops set, etc., at least 1/2 hr per tool. The handles are treated with tung oil which makes the end grain more solid. These are vintage with a
Will you allow AI to take over your life?
Something new from Mark Zuckerberg… Marketed as a round-the-clock digital serf whose entire existence is literally “built around your whole life” In order for Muse to accomplish these tasks, it basically wants back door access to your entire life.
20 year old Craftsman Tablesaw power switch
Mine just quit working, part number is OR91712, which is no longer available from Sears Parts Direct. Does anyone know of a compatible replacement.
Porter Cable Plunge Router Base for PC- 690 - Colorado
This is a never used base for a PC 690 Router. $ 55.00 Which includes shipping. I take PayPal. Thanks for looking. Gordon
Low patio table
This is a low table designed to sit between two low chairs on our catio. It’s sapele and all the work after initial rough sizing is done with hand tools. It still needs stretchers added. This was my first time using just scrapers and no sandpaper and it has worked beautifully. I think the very
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