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Brooklyn Bridge in Toothpicks
I realize this isn’t what a beginner is likely to build, but I thought you would enjoy this. I can’t imagine how much time it must have taken. See more here: http://www.toothpickcity.com/index.php
More Safety Equipment
In my recent post about safety equipment for the wood shop I neglected to mention two of the most important items. Although they are not exactly “personal” safety equipment. I am referring here, to a first aid kit and a … Continue reading
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Tool Review: Delta 23-710
In case you might not remember, I discussed buying used woodworking tools at garage sales. Well, this is one of those things that I would have rather not purchased. I bought a Delta model 23-710 Sharpening station. The machine is … Continue reading
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Happy New Year
Happy New Year and Good Morning.
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Woodshop Safety: Personal Safety Equipment & Accessories
As a follow up to the woodworking safety guidelines posted earlier, I want to discus some personal safety items. These are things I currently have and use as the need arises. First and foremost I take eye and vision protection … Continue reading
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Installing Ball Bearing Guides on the Band Saw
I previously mentioned that where I was at the Portland Woodworking show I made some purchases. One of these purchases was a Carter ball bearing guide kit for the bandsaw. The kit comes with two separate guide assemblies and the … Continue reading
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More on Reconditioned Tools and Black Friday
I had it all figured out. I had intended to buy reconditioned. (See previous post.) I had decided on a combination set 18v lithium compact drill/ impact driver made by Milwaukee for $179 with shipping included. Wow! Then along came … Continue reading
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Would You Consider Reconditioned Tools?
Have you ever considered buying either used or reconditioned tools? I readily choose reconditioned products over new. Usually they are reduced in price sufficient to represent a significant savings over new. I can only remember one occasion when the product … Continue reading
Is the Table Saw Guard Really Useful or a Hassle?
I came upon this forum thread about table saw guards. It seems that the majority opinion is that the guard is more trouble than it’s worth, even though the guard definitely enhances the safety. This is after I included adjusting … Continue reading
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Portland Woodworking Show
I attended the Woodworking Show in Portland Friday. Yeah, I know it’s taken me until today to post on it. This was my first woodworking show. I’m a beginner, you know. Anyhow, I was very impressed with most everything I … Continue reading
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