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13th July 2023, 01:06 AM
Thread: JET JTS-600X small panel saw
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SOLD: Sold
Sold
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7th July 2023, 08:36 AM
Thread: Best decking oil
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I Used Cutek Extreme CD50 on my deck earlier this...
I Used Cutek Extreme CD50 on my deck earlier this year and would highly recommend it.
The only thing to keep in mind is that it takes a while to dry even in warmer temperature. I waited for 2... -
6th July 2023, 01:41 AM
Thread: JET JTS-600X small panel saw
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SOLD: Yes, that’s possible. I will send you a PM
Yes, that’s possible. I will send you a PM
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5th July 2023, 09:02 PM
Thread: JET JTS-600X small panel saw
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SOLD: Happy to take any reasonable offers as I need to...
Happy to take any reasonable offers as I need to make room.
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1st July 2023, 04:42 PM
Thread: JET JTS-600X small panel saw
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SOLD: JET JTS-600X small panel saw
Looking to sell my well maintained JET JTS-600X small panel saw. Saw is about 6 year old and was bought new from Carbatec. It has only seen light occasional use in a hobby workshop. Reason for...
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26th May 2023, 05:53 PM
Thread: New Guinea Rosewood
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WITHDRAWN: My suggestion would be to find someone who could...
My suggestion would be to find someone who could use the table instead.
In regards to rarity, there are other types of rosewood e.g. Brazilian rosewood, Nicaraguan rosewood aka cocobolo which... -
9th April 2023, 07:16 AM
Thread: Japanese Chisels - Set 2- 5 chisels
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SOLD: I will take it. Thanks.
I will take it. Thanks.
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9th April 2023, 07:01 AM
Thread: Japanese Chisels - Set 1 - 5 chisels
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SOLD: I will take the it.
I will take the it.
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23rd February 2023, 04:43 AM
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SOLD: I will take it. Thanks.
I will take it. Thanks.
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22nd February 2023, 10:07 PM
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SOLD: Hi, If you can post to Melbourne then I am...
Hi, If you can post to Melbourne then I am interested.
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29th October 2022, 06:49 PM
Thread: Mammoth timber sale at the guild!
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Some photos of the timber up for sale tomorrow....
Some photos of the timber up for sale tomorrow. There is a piece of Melbourne's history in some of these.
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16th October 2022, 07:47 AM
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I landed with same decisions earlier this year....
I landed with same decisions earlier this year. As a preference, I looked for coveted Vicmarc slow grinder but found they are not sold anymore so ended up with the Carbatec one on a special. I...
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8th October 2022, 07:48 PM
Thread: MiniMax c30 genius
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Hi Mark, I am also looking for a combination...
Hi Mark,
I am also looking for a combination machine but not sure if I can get it through the narrow (~1100mm) side entrance. Would you please be a able to check how wide is fixed part of the your... -
1st January 2022, 01:18 PM
Thread: CarbaTec Drill Press upgrade chuck
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I replaced my drill press chuck with a Rohm and...
I replaced my drill press chuck with a Rohm and found it a significant improvement.
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9th August 2021, 12:52 PM
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I heard back from FWW this morning. They are...
I heard back from FWW this morning. They are correcting their records and will extend my subscription expiry date to compensate. This sounds like that issue is at their end atleast in my case.
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8th August 2021, 10:27 PM
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Thanks Andrew. That is very generous! While I...
Thanks Andrew. That is very generous! While I mostly read online, I am a sucker for paper copies of certain things.
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8th August 2021, 04:26 PM
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Last issue I received was No. 288 - April 2021 so...
Last issue I received was No. 288 - April 2021 so missing last two.
Edit: Just checked my magazine subscription, it is showing that it is current. Also noticed that last two missing issues via... -
5th August 2021, 03:21 PM
Thread: Timbecom cyclone, any good?
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Hi Bob, As an alternative, any thoughts on...
Hi Bob,
As an alternative, any thoughts on straight 3HP Dusty linked below with pleated filters? There is no cyclone for fine dust but overall this may provide better CFM.
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9th June 2021, 09:30 AM
Thread: Drawer Slides, Where to buy.
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They don’t operate as smoothly. At a similar...
They don’t operate as smoothly. At a similar price point I would go for King or Kia Ora. If a similar product is available at $9 then they are fine for the workshop :).
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9th June 2021, 12:04 AM
Thread: Drawer Slides, Where to buy.
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Hi, I cannot comment on Timbecon ones but I...
Hi,
I cannot comment on Timbecon ones but I know that Bunnings Goliath ones are not so good.
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8th June 2021, 10:13 PM
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I have a #20 which works like a treat on curved...
I have a #20 which works like a treat on curved pieces. I have also used #113 which is a pleasure to use. It is little lighter and smaller comparatively. These are much nicer to use then using a...
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3rd June 2021, 02:26 PM
Thread: HNT Gordon 25mm Shoulder Plane
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VICTORIA That was quick :).
That was quick :).
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3rd June 2021, 11:44 AM
Thread: Couple of Chess tables
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Great pickup! Yes 1a (extreme left) should be...
Great pickup! Yes 1a (extreme left) should be black and 1h (extreme right) should be white, Bummer!
I haven't played in a while too. A niece is into it and asked me to make her a chess table. She... -
2nd June 2021, 08:02 PM
Thread: Couple of Chess tables
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Some further information :). Happy to explain any...
Some further information :). Happy to explain any aspects of the build if there are questions. I also have some in progress photos if needed.
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2nd June 2021, 07:14 PM
Thread: Clear Coat over Paint
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Some suggestions are at this link. Checkout the...
Some suggestions are at this link. Checkout the comments too. Don't think water based product is the way to go though.
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2nd June 2021, 06:59 PM
Thread: Couple of Chess tables
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Couple of Chess tables
Sharing couple of chess tables which were recently finished.
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1st June 2021, 07:39 PM
Thread: 8" 200mm long bed buzzer / jointer
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SOLD: I will take it.
I will take it.
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31st May 2021, 06:08 PM
Thread: 8" 200mm long bed buzzer / jointer
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SOLD: Hi Greolt, I am interested but need to work...
Hi Greolt,
I am interested but need to work out transport.
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26th May 2021, 02:29 PM
Thread: Lathe choice
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Thank you @Biggus and @NeilS. I am leaning...
Thank you @Biggus and @NeilS.
I am leaning towards Woodfast. Will go contact Carolls for availability and checking it out in person. -
25th May 2021, 04:54 PM
Thread: Lathe choice
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What are the thoughts on new Nova Comet II DR FOR...
What are the thoughts on new Nova Comet II DR FOR spindle and bowl turning as the first lathe?
Nova Comet II DR Midi Lathe - EVS with Digital Readout | Carbatec -
19th May 2021, 01:36 PM
Thread: Chisels and files
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Luban chisels could be a good starting point....
Luban chisels could be a good starting point. This is where I started too.
If you do a Google then a set of 6 is about $100.
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6th May 2021, 09:25 PM
Thread: Japanes chisels
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SOLD: Hi Johnno, If Marco doesn't go for it then I...
Hi Johnno,
If Marco doesn't go for it then I will take them.
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17th November 2020, 08:17 PM
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It is not on their website. A friend of mine is...
It is not on their website. A friend of mine is looking for a large lathe and Laguna is out of stock everywhere locally. Gregmach have suggest Harvey to him instead.
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16th November 2020, 08:51 PM
Thread: Hold downs recommendations
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I have been using Gramercy Hold fasts bought from...
I have been using Gramercy Hold fasts bought from HNT Gordon (Gramercy Hold fasts – HNT Gordon & Co. Classic Planemakers Australia). Quite happy with these.
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16th November 2020, 08:08 PM
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Hi, Anyone has any experience and thoughts on...
Hi,
Anyone has any experience and thoughts on Harvey T50 or T60 lathes? Apparently, Gregmach are selling these and come with M33 x 3.5 thread.
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14th September 2020, 07:49 AM
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VICTORIA Hi mate, What are you upgrading to? cheers
Hi mate,
What are you upgrading to?
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4th July 2020, 07:08 AM
Thread: Places to get wood from
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I would suggest Matthews timber, Birtton Timber...
I would suggest Matthews timber, Birtton Timber and American Hardwoods.
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28th May 2020, 06:41 AM
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QUEENSLAND Hi Des, If these are still available then I...
Hi Des,
If these are still available then I will take these?
It will need be posted assuming you are not planning to comedown to Melbourne anytime soon.
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6th February 2020, 05:45 PM
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WANTED:VIC Add American hardwoods And Whelan the...
Add
American hardwoods
And
Whelan the Warehouse
to the list too
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21st December 2019, 09:51 PM
Thread: Hammer A3 (Silent Power spiral)
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WANTED:N.S.W.. Thanks for the details! Sound like a great...
Thanks for the details!
Sound like a great machine. Unfortunately, price is bit of my range for now. -
17th December 2019, 08:22 PM
Thread: Hammer A3 (Silent Power spiral)
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WANTED:N.S.W.. Hammer A3 (Silent Power spiral)
Hi builder,
I am in Melbourne and would be interested in your AD741. Can you please share the specs and $$ you are looking for?
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20th November 2019, 10:18 PM
Thread: Japanese chisels - ferrule question
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Have a look at these mate Japanese Chisel...
Have a look at these mate
Japanese Chisel Setup - Kazura - Brian Holcombe Woodworker
Chisel Setup – Covington & Sons Tools
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23rd October 2019, 12:48 PM
Thread: Melbourne Handtool Event 2019
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THANK YOU Melbourne Handtool Event 2019
There is Melbourne Handtool event this weekend Sat 26th and Sun 27th.
Further details at
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8th October 2019, 07:02 PM
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I would also suggest Robert Wearing's book "The...
I would also suggest Robert Wearing's book "The Essential Woodworker".
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10th September 2019, 10:09 PM
Thread: comparing saws
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Add Laguna 18 bx to the list too. Sent from...
Add Laguna 18 bx to the list too.
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4th September 2019, 08:06 AM
Thread: Veritas pmv 11 1/4" chisel
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Checkout Jim Davey. Jim Davey - Woodworking...
Checkout Jim Davey.
Jim Davey - Woodworking Hand Tools - eShop - Sales - Veritas Chisels
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31st August 2019, 12:17 AM
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I was looking for wide maple boards last year....
I was looking for wide maple boards last year. Managed to get up to 330mm wide boards from Britton timbers. Earlier this year I found a 270mm board at Matthews too. Wide boards are harder to get but...
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27th July 2019, 07:52 AM
Thread: Edge Planning
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This a good explanation video from David...
This a good explanation video from David Charlesworth on it. While it completely makes sense, I have not been game to try it yet.
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18th July 2019, 07:18 PM
Thread: Edge Planning
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Edge Planning
Wondering, what the wisdom thinks about following from “Art of Joinery” based on Moxon. I am straight sharpened plane iron person but at times found edge planning less than satisfactory. I have...
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11th July 2019, 05:04 AM
Thread: Uniklamps for box making
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While I have used clamps in box making before, I...
While I have used clamps in box making before, I have found that scotch tape works quite well with mitered corners. Too much pressure with clamps could also cause alignment issues.
In the last box...