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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 ?
    Ken.
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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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    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...
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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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    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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    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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    Utility chisels

    Who is the authority on Titan chisels ?... apparently made by them as a budget line.
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    best diamond plate

    hi.

    I want to sharpen my router bits.. what is the best for price diamond plates avail in Oz ?
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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...
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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.
    All require either parts or a full resto.. most have...
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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
    Ken
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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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    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.
    If anyone has...
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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
    Does anyone know where I may find some ?
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    Orbital sander pads

    Hi.
    I want to replace the pads on two of my sanders..the replacement pads are avail in the US, price is prohibitive.
    Has anyone sourced the rubber here and made their own ?
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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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    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.
    Ken.
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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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    WANTED:QLD. English (Euro) Beech

    25 - 30 mm thick, 150 mm + wide.. for saw handles..etc
    Ken in Carina.
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    WANTED:QLD. Stanley No-105..Powerbore bits

    Looking for two powerbore bits in 3/8 and 1/2 inch sizes.

    Ken.
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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.
    Ken
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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.
    I would usually wipe some linseed oil...
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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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    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...
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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..
    Ken.461319
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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 ?

    Ken.
  27. 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.
    I must also add that unlike the...
  28. 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 !
    The clamp screw is not original, but if someone has...
  29. 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...
  30. 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
    I...
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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..
    Ken
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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...
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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...
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