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1st September 2016, 05:55 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Maybe Jeff owes you a browse and pick Willy - he...
Maybe Jeff owes you a browse and pick Willy - he won big time!
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18th August 2016, 11:57 AM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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A great big thank you to Willy and all of the...
A great big thank you to Willy and all of the well wishers above. I have sold all of my gear to the chap you mentioned Willy - will be gone on the weekend.
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12th August 2016, 02:44 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Bag limits mean nothing to those of us who aim to...
Bag limits mean nothing to those of us who aim to catch only enough to eat on the day. Can't beat fresh seafood straight out of the ocean and onto the plate with only a brief stop on the bbq if...
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11th August 2016, 07:18 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Thanks Bedford. This is clearly a case of "read...
Thanks Bedford. This is clearly a case of "read the instructions first" But isn't that what Kids and Wives are for?
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11th August 2016, 06:35 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Damn technology! Willy, I have tried to PM you...
Damn technology! Willy, I have tried to PM you twice but my sent box does not say anything has gone. Please ring me 90611360 or email [email protected]
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11th August 2016, 05:55 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Thanks for your comments and encouragement...
Thanks for your comments and encouragement Gentlemen.
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10th August 2016, 05:36 PM
Thread: Can't do it anymore.
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Can't do it anymore.
Haven't been active on the site (or the lathe) for some time due to health issues. Sadly these issues mean I can no longer continue turning:C and that we will be moving to a warmer climate.:U
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27th September 2015, 08:52 PM
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Great first effort. Do you always set the bar...
Great first effort. Do you always set the bar high when you start out in a new field?
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18th September 2015, 06:47 PM
Thread: A Real Irritation
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I have no problem with the site/sponsor ads - I...
I have no problem with the site/sponsor ads - I use them to source supplies. It is a sad state of affairs when I have to use blockers for pirate ads and in the process may lose those approved by our...
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17th September 2015, 05:45 PM
Thread: A Real Irritation
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A Real Irritation
Is it just my computer or is everyone getting big Google ads at the top of each forum, Google adsense ads in the body and other popups at the bottom that say "you might also like".
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18th February 2015, 11:55 AM
Thread: Another Black Locust Burl bowl
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End result certainly worth your effort. I trust...
End result certainly worth your effort. I trust the moron was advised in a clear, succinct manner that his behavior was unacceptable?:2tsup:
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8th February 2015, 06:38 PM
Thread: natural edge bowl
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And very nice too Smife. Have you noticed that...
And very nice too Smife. Have you noticed that you are saying "jeez, what was that wood?" more often as the days rip by? I absolutely need to label w.i.p. but do I? Nup.
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19th January 2015, 04:12 PM
Thread: Turning Tools
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All very useful and sensible comments. BUT! Is...
All very useful and sensible comments. BUT! Is not the over riding issue that of "He who dies with the most toys wins"?
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11th January 2015, 06:24 PM
Thread: silkwood box
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YEP, FROM ME TOO!
YEP, FROM ME TOO!
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14th December 2014, 11:05 AM
Thread: Miniature waddi box
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When I see these lovely little boxes it makes me...
When I see these lovely little boxes it makes me realise how much wood I waste.:doh:
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10th December 2014, 03:52 PM
Thread: One man log lifter
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Excellent! Great for those of us who think we can...
Excellent! Great for those of us who think we can still do now what we did at 21.
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8th December 2014, 11:01 AM
Thread: Now look what I've done
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Very pretty piece!:2tsup:
Very pretty piece!:2tsup:
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7th December 2014, 11:21 AM
Thread: December Draw PART II - No 118
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CLAIMED Okay Neil - to one and all and especially our...
Okay Neil - to one and all and especially our benevolent dictator, a very merry and safe festive season. May you all be attacked by good health and, above all, happiness in the coming year!
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6th December 2014, 11:19 AM
Thread: Another trincket box thing
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Lovely! Interesting design too!:2tsup:
Lovely! Interesting design too!:2tsup:
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21st November 2014, 11:12 AM
Thread: A bitsa
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Yes... I have been trying to convince my dear...
Yes... I have been trying to convince my dear Wife that I NEEEEED another shed to store the overflow. Her answer? "you won't live long enough to turn the wood you have now!"
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17th November 2014, 10:48 AM
Thread: Todays offering
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And very nice too!
And very nice too!
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31st October 2014, 10:40 AM
Thread: Olive rootball hollowform
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Yep, what Paul said! :2tsup::2tsup:
Yep, what Paul said! :2tsup::2tsup:
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28th October 2014, 10:55 AM
Thread: Another Hollow Form
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:2tsup::2tsup: Great job!
:2tsup::2tsup: Great job!
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25th October 2014, 06:43 PM
Thread: Qld Maple Bowl
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:2tsup: And isn't it lovely when the timber has...
:2tsup: And isn't it lovely when the timber has feature you don't expect?
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18th October 2014, 04:47 PM
Thread: No Catch Bowl Turning
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:2tsup::2tsup: Very clear and easily understood....
:2tsup::2tsup: Very clear and easily understood. Great tutorial!
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13th October 2014, 02:20 PM
Thread: Apricot Bowl
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Very nice! Lovely wood is it not?
Very nice! Lovely wood is it not?
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8th October 2014, 10:59 AM
Thread: October Draw - No 115
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UNCLAIMED I second that.
I second that.
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28th September 2014, 10:36 AM
Thread: AAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRGH!!
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And I bet you said "Oh dash, I wish that hadn't...
And I bet you said "Oh dash, I wish that hadn't happened!" or something like that. :U
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6th September 2014, 11:15 AM
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REGISTRATION CLOSED I'm in
I'm in
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26th August 2014, 11:07 AM
Thread: Blackwood Platter
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WOW! Now that is pretty!
WOW! Now that is pretty!
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24th August 2014, 05:47 PM
Thread: half a burl, half a myrtle
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Looking forward to seeing the end result!
Looking forward to seeing the end result!
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17th August 2014, 01:54 PM
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REGISTRATION CLOSED I'm in.
I'm in.
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28th July 2014, 11:31 AM
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Scored two large, dry wandoo burls recently - was...
Scored two large, dry wandoo burls recently - was thinking I should get into them soon - might have to start on something softer to warm up. Something soft like salmon gum or gimlet burls!
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10th June 2014, 02:22 PM
Thread: BOOTS
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BOOTS
Saw a topic a while ago where some of you easterners recommended Mongrel boots. It took a lot of doing but I finally found a local store who got some in for me. Delighted to tell you that you are...
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5th June 2014, 11:09 AM
Thread: Some lace bobbins
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How big are they Jim? look like a finicky turn....
How big are they Jim? look like a finicky turn. Good job.
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28th April 2014, 10:44 AM
Thread: Just another typical weekend in WA
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200 km east of Perth? You could have lightened...
200 km east of Perth? You could have lightened your load by dropping some at my place - you could only have been 50 km or so short of here. And I may even have shouted you a beer too!
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27th April 2014, 06:45 PM
Thread: Just another typical weekend in WA
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So I assume the other 5 blokes did the heavy...
So I assume the other 5 blokes did the heavy work? Shoulder better?
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2nd March 2014, 04:58 PM
Thread: A Gaggle of Bowls
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Clear to me that your darling Wife likes the...
Clear to me that your darling Wife likes the smell of Danish oil Willy. I am only allowed to bring my creations into the house if they are treated with my home made wax and scented oil mix (oil...
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2nd January 2014, 09:03 PM
Thread: Dust masks
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I have a Triton unit. Sadly, they no longer...
I have a Triton unit. Sadly, they no longer manufacture them. I contacted them to try to obtain spare filters - not available. Was told that there was not enough support for the product. Far and away...
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24th December 2013, 02:20 PM
Thread: The ULTIMATE Sharpening Jig
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:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup: Excellent as usual!
:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup: Excellent as usual!
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9th December 2013, 02:16 PM
Thread: decided to get a little ambitious
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WOWIE!!! Lovely work Hughie.
WOWIE!!! Lovely work Hughie.
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8th December 2013, 10:36 AM
Thread: Still More Olive
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Lovely! Lucky man to find a piece of olive that...
Lovely! Lucky man to find a piece of olive that large.
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2nd December 2013, 07:33 PM
Thread: York Gum Burl
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Yep, what Artme said!
Yep, what Artme said!
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26th November 2013, 10:56 AM
Thread: rice cooker? waxing timber
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Me too. I got enough bees wax from my local honey...
Me too. I got enough bees wax from my local honey man to last me 10 years. Use it (and the electric wok) when I make my polish too.
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16th October 2013, 08:52 PM
Thread: Shallow Fig Bowl / Platter
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Lovely work Rod. Elegant shape.:2tsup:
Lovely work Rod. Elegant shape.:2tsup:
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7th September 2013, 06:43 PM
Thread: Platter
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Flash Hughie!:2tsup:
Flash Hughie!:2tsup:
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21st July 2013, 11:24 AM
Thread: Expansion Mode for your Chuck
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:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup: Excellent Brendon! I do...
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28th June 2013, 11:34 AM
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Excellent video Reed. I use the same method as...
Excellent video Reed. I use the same method as you and, whilst I have had a number of "flying objects" both small and large - mostly green wood or when trying to use a tenon, have not felt that any...
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8th June 2013, 11:21 AM
Thread: Turning GTG.
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Robbo if they don't want you feel free to drop...
if they don't want you feel free to drop over to sunny Bruce Rock. I would benefit from dipping into your well of wisdom and we sure could use the rain!
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8th June 2013, 11:17 AM
Thread: Why i use expansion mode
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Thanks for the advice all - Mobyturns in...
Thanks for the advice all - Mobyturns in particular for the comprehensive analysis. I think in my case the big question is "What can I do to avoid this?". Answer: Go back to what has always worked...