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Hey all,

Been away from the forums for about 9 months now. Been mad crazy lately, with the birth of our first child and not woodworking for a considerable length of time! I was back in the...

Box #7 looks the goods Jeff, I like it :2tsup: Keep up the good work

Hi Ken,

I actually have two sets of 'cheap' tools. One that came with the second hand lathe I bought - it's got a price tag on it from the 90's of $19.95. they are rubbish tools and I don't use...

Hi Calm,

I think you are getting stuck into me for no reason when I'm just having a discussion mate :?



I'm not sure when I said that, but in post #18 I said I use all 6 regularly.

It sounds like everyone has heaps of cash to throw around :U That is fine, but a lot of blokes don't.....especially when they haven't even started a hobby and don't know what it's like and whether...

Yeah that is fair enough for REAL cheap sets. but if you have read my posts, the set I am talking about and is a good introductory set is HSS and holds an edge well.

I agree with carbon steel...

Thanks Ian :) Yeah the little one is due 6th of September, so we're trying to save cash as we're going to a single income household. Good luck with yours mate :2tsup:

Helmut, count me out unfortunately. Just had a chat with SWMBO and the upcoming baby is more of a priority financially :o Maybe next time if there is ever more orders.

Bugger bugger bugger....I...

Hi Helmut,

I'm interesting in a set of chisels. Are you able to tentatively put me down for a set? Got a couple of questions mate:

- is it postage to anywhere in Aus?
- I would like to turn my...

What is the definition of a true bowl gouge then? I would say it's a gouge that enables you to shape a bowl :) I might be just a newbie, but if I can turn a bowl use the 'bowl gouge' that is in those...

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She Who Must Be Obeyed :2tsup:

From what I understand, I thought a fixing carpenter was a chippie who only did like fit outs and stuff like that - hanging doors, architraves, skirtings, etc. They don't stand trusses, erect wall...

Wood movement issues aside, the finished project looks great and I think you have done well chubs :2tsup:

If i was to have a guess, it would be supergame :;

Yes the sharpening factor is another good point. I'd hate to buy a $90 tool as a beginner and start muffing it up all over the place cause I can't sharpen! haha. I'd feel terrible and get down about...

I'm curious on opinions of buying cheap tools when you are a total beginner. The thread was started by someone who hadn't done any turning at all. From my point of view, I don't see much use in out...

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That is an excellent finish there and some real nice pieces - i especially like the Olive wood as well. The third bowl with that spectacular grain is the way to go :2tsup:

Nice stand there Harry, pens are excellent too :2tsup:

Kerry, hold ctrl on your keyboard and use your mouse wheel to zoom in and out. Alternatively you can click the zoom icon which is a magnifying glass and then clicking with your mouse near your box...

Thanks for the replies Harry & Graham, much appreciated.

Yes I am lucky to have a job full stop as there are plenty of people who don't. It's something I'll have to continually work on I think to...

This is just an absolutely beautiful piece of craftsmanship Derek!! I love that plane, it looks so wicked :2tsup: Keep up the good work mate :U

Now who says that looking at a thread like this with...

You are a generous man Lignum - i'll prepare my list, just in case you win in future draws :2tsup: :2tsup: haha

Has anyone in Queensland taken up the QLD Government's offer for Climate Smart Home Service? We decided to give it a shot and the installer came last weekend (on Sunday of all days!) to put it all...

I'll definitely agree with a lot of other comments already about buying quality tools. I know it is tempting to buy more tools for your budget with a cheaper price per tool, but you will almost for...

Ahhhh, so you're the other anonymous winner of the $106 million lotto :U

That's a nice block Burnsy, different to the norm. I like it :2tsup:

Cheers,

Will

Hey all,

Before anyone comments, yes I am 25 and haven't been working for as long as most of the other members of the board, but that's the very reason for this thread :) Just looking for some...

hey what are you doing at tafe NZ?

Cheers,

Will

Lovely work there nz_carver, I especially like the little side table :2tsup: Keep it up mate!

Cheers,

Will

Hi Robert, welcome to the forum mate - it is a great place to chill out and learn plenty about woodworking from so many experience people.

I've just started woodturning myself and I find it very...

That sounds like a nice place there Alex!

Where to start with my dream workshop....hmmm....well I think it'd be something that would evolve in my mind over time as I delve deeper into woodworking....

What height is that table off the floor Lignum?

Nice work TL :2tsup: Ah another thing i need to have a go of one day...

Cheers,

Will

Congratulations Denim :2tsup: Fantastic stuff. My first one is due in 9 weeks and the countdown is on :U

Cheers,

Will

I'll have to check whether they have them in the bunnies up here - always good to have some of these around in my opinion for others mainly...and i'm plumb out :) Thanks Underfoot

Cheers,

Will

That's a beautiful looking table Lignum. I love the colours in that slab :2tsup: I bet you had fun moving that 150kg slab around!

Cheers,

Will

I know all you pros have it down, but for a relative amateur like me, sharpening and hand plane techniques would be great - that is if I was going :)

Cheers,

Will

Yes there are some good fish and chip shops up here Jill - I do like that Blue Marlin one, it's just down the road from me :2tsup:

Cheers,

Will

Looking good there Jeff :2tsup: However I do like that little red box heaps, very very nice IMO :U

Cheers,

Will

Love the contrast between the timbers mate :2tsup:

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Hi Rustydog - bowl looks good mate! Has the green wattle warped at all as it's been drying out? I've just got into bowl turning myself and find it quite a rewarding process taking a fresh piece of...