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4th April 2014, 10:02 AM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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Thanks to all
Thanks guys, I did say that with my 30 yrs experience I was quite impressed with it - simply divine to hand-plane. I also agree with Rustynail - when spending a lot of money on timber I would...
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3rd April 2014, 01:36 PM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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Thanks Graeme
Thanks a lot Graeme, RELEVANT replies to my question have been few.
Having viewed some of the CT refered to in some of the above comments I can only say a lot of it is completely incomparable to... -
28th March 2014, 06:30 PM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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Miss Understood?!
Some of the commentators here should read what I've said a little more carefully. All I've done is stated what I found on i/net - someone(not me) is selling CT for $1200/cube. Someone(not me) has...
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27th March 2014, 10:35 AM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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conclusion
Thanks guys. .
When restoring antique furn. or classic boats there is NO choice as to using cheaper timbers. On a boat one might find 6 different timbers in 6 different locations - each chosen for a... -
9th March 2014, 12:15 PM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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solution
Best solution I think is keep it & continue to enjoy working with it. In the last 5/6 yrs the small % I have used has certainly paid it's way. It,s about time I built a runabout for the Broadwater. ...
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8th March 2014, 01:14 PM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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Thanks
Thanks John,
I don't get much time on the computer but after a search this morning have found CT is selling over $10,000 a cube for lightly dressed boards - I think with delivery. What I have would... -
6th March 2014, 06:42 PM
Thread: What's Celery Top worth?
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What's Celery Top worth?
I have what could be (according to forum comments) the last large quantity(2+ cub mtrs) of high grade, old growth CT in Aus. to sell(regretfully). See wooden boat forum for details & pix. I've been a...
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2nd March 2014, 10:28 AM
Thread: Update on the Putt Putt.
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Cheeoice!!
Pat yourself on the back for this one! OOOzing "atmosphere" that u just don't get with f/glass etc.
This style of craft is exactly what I have had in mind as being ideal for cruising the shallow... -
2nd March 2014, 09:42 AM
Thread: Celery Top in Brisbane
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Would swap some CT for runabout
Will consider swapping some for trailerable boat - OK if wood or f/glass repairs needed.
Over 3 yrs ago I put a few damaged boards of CT on the lawn to go to the tip. Finally lifted them to find no... -
2nd March 2014, 09:24 AM
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Is treated pine still toxic?
Greetings AR,
U might like to get some advice on what chemical is being used to treat pine these days. It used to be copperchromearsenate(sp?). Some councils had to spend a lot of money replacing... -
17th February 2014, 10:26 AM
Thread: Warning! Mother of pearl & shell dust
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Thanks
Thanks for the info guys. I got my info from my doctor & an old antique dealer many years ago. I don't use power tools with shell often- usually jewellers saw & files. Most seasoned woodies are aware...
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16th February 2014, 10:41 AM
Thread: Warning! Mother of pearl & shell dust
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Warning! Mother of pearl & shell dust
Alas woodwork can be an unhealthy pastime. The dust generated by working with shell is very carcinogenic. In fact I have been told it will kill you quicker than asbestos! :oo: In days gone by button...
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16th February 2014, 10:15 AM
Thread: Celery Top in Brisbane
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Celery Top in Brisbane
Greetings Woodies,
a few years ago I acquired over 2 cub mtrs of well seasoned CT. I use it frequently in furniture & marine use & have developed quite an affection for it. However I have more than... -
17th May 2013, 03:50 PM
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See You at the Wood Show at Brisbane RNA showgrounds
Greetings Woodeez,
I will be attending the show this weekend on Saturday afternoon. Want to catch up before 2pm or after 3pm? Send me a private message(see heading top of this page) before midday... -
16th May 2013, 10:42 AM
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offer to help
Hi Guys,
sorry about the late offer but wasn't sure if I could attend. Would like the opprtunity to meet some locals & help out. If I'm wanted what are the best travel arrangements from sth wst... -
11th May 2013, 01:14 PM
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Help avail
Greetings Big Stan,
I have some time avail. at the moment & with lots of volunteers offering assistance on the forum stand I thought I could help you. I have experience setting up & dismantling... -
7th May 2013, 11:07 AM
Thread: Finishing Timber on Boats
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finishing
Greetings BBV,
enough choices here to fill an encyclopaedia. I can only offer an opinion from my personal experiences maintaining boats from classic to new superyachts. I assume you want advice... -
7th May 2013, 10:08 AM
Thread: Black ebony veneer or solid wanted
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Thank you
Thanks a lot Dai Sensei, wil give them a try,
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7th May 2013, 10:01 AM
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Humidors
Thank you Steve for your offer. No longer making humidors.
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6th May 2013, 05:45 PM
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30 yrs experience with antiques, classic boats, superyachts & classic car woodcraft
Greetings readers,
being relatively new to Brisbane I would like to expand my current client base. I am living in sth wst Bris. & restoring antiques for some some of Brissies finest private &... -
6th May 2013, 04:54 PM
Thread: Rare classic with intriguing history
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Rare classic with intriguing history
Greetings Boateez,
a few years ago after being involved as a cabinetmaker on the superyacht Cambria II, I had a small(me,myself & I) business on the Gold Coast maintaining boats. My favourite client... -
6th May 2013, 03:23 PM
Thread: Are these all pine?
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pine
Hi Russ, hard to tell from pix but from endgrain pik I would say lower piece is oregon(red), middle radiata(yellow) & top hoop(white). Blueish stain is due to exposure to high moisture & might...
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6th May 2013, 03:01 PM
Thread: Black ebony veneer or solid wanted
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Black ebony veneer or solid wanted
I am restoring an antique table & need a piece of ebony veneer approx 250mm x 120mm. Solid would be o.k. as I can saw it. I am in Brisbane but prepared to pay postage from elsewhere.
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17th August 2010, 09:25 PM
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QLD.Swap Sp. cedar
Hi Bob,
thanks for the info. Since posting this I have come across a good retail supply. I'm moving house this week so everything is on hold till I get my new workshop set up:2tsup:. Looking... -
17th August 2010, 12:28 PM
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QLD.Swap Sp cedar
Hi Robyn,
I usually use 6mm & 9mm but thicker boards r no problem.
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6th August 2010, 06:14 PM
Thread: Help asap plz
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humidor repair
Hi Kiwi,
these humidors r usually mass produced in China. Try to find an automotive or marine repair/paint supplier & buy a sheet of 2000 wet & dry sandpaper. Carefully wet sand the glued area & dry... -
4th August 2010, 04:45 PM
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QLD.Swap wanted Spanish Cedar have Celery Top Pine
Greetings all,
I'm seeking spanish cedar - cedrela odorata - any quantity. I have good stocks of well seasoned celery top - various sizes some long lengths up to 5mtrs. Prefer person to person deal...