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AWTEX update.

I am sure you all have an inkling about the amount of work required to put on such an event, but I am certain that with the exception of a few, the reality of the work and dedication...

The annual exhibition is again being held at Kingston City Hall, Moorabbin VIC, and we look forward to see as many woodies as possible.
This year's exhibition has again attracted a record number of...

The AustralianWoodturning exhibition (AWTEX) was started in the 1980s and is now the premierwoodturning event in the country that brings together the best woodturning andwood turners in Australia....

No late change, just the opportunity for any late entries to be included

Please note that the deadline for entry forms to this exhibition is to reach us by Monday 23rd May.

Please visit the website for entry forms

regards

Soren

The Australian Woodturning Exhibition is a competition for all levels of turners from students (under 18s), novice, intermediate to master turners.
It provides every turner the opportunity to raise...

The 2016 Australian Woodturning Exhibition will be held from Friday 17th June through to Sunday 19th June.
Entries close on Monday 23rd May, and exhibits to reach the venue on Tuesday 14th June,...

Now that the exhibition for this year is over, the committee is having a 4 week break from affairs.
The webmaster has gone on a well earned break overseas, but promised to continue to update either...

One of the possibly changes to the rules for 2016, 'could' be something along the lines, that items previously having won 'places' (first, second or third) may be the only ones excluded from judging,...

As far as I am aware, and I stand corrected, if my belief is incorrect, years ago the rules stated or inferred that the exhibition piece must have been turned within the last 12 months. This was /...

Results look good, and I hope your communication with H&F will fix your speed issues

Tony

Let us all see some more results from the new toy

Soren

We have already had a lot of entries, but not all categories are yet fully represented within each class.
Think what you have already available or could complete and present before the collection...

Don't forget to get your entries in for the Australian Woodturning Exhibition. Get your entries in to partake in this premier event, and be in the running for the substantial prices being offered....

Good to read your test results, and I bet you will be very happy with your new toy

regards

Only 5 months until your entires need to be submitted, so let us all see if we can exceed prior year's entry numbers.

Just a quick FYI

Preparations for the 2015 Australian Woodturning Exhibition is again in full swing, however due to clashing dates with the Whitehorse theatre group, the exhibition has been moved...

Tony

I believe the full set of results will be posted on the AWTEX website very shortly (within the next 24 hours)
http://www.theaustralianwoodturningexhibition.net

regards

Soren

that sounds too familiar, I am still trying to finish the piece I intended entering 2 years ago LOL and I am very close to the venue

Do as David Shing does, "- start now !!" :roll: This is what he tells us all after every show !!

regards

Soren

Peter, thanks for posting these pictures, albeit just a very small selection of items.
It is hoped that the DVD of the exhibition will be available in August.

regards

Soren

GJ
I must have been having a "senior moment".
Friday 15th - Sunday 17th of June is the Australian Woodturning Exhibition in Nunawading, and I'll be sitting behind the cashier's desk for the 3 days...

GJ
If there is room, count me in as well, for either day you decide on

That is also how I have overcome the issues, but at (at the time) of anything up to $25 per kit, I would expect more. Obviously I can not afford to buy my kits directly from "Diacom", as they have a...

Amos

I've had that happen too more than once unfortunately, and the only kits I use are the Black Titanium / Titanium Gold kits, usually out of the USA, supposedly due to the quality of the kit. ...

Ernie is a top guy to deal with, always communicates and ships promptly, and as far as I am concerned, comes with the highest recommendations. :2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:

I have been finishing pens in CA due to longevity of finish.

I originally started with Shellawax, but found the finish wearing off, and the pens returning to very mat wood.

Following several...

Many thanks Les :2tsup:
Very greatful for this information.

Thanks Peter, I knew someone of our vintage would know what I was after
:roll:

Many years ago, I used this product in Europe as a pin / tack board.
I would really like to find something like this in AU, but no amount of search has uncovered anything outside the US (blueridge...

Did I start something?:rolleyes:

Looks good :2tsup:

only supposedly for the peace and quiet of a brushless motor :D

Yes, I did check out come spindle motors along the lines of :
SKF Linear Motion United Kingdom
But I am sure that they are out of the "hobby" price range :roll:, and I doubt they would be very...

Skew
It does not matter what timber you get, as long as you 'share':2tsup:

Basically from the above, I gather that a portable router using an induction motor, is not now, nor probably ever will be available.
I appreciate your detailed response, and certainly puts paid to...

A search has not assisted, so here goes:

(stupid question number 1)

Are there any hand held (portable) routers / trimmers / spindles that use induction motors?
If table mounted, then I know...

I am with Fred on the above comments.

The 1624 has a swivel head, which you may or may not need, but is nice to have.
The WL46 has "infinite" electronic speed control, longer bed and IMHO,...

Thanks, these look pretty good, have sent the link to the buyer :2tsup:

Well the suggestion from teh CarbaTec guy was "Kill the Swan supporter as we do not have any red and white blanks" -- I must add, that the guy at CarbaTec is a personal friend of many years, so no...

Those Coconut Ice look promising, if CarbaTec do not have anything of interest

many thanks for your replies :2tsup:

Off to CarbaTec tomorrow ;) - thanks :2tsup:

In the words of Monte Python's Life of Brian:

" You lucky, lucky B@#tard"

I wish I could even get close to a haul like that :2tsup:

Great score, and now let us all see you turn these into...

Is there anyone out there willing to advise where I might be able to pick up a couple of 20 * 20 * 130mm brillian red and white swirling acrylic pen blanks.

I have been asked to make a Sierra...

A local retired friend on a limited and unstretchable budget, is looking to upgrade from an MC900 to the H&F WL-38, giving a more powerfull motor and larger turning capacity.
A quick search of the...

Fred

You have done a magnificent job there.:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:

Soren

after such a great day (albeit without ripple cake), I now find that I again have to email Jim for yet more supplies (Tormek stuff) :rolleyes:. These "get-togethers' always seem to involve subsequent...

9th and elevents is "Farnk"

5th Picture is "Big Shed"

come Hell or High Water, I'll be there

I followed the same train of thought, and contacted Carrols, who advise that they can get these "cones".
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