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While I try to grow, and become a more experienced finisher I have ran into some roadblocks along the way. Like most of us have, I’m sure. A few Lumberjocks recommended this book by Bob Flexner. I must say I will always keep this book close. Another fellow LJ posted the words below as well and I agreed so I used his review as well. Thx, Jeff. Most everyone would benefit from this book.
While this is not a tool, this book has earned its spot as one of my most useful assets in my shop. After posting numerous threads that requested help from the more experienced Jocks, I was told that Flexner’s book was the “Bible” of finishing. While I laughed at that, it turned out to be the case. In the last several months since the purchase, I have yet to have a finishing question that wasn’t explained in detail within the pages. My favorite feature is the individual chapters dedicated to many common species. Flexner offers many finishing strategies for each and explains the pro’s and con’s of each. A must buy item if you are as scared of finishing as I am.
Enjoy!
-- Ken, "Everyday above ground is a good day!"





















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GMman
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#1 posted 723 days ago
I have somewhat the same Book from Bob Flexner.
The Master Woodworkers finishing secrets is from H. Behlen & Bro Amsterdam NY
patron
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#2 posted 723 days ago
thanks ken
just favorited it
-- david - only thru kindness can this world be whole . If we don't succeed we run the risk of failure. Dan Quayle
Joe Lyddon
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#3 posted 723 days ago
I’ve seen comments on that book several times… in browsing around, it looks like
Amazon has the best deal on it.
It has gotten very good reviews too!
Right now, I’m not sure if I already have it or NOT! That’s what happens when you get older… :)
-- Have Fun! Joe Lyddon - Alta Loma, CA USA - Home: http://www.WoodworkStuff.net ... My Small Gallery: http://www.ncwoodworker.net/pp/showgallery.php?ppuser=1389&cat=500"
Ken90712
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#4 posted 723 days ago
Your welcome guys! Joe I do the same thing in forgetting stuff. I looked all over for where I put my tape measure this morning. You might want to ck this site.
http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/understandingwoodfinishingrevisededition.aspx
Sale for $18.71
-- Ken, "Everyday above ground is a good day!"
blackcherry
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#5 posted 723 days ago
thanks for the tip Ken, will have to look this one up…have a great week-end…Wilson
Skylark53
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#6 posted 723 days ago
Thanks Ken. Now this one is number one on my “must have” list.
-- Rick, Tennessee, John 3:16
Bertha
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#7 posted 723 days ago
Got it, read it, was terrified by it. Finsihing is one of those things that I simply lack confidence in, no matter how read. Some of us are just born to lose:)
-- My dad and I built a 65 chev pick up.I killed trannys in that thing for some reason-Hog
Joe Lyddon
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#8 posted 723 days ago
I saw, at Amazon, that they have others to buy New & Used from… I checked it out…
I got it for $21.90 + 3.99 or $25.89… saving $1.00 over highland…
I was surprised…
-- Have Fun! Joe Lyddon - Alta Loma, CA USA - Home: http://www.WoodworkStuff.net ... My Small Gallery: http://www.ncwoodworker.net/pp/showgallery.php?ppuser=1389&cat=500"
mafe
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#9 posted 722 days ago
Thank you Ken.
Will keep this on in mind.
Best thoughts,
Mads
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Steven H
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#10 posted 722 days ago
I was told that Bob Flexner has recently retired. I wish he updated on some things since recent years. There are many things he didnt mention.
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Roger
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#11 posted 722 days ago
appreciate the info Ken. thnx
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ChuckV
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#12 posted 722 days ago
Ken,
Thank you for the review. This looks like what I might need.
I just requested it through our library network. If other people have this option, it is a great way to preview a book and decide if you would really want to purchase it.
-- "Too much hurry ruins the body. I'll sit easy … fan the spark" - I. Anderson
thelt
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#13 posted 722 days ago
I’m right in there with you guys, 3fingerpat. Finishing scares the hell out of me. Consequently, I don’t do very good at finishing. I need to learn how to use the HVLP system I have. I love that it don’t use compressed air, but that’s another piece of equipment I haven’t been able to master yet.
-- When asked what I did to make life worthwhile in my lifetime....I can respond with a great deal of pride and satisfaction, "I served a career in the United States Navy."
cornflake
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#14 posted 722 days ago
i bought this book years ago and it is my go to book for finishing
NBeener
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#15 posted 722 days ago
I ordered my (used) copy about a week ago, for about three bucks, from AbeBooks.com.
-- -- Neil
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