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    I like your thinking IanW and think that this is...

    I like your thinking IanW and think that this is dependent upon the stiffness of the saw frame. If you're using a rock solid one like your timber one, I think the forces would be relatively even. If...
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    I was referring to the furniture pieces such as...

    I was referring to the furniture pieces such as the Art Bench and Woven 'Chloe' Cabinet. I liked that the distinctive elements were made by indigenous people and incorporated into the piece.
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    Hey Derek, I came across this mob during one...

    Hey Derek,

    I came across this mob during one of our arduous lockdowns. I loved their designs and their integration of indigenous culture/design. Some of their designs are born from a collaboration...
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    I've cropped and rotated the image of A. Dresser...

    I've cropped and rotated the image of A. Dresser with Mirror.

    Ps. If anyone is concerned about organising transport at short notice, the AirTasker app could be helpful.

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    Immaculate Condition Hardwood Furniture

    Hi I am helping a friend move and she wants to clear this furniture by this Monday 13/6. It is locally made from Oz Hardwood and is in absolute perfect condition. I estimate that it may cost about...
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    SOLD: Hey, I'm interested in the drill press and vices....

    Hey, I'm interested in the drill press and vices. Is it possible to upload or send a photo? Thanks
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    CLAIMED I'm in

    I'm in
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    Welcome! The table looks awesome.

    Welcome! The table looks awesome.
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    Fantastic!

    Fantastic!
  10. Is this with a friable wheel with plastic...

    Is this with a friable wheel with plastic bushings?

    If so, a couple of quick tips for balancing the wheel...

    1. Mark wheel rotation location in comparison to the cupped washer.

    2. Iterate...
  11. I always add wedges where necessary

    I always add wedges where necessary
  12. In reply to the first, I have heard that soaking...

    In reply to the first, I have heard that soaking handles that are already hung on heads only provides temporary improvement and the head is likely to dry out again.

    I have tried this myself out...
  13. Long term soak of axe handle in linseed oil

    Hi,

    I have read old references, comments and possibly rumours that there is benefit to be gained by soaking a new axe handle in oil for a long period (eg. 3-6 months). I believe that the long soak...
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    SOLD: Hi, I'll take the Stanley spirit level please....

    Hi,
    I'll take the Stanley spirit level please. I'm Melbourne based and can collect when allowed. I'll PM you to arrange.

    Thanks!
  15. I believe that I have both gauges (No markings on...

    I believe that I have both gauges (No markings on the iGaging one).

    From memory there was a bit of incompatibility so I had a look. The ID of the iGaging cutting wheel appears slightly larger. So...
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    I received the Caswell spindle today. :hpydans:...

    I received the Caswell spindle today.
    :hpydans:
    You'll find them at the bottom of this page.

    It took 1.5 business days between ordering and courier arrival which is really good considering...
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    I recently got a Josco tapered spindle from...

    I recently got a Josco tapered spindle from Bunnings as the package contained both 1/2" and 12mm options. I measured my grinder arbor to be 1/2" but I wasn't 100% sure.

    Anyway, it is 1/2" but upon...
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    Welcome!

    Welcome!
  19. Thanks for the tips! Is there a known quality...

    Thanks for the tips!

    Is there a known quality difference between various brands of CBN wheels?

    I have been thinking that whilst not necessary, the wider sides could be helpful for re-grinding...
  20. How important is the front and side width of CBN wheels?

    I've ordered a low speed grinder and am tossing up between the Carbatec CBN wheel and the Vicmark one from CWS.

    I'm looking at 8" 180g wheels.
    Carbatec - 25mm wide with what appears to be ~15mm...
  21. Thread: shed or shop

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    shed or shop

    Are Aussies losing their vernacular 'Shed' for 'Shop?

    It seems to me that this has been happening a little bit - possibly due to repeatedly hearing 'shop' on YouTube.
  22. Not sure to be honest.... although I'm tempted to...

    Not sure to be honest.... although I'm tempted to suggest a zero cost approach of smudging the newly painted area with a slightly dirty rag to see if that darkens the whiter patches slightly.
  23. Hey, I was given a similar lathe. For the sake...

    Hey,

    I was given a similar lathe. For the sake of limiting frustration, I'll mainly use it for rough shaping (eg. roughing out hammer handles) on this lathe and use 'proper' ones at my club.
    ...
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    SOLD: I offer $150 for the 3/4" shoulder plane. No...

    I offer $150 for the 3/4" shoulder plane. No stress if it doesn't suit.
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    Looks amazing! Great idea to have it surrounded...

    Looks amazing! Great idea to have it surrounded by a timber floor!
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    FREE: VIC Hi, I'll take it assuming its free? Thank you!

    Hi, I'll take it assuming its free?
    Thank you!
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    SOLD: I'll take it. Will Pm for details

    I'll take it. Will Pm for details
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    SOLD: Hey Tom, I'll take blades 2-5 (4 total) for...

    Hey Tom,

    I'll take blades 2-5 (4 total) for myself and a friend. We'll probably make some euro beech cambered jacks.

    Thanks! I'll PM
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    Looks good!! Thanks for all of the photos.

    Looks good!!

    Thanks for all of the photos.
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    Woah!! What a dream!! Sounds incredible :) I'm...

    Woah!! What a dream!! Sounds incredible :)

    I'm not a sailor yet but maybe one day. I've chatted with a few people that sailed for a few years and it seems like a great way to experience the world....
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    Welcome :) What areas did you sail? Congrats...

    Welcome :)

    What areas did you sail? Congrats on setting up a home in such a magnificent area!

    Adam
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    SOUTH AUST I'll take it thank you!

    I'll take it thank you!
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    I've had difficulty working with rounded pieces...

    I've had difficulty working with rounded pieces and needing to hold them secure with almost all of the top accessible - especially when the bottom of the piece is heavily rounded.

    When I have the...
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    DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in

    I'm in
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    I've tried the saw that Bernard made and it cuts...

    I've tried the saw that Bernard made and it cuts incredibly smooth and straight. It was a real pleasure to use.

    I'll make some too but I'm procrastinating on cutting out the blank. As it is such...
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    SOLD: these are works of art!

    these are works of art!
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    I don't know much about prices but I had a scroll...

    I don't know much about prices but I had a scroll through the Amazon reviews for the Basswood and noticed the first 10 lots of feedback complaining that the blocks were tiny. The pieces are 5cm x 5cm...
  38. SOLD: Hey again, I'll take it please :)

    Hey again,

    I'll take it please :)
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    Mens Shed Article & PODCAST

    I came across this article in the Age: The UnGrumpy Old Men: Parramatta men find happiness down The Shed
    The article may or may not load depending on the firewall. It mentions a podcast:
    The Shed...
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    Thanks DJs! I'll probably just use the normal...

    Thanks DJs! I'll probably just use the normal attachment system or find a secure hosting site.

    RE the finishing, fitty:fitty mix of raw linseed and turps. I fine sanded the fronts of the legs and...
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    Thanks for the masterclass

    Thanks for the masterclass
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    SOLD: Hi, I'll take it please. I'll PM you to...

    Hi,

    I'll take it please. I'll PM you to organise shipping.
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    The middle sections of the shelves are now full...

    The middle sections of the shelves are now full of books. Big folders on the middle shelf and smaller ones on the bottom. I think that the shelves look a lot more natural now that they are being used...
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    Yep, what device are you using? I added the...

    Yep, what device are you using?

    I added the pictures that I hosted on a seperate blog which may be why you can't see them. I tried on my computer and my phone and both worked for me.

    In the...
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    Thanks! Some sources say that chrome tanned...

    Thanks! Some sources say that chrome tanned leather is more risky as the remnant salts from the tanning process may create an acidic environment.

    Others say that leather is good at holding...
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    Blackwood 'Storage Rack'

    I made a 'wood storage rack'/bookshelf...

    http://www.choosetochange.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Blackwood-Storage-Rack-MomentsbyAO-Low-Res-60b.jpg

    Whilst it may seem strange, that is...
  47. DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in

    I'm in
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    I took up that offer a few months ago. I'm...

    I took up that offer a few months ago. I'm looking forward to visiting there again!
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    These all look brilliant! Has anyone had issues...

    These all look brilliant!
    Has anyone had issues with rust from having steel inside leather pouches?

    I have a lot of chisel rolls that seem to be ok. I use oil or wax on the tools as well.

    I'm...
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    I like the design! How is the leather attached...

    I like the design!

    How is the leather attached to the side bits of wood?
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