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    I love the sheoak and the olive wood. They look...

    I love the sheoak and the olive wood. They look spectacular. Where does one find olive wood in Australia? Apart from getting it from Ian I mean.
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    I watched that video a couple of years ago but...

    I watched that video a couple of years ago but after working on one, I think I'm ready to have another look. Cheers Rob.
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    Hi Huon. Looks like its lucky it has the steel...

    Hi Huon. Looks like its lucky it has the steel bands to keep it together. It's interesting to see the differences between styles. I'd guess that yours is a home made version. I don't know what...
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    Cheers Rob. I thought you might answer my...

    Cheers Rob. I thought you might answer my question. I'll give GB Antiques a call. Thank you for your generous offer. I'll try GB first.

    Lyndon
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    I've finished with the restoration. I'm pretty...

    I've finished with the restoration. I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. The only thing I have left is to find a new key for the old lock, if that is possible. I've had a look around and found...
  6. Thread: Laminated Mallet

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    What a beauty! It looks like a sceptre made for a...

    What a beauty! It looks like a sceptre made for a King of Woodworking.
    If that was mine it'd be going "straight to the pool room". :2tsup:
  7. Your fishtail chisel is a great end for a tired...

    Your fishtail chisel is a great end for a tired old bench chisel. Nice work. :2tsup:
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    I would also try unplugging it then removing the...

    I would also try unplugging it then removing the throat plate and try pulling the blade up as you wind the blade up.
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    SOLD: If I were in Sydney I'd jump on that.

    If I were in Sydney I'd jump on that.
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    Yes you're right Rob. The carcase is dovetailed....

    Yes you're right Rob. The carcase is dovetailed. I was thinking more of the drawers when I said not. Sorry.
    I didn't realise that reviving a finish was possible. The only finish I've ever used...
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    I've just had a look online for CQR Toolchest's...

    I've just had a look online for CQR Toolchest's (as that's what is on the label and handles). Now I'm more confused. Maybe I got the apprentice project bit wrong as she showed my a a few things her...
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    Hi Rob, Thanks for your detailed replies. I...

    Hi Rob,

    Thanks for your detailed replies. I don't think it has any shellac though I'm not certain as I've never used it. I thought it was just stained with no other finish. Can you tell by looking...
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    Staining a small antique tool chest

    I was recently given an small tool chest which was made some time between World Wars as an apprentice project. I'm in the process of restoring it and want to approximate the stain as close as...
  14. Thread: Desk for Grandson

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    I'd love to have got a hand made desk from my...

    I'd love to have got a hand made desk from my grandfather. Fantastic. It looks great.
  15. Thread: Jacaranda

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    The figure looks like a whale tail to me. Lovely.

    The figure looks like a whale tail to me. Lovely.
  16. Thread: Kitchen cabinet

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    I really like your shelf holder idea too. I've...

    I really like your shelf holder idea too. I've never seen one like that. Nice work.
  17. Thread: Desk for Grandson

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    Thanks for the explanation John. I'll give it a...

    Thanks for the explanation John. I'll give it a try with some furniture at home. Cheers.
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    I don't mind sanding either. It's mindless work...

    I don't mind sanding either. It's mindless work for the most part. You can think on other things.
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    So John. How DO you measure the deflection in...

    So John. How DO you measure the deflection in furniture? That sounds like an interesting and useful conversation. Is it just taking two measurements with and without load from the centre of the desk...
  20. Thread: Flame Box

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    That's Ruddy good!

    That's Ruddy good!
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    Sticky: Softly

    Softly
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    Sticky: Winding stick

    Winding stick
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    Oh. I just saw the age of the original thread. Are they still available?
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    Sticky: Buster Keaton

    Buster Keaton
  25. SOLD: I'll take them! Edited "ALL" It'll be a...

    I'll take them!

    Edited "ALL"

    It'll be a happy new year for a couple of saws waiting for some love in my workshop.
  26. Damn nice work Paul. It certainly helps to have...

    Damn nice work Paul. It certainly helps to have the right tool for the job, eh? Nice workshop too.
    I'd never heard of olive ash. I want some though. :2tsup:
  27. Hi Barry, Can you give us some more info? What...

    Hi Barry,

    Can you give us some more info? What is a C12 kit? Thanks.
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    Thanks DJ. That sounds like a good idea.

    Thanks DJ. That sounds like a good idea.
  29. Taylor Toolworks in the USA has a good coping saw...

    Taylor Toolworks in the USA has a good coping saw kit. I've made one.
    Here's the link. :2tsup:
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    The bearings are not an easy fit. They required a...

    The bearings are not an easy fit. They required a bit of force to get them seated (in the housing). I made sure I bought the same bearings as were in the gearbox before. They are all quality Nachi...
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    I have a problem with the gearbox. When putting...

    I have a problem with the gearbox. When putting it back together, I cracked the back screwing the lid on. It was really hard to do and I had to use a lot of force. I bought another gearbox and...
  32. Thread: Rip Off or What?

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    How does $99 grab you? I assume this is the right...

    How does $99 grab you? I assume this is the right part. I found it on Google.

    Audel Tools in Dandenong, Victoria.
  33. Thread: JET Contractor Saw

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    DONE: Hey. That worked out well. You were just after a...

    Hey. That worked out well. You were just after a table saw and up pops a good one for free! Nice. You're on your way.
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    A nice Cheeseboard. I also have a Carpenter...

    A nice Cheeseboard. I also have a Carpenter Smurf. :rolleyes:
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    Ah. Great. I had a look in your previous posts...

    Ah. Great. I had a look in your previous posts but didn't find it. Cheers. I'll have a look. :2tsup:
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    Cklett, You can't just show us a photo of your...

    Cklett,

    You can't just show us a photo of your home made shooting plane in post #25 and not give us an explanatory post. How about starting another thread about it? It looks great. Please show and...
  37. HEADS UP I'll be there at 9am. Their show a couple of...

    I'll be there at 9am. Their show a couple of weeks ago at the Brighton Town Hall was good.
  38. Thread: "art deco"

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    My goodness. That's magnificent!

    My goodness. That's magnificent!
  39. Thread: Ace Mortsier

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    SOLD: That's a magnificent machine. I cant believe...

    That's a magnificent machine. I cant believe nobody has grabbed it yet.
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    There will, sadly, be no more planes from Gerd...

    There will, sadly, be no more planes from Gerd Fritsche. He passed away in September 2022. :(
  41. Thread: Woodworking Screws

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    You could also look at two of our sponsors...

    You could also look at two of our sponsors websites. I've bought from both sites and been happy with their products.

    Scrooz
    Screw it Screws
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    They look great. The meranti is much nicer than a...

    They look great. The meranti is much nicer than a plastic or metal one.

    I have a Makita job site saw too. The insert is on its last legs. I'll have to have a go at it as well.
  43. Thread: GMF 8” grinder

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    SOLD: That's a beautiful machine. I'd jump on that if I...

    That's a beautiful machine. I'd jump on that if I was in Sydney.
  44. Thread: Slow to open

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    I'm finding that's happening all over the net...

    I'm finding that's happening all over the net lately. The big boys don't like us hiding behind VPN's. It interfere's with their data gathering. They're trying to dissuade us with annoyance.
  45. Bandsaw Blades

    Hi Mat,

    On the subject of bandsaw blades, you might try the Wood Slicer resaw bandsaw blades from Highland Woodworking in the USA. You can order a custom length and they are great for resawing. I...
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    WANTED:QLD. I'd like one too but I gag at the price.

    I'd like one too but I gag at the price.
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    You could also check out Thomas Johnson Antique...

    You could also check out Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration channel on YouTube. He does great work. I've spent hours watching his restorations. You'll pick up some very helpful hints.
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    Thanks Greg. I'm new to the mechanical stuff....

    Thanks Greg. I'm new to the mechanical stuff. Obviously! :rolleyes: I assume I'd have to use a synthetic oil if I'm using a synthetic grease.
    What dry spray do you use, and how often? Questions,...
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    I haven't bought the grease yet. I just wanted...

    I haven't bought the grease yet. I just wanted something smaller. I cleaned the chains in some old petrol that I can't use in an engine. I'm really enjoying restoring the machine.
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    Thanks for the recommendation Treecycle. I've...

    Thanks for the recommendation Treecycle. I've already taken them off and cleaned them (and everything else too). I was wondering if I could use something like this "AMSOIL GPOR1CR Synthetic Polymeric...
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