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20th November 2021, 07:55 AM
Thread: Christmas 2021 prize draw # 133
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3rd March 2021, 05:30 PM
Thread: Wood turning tools
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QUEENSLAND Phone number would be better as I live in...
Phone number would be better as I live in Mooloolaba.
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3rd March 2021, 04:40 PM
Thread: Wood turning tools
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QUEENSLAND I will take these please. PM me your collect...
I will take these please.
PM me your collect address and I will pay and collect.
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25th October 2020, 05:50 PM
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12th August 2020, 05:54 PM
Thread: September - PRIZE DRAW - #128
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20th April 2020, 12:07 PM
Thread: May 2020 - PRIZE DRAW - # 127
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2nd January 2020, 05:48 PM
Thread: Happy New Year
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Thanks Sam. May you have a great year - and...
Thanks Sam. May you have a great year - and congratulations on your wonderful work in pens for the troops.
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2nd November 2018, 10:53 AM
Thread: November Prize Draw - # 126
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27th August 2018, 05:23 PM
Thread: September Prize Draw # 125
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29th June 2018, 10:49 AM
Thread: JULY/AUGUST 2018 - Prize Draw # 124
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30th April 2018, 05:28 PM
Thread: April/May 2018 - PRIZE DRAW # 123
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14th March 2018, 12:39 PM
Thread: MARCH/APRIL2018 - Prize Draw # 122
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4th May 2017, 06:17 PM
Thread: finish newbie
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Serg, I can't imagine what has caused this...
Serg, I can't imagine what has caused this problem. I have used this mix for years without any trouble. Maybe scraping off the problem coat with a cardscraper, sand lightly ad then apply a newly...
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21st March 2017, 04:48 PM
Thread: finish newbie
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I finished my entertainment unit with Malouf's...
I finished my entertainment unit with Malouf's mix. (Google Sam Malouf for info on his work.) Great advantages of his method are :-ease of application; the finished surface can be governed by the...
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21st February 2017, 06:35 PM
Thread: CA Finish Help/Advice
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ca finishing
Sometimes a 'flat' spot appeared after running through the grits, which is a buggar. My solution is to apply a couple of coats of shellac before starting to apply ca. Seems to work every time.
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12th February 2017, 03:38 PM
Thread: New Tool plan - Thin parting tool
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1/16 x 3/8 x 6'' is what I use. Cost $10. Never...
1/16 x 3/8 x 6'' is what I use. Cost $10. Never tried a parting tool 1 1/4'' on the flat side. Never will either.
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12th February 2017, 08:36 AM
Thread: New Tool plan - Thin parting tool
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Bought my thin HSS blank from McJings. Next day...
Bought my thin HSS blank from McJings. Next day delivery. Have been using it for years.
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11th September 2016, 11:15 PM
Thread: This weekend's timber haul
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Well done Bob - looks enough for a week or 2 of...
Well done Bob - looks enough for a week or 2 of fun.
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4th June 2016, 06:33 PM
Thread: Fed up with Carbatec.
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Have bought a number of toys from Carbetic. Had a...
Have bought a number of toys from Carbetic. Had a problem with a Woodfast lathe and the service was excellent. I'm only an hour from Brisbane so that's a plus when service is needed. Their small...
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4th April 2016, 04:42 PM
Thread: Adirondack Chair Timber
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Black wattle with some silver ash contrasts may...
Black wattle with some silver ash contrasts may be OK.
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4th April 2016, 04:36 PM
Thread: Beginners Bungles
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Well saved Amos. It seems that Timberbits has the...
Well saved Amos. It seems that Timberbits has the M3 blanks in stock.
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21st August 2015, 08:04 PM
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A,B Grade plywood
Suggest you contact Sharp Plywood,Dual Ave., Warana.
I have n business interest in this firm but have used their product frequently.
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17th August 2015, 06:40 PM
Thread: Inquiry about CA
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Enquiry about ca.
Gary Pye sells Thin and gap filling medium ca in 8 oz containers. Both these give good results on pens but lately I use the medium thickness more often. Be patient and allow each application to dry...
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21st May 2015, 08:45 AM
Thread: Can't enlarge Market Place Photos
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Can't enlarge photos in Market Place
Thanks Neil,
The page that comes up after clicking on thumbnails is really an opaque grey, through which the original view can be seen.
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20th May 2015, 09:24 AM
Thread: Can't enlarge Market Place Photos
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Can't enlagre market place photos
Thanks Fred,
I'm not good with computers.
Can't enlarge any photos.
Using windows 7 with Internet Explorer.
Regards,
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20th May 2015, 08:42 AM
Thread: Can't enlarge Market Place Photos
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Can't enlarge Market Place Photos
When I try to enlarge Market Place Photos, a black page appears. Please advise what I'm doing incorrectly.
Thank you,
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18th November 2014, 06:33 PM
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By setting table saw to just over half the depth...
By setting table saw to just over half the depth required and VERY carefully setting fence to exactly half the width, make a cut the length of the board. Keeping the same side to the fence, end for...
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18th November 2014, 06:04 PM
Thread: Names Applied to Turned Pens
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Names applied to turned pens
Using decals is one method. Need to select blanks which allow contrasting print. Works OK for me.
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18th April 2014, 10:59 AM
Thread: Pen Press Options
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Pen press pptions
Drill Press does a fine job. I turned a 30mm round (about 40mm long) and then turned one end to about 15mm to fit the chuck.
Pretty cheap as well.
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15th April 2014, 10:48 PM
Thread: RACAL POWERED DUST MASK
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Racal Dust Mask
Sorry the link did not work. I have NO computer ability at all. Airwave have continued to support Racal Respirators since Racal were sold to 3M.
Good luck.
Regards,
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15th April 2014, 08:39 PM
Thread: RACAL POWERED DUST MASK
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Racal powered Dust Mask
I have been able to source all products for my Racal from Airwave America :-
www.AirwaveAmerica.com Email :- [email protected]
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5th July 2013, 11:28 PM
Thread: stanley/bailey plane
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Stanley Planes
You should be able to find a No. 5 for that price Colin. Keep an eye on Ebay and markets in your area. I found a 5 1/2 in a market for $60, which has become an excellent user after a bit of work and...
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5th July 2013, 06:30 PM
Thread: stanley/bailey plane
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Stanley Planes
Sounds like Tool Exchange - has a good website and very extensive stock.
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12th February 2013, 10:37 PM
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Skew Chisel
Skew arrived today. Probably much too good for my moderate skill level. Will fit a silver ash handle.
Thanks to all concerned.
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31st January 2013, 03:14 PM
Thread: Bolt Action pen kits
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Bolt action pens
I bought mine from The Sandpaperman. Excellent service as we receive from all nvendors advertising on this forum.
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29th December 2012, 06:02 PM
Thread: One more for the year
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Bandsawn boxes
Thank you to Humphrey & DJ. Already I see the photos.
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29th December 2012, 10:13 AM
Thread: One more for the year
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Bandsawn boxes
I have tried to view these photos. I was logged in but "you are not authorized to .....", appeared. This happens regularly and has spoilt my forum experience. Don't know how else to broach this...
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18th August 2012, 12:12 PM
Thread: Drlling Blanks
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G'day Skewturn, All my pen blanks are drilled...
G'day Skewturn,
All my pen blanks are drilled using a Jacob's chuck in the lathe. Irregular blanks are fairly easy to center by eye.
Regards,
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20th June 2012, 06:14 PM
Thread: M2 HSS Turning Chisel Batch Order
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This really has become quite laughable. I do hope...
This really has become quite laughable. I do hope the errant skew beats the grim reaper.
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25th May 2012, 04:37 PM
Thread: M2 HSS Turning Chisel Batch Order
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Reply to Skew enquiry would be nice. Regards,...
Reply to Skew enquiry would be nice.
Regards,
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23rd May 2012, 06:03 PM
Thread: M2 HSS Turning Chisel Batch Order
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Just wondering when the skew might arrive. Bruce...
Just wondering when the skew might arrive.
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9th February 2012, 04:32 PM
Thread: Who has used a Sam Malouf mixture?
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Having used the Maloof mix (with great...
Having used the Maloof mix (with great satisfaction) I would suggest the following ;-
Mix only the amount needed so as to be using a 'fresh' mix.
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13th October 2011, 10:43 AM
Thread: Get even more from your router
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Interested in buying Super Jig. PM sent. Bruce
Interested in buying Super Jig. PM sent.
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28th August 2011, 11:57 PM
Thread: Deep Red timber burl
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Red Morrell burl may be useful. Vasticola burl is...
Red Morrell burl may be useful. Vasticola burl is also a dark red. Both make lovely pens.
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19th August 2011, 12:39 PM
Thread: What do we do with our finished pens?
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I usually have 20 - 30 pens made which I give to...
I usually have 20 - 30 pens made which I give to friends and rellies. Would rather give away a nice EB (usually dressed in burl) than have some lovely chap offer $10 for it. Would have difficulty...
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12th July 2011, 03:41 PM
Thread: Roughing gouge & Tiny tool rest
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Could have an awkward moment if it jumped out og...
Could have an awkward moment if it jumped out og the chuck.
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23rd May 2011, 03:26 PM
Thread: Too small?
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Reminds me of the problem I always have with...
Reminds me of the problem I always have with Dayacom Americana pens. Hole bored with 11/32 inch bit, and it is always too small. Much use of rat tailed file and bad language. Might try EB size...
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23rd May 2011, 03:03 PM
Thread: 2011 T&WWW Show - The Washup and Photos
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Back from the show and had a great time - bought...
Back from the show and had a great time - bought some things and did a lot of walking. Really enjoyed the Forum Lounge and the coffee. Many thanks to Wendy and the other kind souls who made that...
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5th May 2011, 01:01 PM
Thread: forum mugs- the orders list
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Still need details of your bank account and...
Still need details of your bank account and postage costs.Thank you,
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15th April 2011, 10:33 AM
Thread: You Cant Trust A Pollie
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Guidelines re stealing probably a little unclear....
Guidelines re stealing probably a little unclear.
Bruce