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#1 ·
Day 2 (I think)

Do you mean to tell me that yesterday was day 1? It seems like a week ago. It's been a while since I've been to a trade show - I forgot how exhausting it can be. Nonetheless, today was chalk filled with excitement.

Oh, before I forget, I found a nice saw if anyone is interested in buying it for me.

Trousers Shirt Motor vehicle Automotive design T-shirt


Today was a mixture of tools and machines I will probably never own, and information I can't do without. . They had complete systems that were CNC, and did everything but put the product together.

Product Engineering Gas Industry Machine


I did, however, have the chance to shoot the NEW Senco 18 ga battery operated brad-nailer. Show special - $325. Guess who will be the proud owner of one tomorrow. I also got a quote on a 5-HP SawStop. That's my next major investment. BTW - their industrial saw is worth every penny. It is very well made - rock solid. Finally. For those of you who own a Fein MultiMaster and are afraid to use the blade (for fear you might have to replace it), I found an answer. Imperial Blades (Wisconsin) makes blades for all multi-tools. They seem tough. And at $100 for 10, it's worth a gamble (afterall, I'm in Vegas).

Perhaps the funniest part- the National Belt Sander Races were held today. With a packed crowd, everyone got a charge out of it.

Field house Automotive design Entertainment Display device Electronic signage


So, until tomorrow, remember - keep those $50 bills coming. The Billy Needs More Tools Fund is always in need of more money. You don't want me to go without a new tool, do you?
 

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#2 ·
Day 2 (I think)

Do you mean to tell me that yesterday was day 1? It seems like a week ago. It's been a while since I've been to a trade show - I forgot how exhausting it can be. Nonetheless, today was chalk filled with excitement.

Oh, before I forget, I found a nice saw if anyone is interested in buying it for me.

Trousers Shirt Motor vehicle Automotive design T-shirt


Today was a mixture of tools and machines I will probably never own, and information I can't do without. . They had complete systems that were CNC, and did everything but put the product together.

Product Engineering Gas Industry Machine


I did, however, have the chance to shoot the NEW Senco 18 ga battery operated brad-nailer. Show special - $325. Guess who will be the proud owner of one tomorrow. I also got a quote on a 5-HP SawStop. That's my next major investment. BTW - their industrial saw is worth every penny. It is very well made - rock solid. Finally. For those of you who own a Fein MultiMaster and are afraid to use the blade (for fear you might have to replace it), I found an answer. Imperial Blades (Wisconsin) makes blades for all multi-tools. They seem tough. And at $100 for 10, it's worth a gamble (afterall, I'm in Vegas).

Perhaps the funniest part- the National Belt Sander Races were held today. With a packed crowd, everyone got a charge out of it.

Field house Automotive design Entertainment Display device Electronic signage


So, until tomorrow, remember - keep those $50 bills coming. The Billy Needs More Tools Fund is always in need of more money. You don't want me to go without a new tool, do you?
So, where is the picture of the winning belt sander?

Steve.
 

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#3 ·
Day 2 (I think)

Do you mean to tell me that yesterday was day 1? It seems like a week ago. It's been a while since I've been to a trade show - I forgot how exhausting it can be. Nonetheless, today was chalk filled with excitement.

Oh, before I forget, I found a nice saw if anyone is interested in buying it for me.

Trousers Shirt Motor vehicle Automotive design T-shirt


Today was a mixture of tools and machines I will probably never own, and information I can't do without. . They had complete systems that were CNC, and did everything but put the product together.

Product Engineering Gas Industry Machine


I did, however, have the chance to shoot the NEW Senco 18 ga battery operated brad-nailer. Show special - $325. Guess who will be the proud owner of one tomorrow. I also got a quote on a 5-HP SawStop. That's my next major investment. BTW - their industrial saw is worth every penny. It is very well made - rock solid. Finally. For those of you who own a Fein MultiMaster and are afraid to use the blade (for fear you might have to replace it), I found an answer. Imperial Blades (Wisconsin) makes blades for all multi-tools. They seem tough. And at $100 for 10, it's worth a gamble (afterall, I'm in Vegas).

Perhaps the funniest part- the National Belt Sander Races were held today. With a packed crowd, everyone got a charge out of it.

Field house Automotive design Entertainment Display device Electronic signage


So, until tomorrow, remember - keep those $50 bills coming. The Billy Needs More Tools Fund is always in need of more money. You don't want me to go without a new tool, do you?
This was quite a show!! Wish I could have been there.

Thanks for sharing
 

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#4 ·
Day 2 (I think)

Do you mean to tell me that yesterday was day 1? It seems like a week ago. It's been a while since I've been to a trade show - I forgot how exhausting it can be. Nonetheless, today was chalk filled with excitement.

Oh, before I forget, I found a nice saw if anyone is interested in buying it for me.

Trousers Shirt Motor vehicle Automotive design T-shirt


Today was a mixture of tools and machines I will probably never own, and information I can't do without. . They had complete systems that were CNC, and did everything but put the product together.

Product Engineering Gas Industry Machine


I did, however, have the chance to shoot the NEW Senco 18 ga battery operated brad-nailer. Show special - $325. Guess who will be the proud owner of one tomorrow. I also got a quote on a 5-HP SawStop. That's my next major investment. BTW - their industrial saw is worth every penny. It is very well made - rock solid. Finally. For those of you who own a Fein MultiMaster and are afraid to use the blade (for fear you might have to replace it), I found an answer. Imperial Blades (Wisconsin) makes blades for all multi-tools. They seem tough. And at $100 for 10, it's worth a gamble (afterall, I'm in Vegas).

Perhaps the funniest part- the National Belt Sander Races were held today. With a packed crowd, everyone got a charge out of it.

Field house Automotive design Entertainment Display device Electronic signage


So, until tomorrow, remember - keep those $50 bills coming. The Billy Needs More Tools Fund is always in need of more money. You don't want me to go without a new tool, do you?
Steve - unfortunately, we didn't stick around for the awards. This was a hoot, though. The winner is set up at one of the booths, so I'll see if he still has the sander.

I'm realy glad that I went. Unfortunately, even though the price to get here was good, the price to stay isn't. Unless I hit the Lotto, I doubt I'll be doing this again anytime soon.
 

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#5 ·
Another learning day

No wonderful tool pictures today, but had a great time talking with the experts. We stopped at almost every finish and finishing tool company today. Asked a LOT of questions, and were able to walk away with more knowledge then we had 15-min prior.

I was abe to actually see some cool tools and materials that will make a world of difference in the shop. There are still enough booths left for us to visit that it should take most of tomorrow to see the rest.

In case you were wondering - the Bily Needs More Tools Fund is running dry. At darn-near $18 / meal, my tool money is being raided in order for me just to survive. Its been difficult to "just say NO" to crab legs, prime rib, and shrimp.

I will leave you with a very nice view from our very dirty hotel window (taken about 20-min prior to this posting.

Sky Dusk Mountain Plain Cumulus


Remember - keep those $100 bills coming.
 

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Another learning day

No wonderful tool pictures today, but had a great time talking with the experts. We stopped at almost every finish and finishing tool company today. Asked a LOT of questions, and were able to walk away with more knowledge then we had 15-min prior.

I was abe to actually see some cool tools and materials that will make a world of difference in the shop. There are still enough booths left for us to visit that it should take most of tomorrow to see the rest.

In case you were wondering - the Bily Needs More Tools Fund is running dry. At darn-near $18 / meal, my tool money is being raided in order for me just to survive. Its been difficult to "just say NO" to crab legs, prime rib, and shrimp.

I will leave you with a very nice view from our very dirty hotel window (taken about 20-min prior to this posting.

Sky Dusk Mountain Plain Cumulus


Remember - keep those $100 bills coming.
Nice view. Don't forget to share all that new knowledge with those of us not fortunate enough to be there!
 

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Another learning day

No wonderful tool pictures today, but had a great time talking with the experts. We stopped at almost every finish and finishing tool company today. Asked a LOT of questions, and were able to walk away with more knowledge then we had 15-min prior.

I was abe to actually see some cool tools and materials that will make a world of difference in the shop. There are still enough booths left for us to visit that it should take most of tomorrow to see the rest.

In case you were wondering - the Bily Needs More Tools Fund is running dry. At darn-near $18 / meal, my tool money is being raided in order for me just to survive. Its been difficult to "just say NO" to crab legs, prime rib, and shrimp.

I will leave you with a very nice view from our very dirty hotel window (taken about 20-min prior to this posting.

Sky Dusk Mountain Plain Cumulus


Remember - keep those $100 bills coming.
Steak and Crabs, yea right, more likely Craps! lol. What Lou Ann don't know won't kill her, right? lol. Hope you at least got something cool for the shop you needed. Take care, we just gotta get together, and maybe include Steve, cu Pal. mike
 

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#9 ·
Sadly, I must leave LV

All good things must come to an end, and that includes the AWFS Fair. I've been very fortunate on many different levels. First, being able to talk with very knowledgable people in the field has opened my eyes to different techniques. Second, and just as important, I was able to attend this show with my good friend Tulsa Wood Smith. And finally, I picked up some cool tools for some great prices. Today was especially good - I scored a General wireless inspection camera scope for half-price.

I'm hoping to attend the show in Atlanta, but will need to save up a lot of money if that will happen.

Also, Steve asked for a picture of the winning belt sander, so here it is. I believe it is a Bosch.

Bird Gas Advertising Art Event


Finally, it's still hot - even if there is no humidity.
 

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#10 ·
Sadly, I must leave LV

All good things must come to an end, and that includes the AWFS Fair. I've been very fortunate on many different levels. First, being able to talk with very knowledgable people in the field has opened my eyes to different techniques. Second, and just as important, I was able to attend this show with my good friend Tulsa Wood Smith. And finally, I picked up some cool tools for some great prices. Today was especially good - I scored a General wireless inspection camera scope for half-price.

I'm hoping to attend the show in Atlanta, but will need to save up a lot of money if that will happen.

Also, Steve asked for a picture of the winning belt sander, so here it is. I believe it is a Bosch.

Bird Gas Advertising Art Event


Finally, it's still hot - even if there is no humidity.
Looks like a great time BJ. Did you get any reactions to your LJ shirt or hat? Meet any famous woodworkers? What about the rest of the trip, take in any shows or casinos,? Opps, forgot, what happens in
Vegas, stays in Vegas. LOL. Sounds like a great time, mike.
 

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