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I recall this thread being posted:

https://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=183051

Not sure if still a possibility.

(Copied link on mobile so if it hasn't worked the post was from Cam...

Hi Tonto,

It might be worth posting this in the box making section. Hopefully someone can help.

Cheers

This is the box. It is my second attempt so I am fairly happy with it. The lid is Blackwood and the sides are WA Sheoak.

I have to thank everyone on this forum as I have learnt the processes from...

Hi All,

I am after a pair of smartHinge's for a keepsake box for my niece. The box is complete except for the hinges.

The website shows they are out of stock. Does anyone know of their...

Thanks for the replies.

A family member has just given me an old no 4 which needs a bit of work. I am not sure of the make so I will post a photo shortly.

This means I will probably lock at a...

Thanks for all the replies.

I made a small router table, planing sled (to be upgraded if it will be for long term use) and a finger joint jig.

I am looking at a coping sled now.

Currently I...

Hi All,

I am looking at getting my first hand plane. I am hoping I could have your opinions. I understand opinions will differ, but I can only have 1 at this stage.

It will mainly be used for...

Thanks Zenwood and Cadas. I will check out Gumtree and give Ottos a call tomorrow.

Cheers

Hi Tankstand.

I live in Aldgate and work in Norwood. I am happy to travel to most areas though.

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Hi All,

I have some timber boards that need thicknessing and a couple that need to be resawn.

I was going to wait a few months until I had the equipment but I now need to use this timber sooner...

Thanks for the reply Hermit and Dengue.

I think I will start with using the hand tools to develop my skills and experience. I will then look at a router table with a coping sled or box joint jig...

Thanks for the reply Hermit.

I had thought that if it could be done with a hand held router it would work in the sled. As the sled would then allow greater accuracy.

I will go back to the...

Hi All,

I have never made a box before and would like to start.

I am about to receive a router from a family member. I am still unsure of the type but I think it was about $200 from the green...

Thanks for all the replies.

I will use a test piece to see how EEE & DO work and also see how the Shellawax finishes.

I will not be able to look at a spraying system for NCL until the new...

Hi All,

I made my first pepper mills today out of Jacaranda and Blackwood I got from MM, they are 10 Inches high. It is a lot easier making an individual item and not trying to match them. The...

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I would recommend posting this in the wood turning section. There should be someone there who can assist.

Cheers

Thanks for your help Bob. I will get onto this.

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Hi Bob,

Thank you for the information. I am fairly new to woodworking and predominantly spend shed time on the lathe.

I am wanting to restrict my time in the shed until I can set up some form...

Thanks for the replies.

I have a 4 weeks until i get the ring so I think I will make a box with each suggestion and see what works best then make the real one.

If you have any more ideas please...

Thanks . I had only seen this previously- CWS Store - Round Hinges | Carroll's Woodcraft Supplies

The 5mm concealed hinge should do the job. I think the one box will be all I need.

Cheers

Hi All,

I am looking at making a box on the lathe for an engagement ring.

Has anyone had any experience with using a hinge on a turned box? I do not think the hinges on CWS would be suitable...

Hi Tony,

I visited George on Saturday and ended with enough blanks for the next couple of months. He has a fair bit to choose from which he doesn't list on EBay. I just got the cheap light stuff...

This must be the place in Goolwa mentioned above - SA Tree Salvage. S. A. Tree Salvage :: Timber :: Species Avaliable

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Hi Tony,

I am also looking for a place to buy wood in Adelaide, I have a similar size lathe to you and want to advance from Pens.

I have purchased wood previously from A1 Specialty Timbers in...

Thanks for all the offers. I believe I have sourced a set, I should have confirmation tonight.

Cheers

Hi all,

I am after these bushings - https://www.timberbits.com/bushings-jr.html

for this kit - https://www.timberbits.com/jr-gentlemans-pen-kits.html

I have not been able to find them...