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18th January 2018, 09:57 AM
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I would like to participate in this pen swap :)...
I would like to participate in this pen swap :)
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16th July 2017, 11:24 AM
Thread: New Drill Press
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Thanks for the replies. I have removed the quill...
Thanks for the replies. I have removed the quill from the drill press and checked the bearings. The drive shaft is straight and the bearings are okay.
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7th July 2017, 08:31 PM
Thread: First Toy Build - B Double
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Some more...
Some more...
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7th July 2017, 08:23 PM
Thread: Timber blank ID - beefwood?
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Having used beefwood and made pens from beefwood,...
Having used beefwood and made pens from beefwood, I don't think this is beefwood.
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7th July 2017, 08:13 PM
Thread: First Toy Build - B Double
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Here is the finished truck. More pictures...
Here is the finished truck. More pictures soon.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170707/70b171ff7b882d1934c4d0ce8645cb61.jpg
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5th July 2017, 03:40 PM
Thread: New Drill Press
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New Drill Press
I am in need of a new drill press and one of the options is the Nova Voyager DVR drill press. I was wondering if anyone owns one and could share their experiences?
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4th July 2017, 11:32 PM
Thread: First Toy Build - B Double
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First Toy Build - B Double
Hi,
This is my first attempt at toy build and I have quite enjoyed it. It's not quite finished yet. I certainly plan to be making some more soon.
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29th June 2016, 01:24 PM
Thread: Do I need to stabilise...
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Do I need to stabilise...
Hi folks,
I have recently been turning some pens from pine and red cedar and finishing with CA. After a short time of general use, the pens seem to become dented and marked.
I am finishing with 16... -
19th June 2016, 09:58 AM
Thread: Pens for the ladies
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Pens for the ladies
Hi,
Yesterday I held my first stall at a local market selling my pens. Had a great response, sold a few pens with plenty of interest.
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15th May 2016, 03:11 PM
Thread: CA setting too fast
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Thanks for the responses. I think I will try...
Thanks for the responses. I think I will try some 5 minute epoxy on my next project and maybe drill and glue a few at the same time.
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14th May 2016, 11:46 PM
Thread: My first post worthy pen
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My first post worthy pen
Hi folks,
Last weekend our club had a visit from dai sensei which motivated me to try pen turning. 7 days later, fair to say I'm hooked.. :D
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14th May 2016, 11:29 PM
Thread: CA setting too fast
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CA setting too fast
Hi Everyone,
I'm new to pen turning (actually about 1 week) and I came across an issue earlier today I need some help with.
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31st August 2015, 01:52 PM
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Interesting link there on spark testing. I guess...
Interesting link there on spark testing. I guess the tools are carbon steel, not carbide. They get very hot when sharpening and lose their edge rather quick. Judging by the sparkfest, I would say...
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31st August 2015, 10:32 AM
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Update
Thanks to everyone for their input here on this topic. By way of an update I share the following:
It appears that the tools I got with my recent lathe purchase (second hand) are not made of HSS... -
17th August 2015, 09:50 AM
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Next Investment - Better tools or sharpening rig
So I have taken the plunge and purchased a used lathe which came with a set of tools. The tools have no branding so that should give some indication of the quality. :D With a little use in my less...
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16th August 2015, 05:27 PM
Thread: Advice on first lathe decision
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Done Deal
So I bought the lathe and I am very happy with the results. Seems like a solid machine and all the parts work as expected. Here is a pic of the first successful project.
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9th August 2015, 06:15 PM
Thread: Advice on first lathe decision
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Here are photos of lathe and tools.
Here are photos of lathe and tools.
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9th August 2015, 03:59 PM
Thread: Advice on first lathe decision
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You are right Dave, there is a set of tools also...
You are right Dave, there is a set of tools also for sale, but I don't know if they are of decent quality or what brand they are.
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9th August 2015, 03:20 PM
Thread: Advice on first lathe decision
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Thanks for your responses. Regarding dust...
Thanks for your responses.
Regarding dust extraction, I have a 2hp dust extractor unit that should take car of dust.
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8th August 2015, 10:20 PM
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Oil stain on unfinished table top - Help!
Hi all,
I am in the process of sanding and refinishing a dining table. It appears to be made of Silky Oak, but I am no expert in this area. In order to sand the legs of the table, I turned it... -
8th August 2015, 09:46 PM
Thread: Advice on first lathe decision
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Advice on first lathe decision
Hi all,
I have recently had the opportunity to try my hand at wood turning for the first time and I enjoyed it a lot. So of course I have been on the hunt for a reasonable lathe to buy. I have... -
15th July 2014, 04:08 PM
Thread: Tea light holder
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Tea light holder
Hi,
I started making a few of these tea light (candle) holders and decided I rather enjoyed it. I was thinking about selling them at the local markets but really have no idea how much to be asking... -
26th June 2014, 01:19 PM
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What wood would I use for cutting boards?
Hi all,
I'm looking at getting a head start on Christmas gifts this year and was thinking about making some end grain cutting boards, but I need advice on what wood to use. Maybe 2 different types... -
16th August 2013, 02:38 PM
Thread: Suitable wood for toy making?
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There was some DAR pine and other timber types at...
There was some DAR pine and other timber types at the hardware store and when I inquired about them I was told that they were 'internally treated'. I have no idea what the means, but figured it was...
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16th August 2013, 01:14 PM
Thread: Drink Coasters
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I came across this idea on youtube. Thanks for...
I came across this idea on youtube. Thanks for looking!
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16th August 2013, 01:12 PM
Thread: Suitable wood for toy making?
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Suitable wood for toy making?
Hi,
I am looking to try my hand at making some basic wood toys, and started doing some reading and thinking about what wood to use. Obviously pine is most available and easiest to manage so I asked... -
13th August 2013, 10:23 PM
Thread: Blade container
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Yet another project for my 'to do' list. :wink:
Yet another project for my 'to do' list. :wink:
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13th August 2013, 10:07 PM
Thread: Drink Coasters
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Drink Coasters
Hey folks,
I thought I would share a couple of pics of my most recent project - drinks coasters. The image was transferred using a hot iron from a standard colour laser print.
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1st August 2013, 07:31 PM
Thread: First scroll saw results
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First scroll saw results
I purchased a rockwell scroll saw to try out the scroll saw process. I found that the blades supplied with the machine were too thick (not sure if that is the right terminology) and went blunt very...
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29th July 2013, 04:57 PM
Thread: My Budget Router Jig
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Nice job on this budget jig. I'm also working on...
Nice job on this budget jig. I'm also working on a tight budget for tools, and I'm inspired to make something similar to take my box corner joints up a notch.:U
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29th July 2013, 12:34 PM
Thread: G'day to all
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While I have enjoyed the more recent trekkie...
While I have enjoyed the more recent trekkie movies, my nickname stems from my time in the aviation industry. With my last name being Kirk, I guess it was meant to be :D.
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28th July 2013, 07:03 PM
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I'm in. I have quite a few pallets and a few...
I'm in. I have quite a few pallets and a few ideas. :cool:
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28th July 2013, 06:02 PM
Thread: My Weekend Project - Serving Tray
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My Weekend Project - Serving Tray
My weekend project, the first of many I hope. So I mostly copied the general design from another tray in the kitchen and I'm fairly happy with the result. At this point, there is no finish on the...
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18th July 2013, 09:59 PM
Thread: G'day to all
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G'day to all
Hi, I am getting back into woodworking after a few years of doing other things. I dusted of my old gear and have bought some new toys as well :U.
I have been doing quite a bit of reading on the...