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End grain sealer
I have a bunch of fresh cut walnut limb,crotches and stumps available now and would like to seal the end grain for future use. Anchorseal is not available easily in this area and seems expensive. Has...
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Handmade shavibg brush handles
Dear friends, a brief note to let you know that our new shaving website is going to feature a picture showcase dedicated to custom made shaving brushes. This is not a contest, we don't plan to test...
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Rikon bandsaw
I need to upgrade my craftsman band saw and noticed the Rikon 14" Deluxe saw at woodcraft. It has a 13" re saw capacity, not that I will ever need to resaw something that large, just the 6 1/64"...
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Help with steady rest on baluster
Hi, I'm a recent convert to woodturning and trying to turn some replacement balusters for my 110 year old originals. They are 34" long and about 1/2" diameter at the thinnest points, turned from 1...
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Link belt failure on Bandsaw...
Hello to the group, Well it seems that my initial enthusiasm with a recent link belt replacement (of an aging "V" belt) on my bandsaw appear to have been premature. :-( A few days after the...
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Wanted New or used variable speed wood lathe
I'm relatively new to turning and currently have a rikon midi lathe now. I'm wanting to move up to a variable speed lathe either new or used. The kicker is I can only afford around $500 or less for...
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Using Cera Colla as a sealer
Hi, Has anybody used Cera Colla as a sealer? It's similar to AnchorSeal, but is easily made at home. -TH
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Sign up for Steve Russell's "Lathe Talk" woodturning newsletter...
Hello to the group, In December of 2006, I started a monthly newsletter/ezine for woodturners called "Lathe Talk". The newsletter is totally free and without obligation of any kind. Lots of...
 
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Partial OT: Cleaning sharpening stones
I needed to put a better edge on some of my tools and was ready to go out and buy some stones. The wife mentioned there were a couple laying about in a closet. I looked and indeed there was a coarse...
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Oval lathe in production!
The Volmer oval turning mechanism is in production as a complete lathe. This design is high speed and zero vibration, unlike early oval mechanisms. If you've ever been interested in oval turning now...
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I've Created a Monster
Growing up in a family of woodworkers has given me a rounded knowledge and love of woodworking. Recently, I shared my turning experiences with my grand dad who has been able to build anything he ever...
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A picture of Arch
Thanks Leo & Gerald. It was a real pleasure to meet Andi. She is as gracious as her turnings are exquisite. Same with her demo. Attend one when possible or have her present one for your group. It's...
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A gloat and an oops
Got a call last night. A gentleman called and said he saw my picture in the paper with my display of bowls made from different woods at the local library. He said he had just cut a wild cherry tree...
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