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19th September 2021, 07:51 PM
Thread: Blackbutt tool handles
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Blackbutt tool handles
Hi all.
I need to make a couple of hatchet handles.. spotted gum would be my choice, but i have been given a large piece of blackbutt.. has anyone used this timber for tool handles ?
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7th September 2021, 11:54 AM
Thread: Carter plane parts
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WANTED:QLD. I have the same fence... not sure of origin.. how...
I have the same fence... not sure of origin.. how much for the blades ?
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3rd September 2021, 11:22 AM
Thread: Carter plane threads
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Carter plane threads
Hi all.
Doing up a very shoddy Carter #5 plane. Does anyone know for sure what threads were used ?..The lever cap screw is 1/4 UNF, but the tote screw and the front handle screw appear to be 1/4... -
3rd September 2021, 08:11 AM
Thread: Carter plane parts
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WANTED:QLD. Carter plane parts
Looking for some blades and a fence for a Carter 54 plow plane.
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23rd August 2021, 12:03 PM
Thread: Utility chisels
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This is one that I have had for a while.. no...
This is one that I have had for a while.. no branding.. the idea of a washer to form the bolster may be attributed to a Brisbane maker, although his was a lot sturdier.
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22nd August 2021, 04:27 PM
Thread: Utility chisels
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thanks... i have another similar chisel that i...
thanks... i have another similar chisel that i will get a pic of later
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21st August 2021, 03:21 PM
Thread: Utility chisels
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Utility chisels
Who is the authority on Titan chisels ?... apparently made by them as a budget line.
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4th August 2021, 01:09 PM
Thread: best diamond plate
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best diamond plate
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15th October 2020, 02:49 PM
Thread: What planes to keep
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Thanks Ian and Graeme.. It was the Falcon that...
Thanks Ian and Graeme..
It was the Falcon that had a warped frog.. apparently due to the diecast material they were made from, but it has been fixed now...and as the Stanley has the same frog, it... -
14th October 2020, 12:42 PM
Thread: What planes to keep
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What planes to keep
Hi all.
Sorting out the shed and was surprised at the amount of planes I've picked up over the years.. seeing that I never used any of them.
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21st June 2020, 08:58 AM
Thread: Makita grinder accessories
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WANTED:QLD. Makita grinder accessories
Looking for the planer blade holder set and tool rest for a Makita Bench Grinder 9300
these are the two items in the lower part of the pic
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15th June 2020, 11:42 AM
Thread: TCT sharpening
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TCT sharpening
Hi... I want to start and sharpen my tungsten carbide tipped circ saw blades..I have a 5 inch bench grinder set up for the purpose..has anyone had any experiences with cheap chinese wheels that are...
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3rd June 2020, 07:33 PM
Thread: Vintage Black and Decker circ saw
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Vintage Black and Decker circ saw
Hi all.
Started to rebuild my c-1962 B&D 6 1/2 inch Utility Saw.. model no-430.. just like the one pictured..mine is missing the guard retracting handle and I want to make a replica.
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2nd May 2020, 12:00 PM
Thread: vintage case corners
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vintage case corners
Hi.
Doing up some old sewing machine bases and I want to replace the metal corners.. these are 1960's vintage and approx 30 mm x 30mm
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30th April 2020, 11:55 AM
Thread: Orbital sander pads
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Orbital sander pads
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I want to replace the pads on two of my sanders..the replacement pads are avail in the US, price is prohibitive.
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22nd November 2019, 02:50 PM
Thread: Cox's Patent Auger Bit,
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Hi Guys.. here are some odd bods... the one on...
Hi Guys.. here are some odd bods... the one on the left is a Ridgeway, on the right is a Mathieson.. both have double threads.. Neither have any reference to a patent..
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14th October 2019, 08:21 PM
Thread: lubricating sweep handles
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Bit reluctant to apply WD40 to any sort of wood.....
Bit reluctant to apply WD40 to any sort of wood.. Mineral Turps should be OK... will try that option soon.
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5th October 2019, 08:04 PM
Thread: What is beech?
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He He... exactly as I would have described it......
He He... exactly as I would have described it... why ppl would want to live near such a thing is beyond me !!
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5th October 2019, 08:00 PM
Thread: English (Euro) Beech
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WANTED:QLD. English (Euro) Beech
25 - 30 mm thick, 150 mm + wide.. for saw handles..etc
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4th October 2019, 05:10 PM
Thread: Stanley No-105..Powerbore bits
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WANTED:QLD. Stanley No-105..Powerbore bits
Looking for two powerbore bits in 3/8 and 1/2 inch sizes.
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1st October 2019, 04:56 PM
Thread: lubricating sweep handles
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lubricating sweep handles
Hi all.
I have a couple of braces that have either squeaky or seized grips.. the latter has been over lubed by the previous owner, so I assume some has solidified under the wood.
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28th September 2019, 04:21 PM
Thread: Repairing cracks in saw handles..etc
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Repairing cracks in saw handles..etc
Have been giving my user tools the once over and noticed cracks in several of my handles.. on the S&J tenon saw, the cracks are repeated on the opposite side.
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24th September 2019, 12:54 PM
Thread: Brace Fanatics
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Yes Geoff... chuck is 8 sided...also the gear is...
Yes Geoff... chuck is 8 sided...also the gear is held on with a roll pin..hopefully our UK readers can enlighten us about Master Brand.
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16th September 2019, 02:09 PM
Thread: Brace Fanatics
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Hi all. Picked up a couple of braces...
Hi all.
Picked up a couple of braces recently..the first is an 8in brace that I thought was a Skinner with the pot metal selector.. after a clean it turned out to be a Master Brand !...should clean... -
14th September 2019, 09:20 AM
Thread: Portalign ... who has one ?
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Portalign ... who has one ?
Hi.
Picked up one of these recently minus the arms/rods...I have a length of steel, I just need to know how long they are..
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11th September 2019, 02:18 PM
Thread: Thumbscrews for Spofford braces
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Thumbscrews for Spofford braces
Hi.
I have three spofford style braces that are missing their clamping screws.. has anyone tried making these ?
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10th September 2019, 11:48 AM
Thread: unusual brace
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Geoff. A belated Happy Biirthday.. In regards to...
Geoff.
A belated Happy Biirthday.. In regards to the pad..the sleeve is a piece of brass shim I fitted to take out a little of the wobble near it's mouth.
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6th September 2019, 01:29 PM
Thread: unusual brace
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unusual brace
Hi.. don't think I have showed this before.. 10 inch brace.
threads are metric, so I am guessing European made.. no markings !
note the slot !
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3rd September 2019, 02:05 PM
Thread: Star M bits
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Star M bits
I love these japanese auger bits, but i amazed how many are found that have had the 3 fluted shank section cut off !!... I also come across those that have 4 flutes milled into the end...the reason...
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3rd September 2019, 01:58 PM
Thread: Brace bits
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more brace bits
This thread has inspired me to sort through mine.. I have been trying to put together a set of centre bits of the newer pattern (with the screw tip) but keep finding these older pattern.. see pic
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8th August 2018, 07:26 PM
Thread: Small Whit screws
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Small Whit screws
Hi..
Had this on the Metalwork forum, so I am asking around..
I am looking for 3/32 Whit slotted steel machine screws in either round head or cheese..
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18th June 2018, 12:28 PM
Thread: Skil 297 collet
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Skil 297 collet
Hi.. not sure i i have posted this on here before.. the cone collet on my Skil router has been snapped by over tightening on too smaller shaft ..(not me)
Having trouble locating one... so was... -
12th June 2018, 01:06 PM
Thread: Pioneer thicknesser
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Pioneer thicknesser
A while back I bought a 6" Pioneer (Australian made ?) planer/thicknesser... cannot find any info on the company..any help appreciated.
Its in pieces awaiting a base and resto, so pics are a bit...