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31st August 2022, 08:41 PM
Thread: Coping Saw Blade- Which Way?
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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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7th August 2022, 06:52 PM
Thread: Cubism competition 2022 - Derek
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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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7th August 2022, 11:58 AM
Thread: Cubism competition 2022 - Derek
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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... -
10th June 2022, 03:17 PM
Thread: Immaculate Condition Hardwood Furniture
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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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10th June 2022, 03:11 PM
Thread: Immaculate Condition Hardwood Furniture
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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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28th November 2021, 08:20 PM
Thread: Whole workshop sale
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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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14th November 2021, 10:29 PM
Thread: Christmas 2021 prize draw # 133
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CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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7th October 2021, 02:55 PM
Thread: G'day from Melbourne!
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Welcome! The table looks awesome.
Welcome! The table looks awesome.
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3rd October 2021, 12:01 AM
Thread: Only took 26 years!
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Fantastic!
Fantastic!
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30th September 2021, 07:22 PM
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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.
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29th September 2021, 08:03 PM
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I always add wedges where necessary
I always add wedges where necessary
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29th September 2021, 09:05 AM
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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.
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28th September 2021, 03:25 PM
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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... -
26th September 2021, 06:00 PM
Thread: Shed cleanout
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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.
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22nd September 2021, 11:12 AM
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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... -
21st September 2021, 10:12 PM
Thread: Grinder balance
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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.
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20th September 2021, 08:46 PM
Thread: Grinder balance
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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.
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20th September 2021, 08:23 PM
Thread: Greetings from Stephen from Orange, NSW
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Welcome!
Welcome!
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31st August 2021, 05:53 PM
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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... -
31st August 2021, 01:41 PM
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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.
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12th August 2021, 11:19 PM
Thread: shed or shop
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shed or shop
Are Aussies losing their vernacular 'Shed' for 'Shop?
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4th August 2021, 10:53 PM
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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.
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26th July 2021, 11:03 PM
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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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10th June 2021, 05:13 PM
Thread: HNT Gorden Shoulder planes
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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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31st May 2021, 10:16 PM
Thread: Blackwood and Maple Roubo
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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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10th April 2021, 02:41 PM
Thread: Granite surface plate
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FREE: VIC Hi, I'll take it assuming its free? Thank you!
Hi, I'll take it assuming its free?
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4th March 2021, 09:01 PM
Thread: HNT Gordon 150mm Travel Tail Vice
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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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1st March 2021, 02:40 PM
Thread: Wooden Smoother and Jack Plane Blades
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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.
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1st February 2021, 10:27 PM
Thread: Red Cedar chest of drawers
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Looks good!! Thanks for all of the photos.
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1st February 2021, 02:01 PM
Thread: Hi from Melbourne
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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.... -
31st January 2021, 02:23 PM
Thread: Hi from Melbourne
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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!
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31st January 2021, 02:11 PM
Thread: Eclipse 77 Saw set tool FREE
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SOUTH AUST I'll take it thank you!
I'll take it thank you!
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7th December 2020, 09:28 PM
Thread: Holding and carving stool seats
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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.
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7th December 2020, 08:48 PM
Thread: SPECIAL * Christmas * PRIZE DRAW #130
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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6th December 2020, 09:03 PM
Thread: Anyone built a roubo frame saw?
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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... -
28th November 2020, 10:33 PM
Thread: Back saws (SOLD)
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SOLD: these are works of art!
these are works of art!
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25th October 2020, 07:55 PM
Thread: Seeking Basswood/Limewood.
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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...
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24th October 2020, 06:43 PM
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SOLD: Hey again, I'll take it please :)
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21st October 2020, 09:54 PM
Thread: Mens Shed Article & PODCAST
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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:
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21st October 2020, 08:16 PM
Thread: Blackwood 'Storage Rack'
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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... -
20th October 2020, 07:42 PM
Thread: More metal-bodied planes
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Thanks for the masterclass
Thanks for the masterclass
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18th October 2020, 09:35 PM
Thread: Microjig GG-Ripper
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SOLD: Hi, I'll take it please. I'll PM you to...
Hi,
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17th October 2020, 01:10 PM
Thread: Blackwood 'Storage Rack'
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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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17th October 2020, 01:03 PM
Thread: Blackwood 'Storage Rack'
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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.
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17th October 2020, 11:07 AM
Thread: Pouch for shears
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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.
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17th October 2020, 10:51 AM
Thread: Blackwood 'Storage Rack'
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Blackwood 'Storage Rack'
I made a 'wood storage rack'/bookshelf...
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14th October 2020, 08:06 PM
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DRAWN & CLAIMED I'm in
I'm in
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30th September 2020, 04:54 PM
Thread: leffler discount
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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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30th September 2020, 04:53 PM
Thread: Pouch for shears
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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.
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30th September 2020, 04:48 PM
Thread: Elm/Acacia + veg tan
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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?