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| 325 days ago |
Joint 2 3/4" x 11 1/2" x 10' Douglas-fir Boards - 10 replies Okay, could use a little help here…. I’m building a table top (final is 60”x120”) out of 4×12x10’, old-growth, clear, veritical grain Douglas-fir. I have a 12” jointer, but the rascals (there are five boards) are to cumbersome to manhandle across it. We’ve decided that the only option is to build... |
| 612 days ago |
Sanding/Scraping Jig for "Stiles"-Craftsman Projects - 3 replies I notice a lot of people making Craftsman furniture using “stiles” (Morris Chair, end tables and the like). I always had a tough time figuring our how to sand and scrape those little buggers. This is the jig I came up with. It’s simple and kinda self explanitory, but man does it make a difference for sanding and scraping! I... |
| 664 days ago |
Holme on Holmes... - 12 replies Okay, so I’m the first to admit it – I like the Canadian craftsman!;) Lee Valley is my source one! The craftsmanship here at Lumberjocks clearly demonstrates that the Canooks are A-1. But I gotta tell ya, the show “Holmes on Holmes” is something that does all Canadians proud, it has done a world of good for me. Clearly working to teach the y... |
| 666 days ago |
This has always bugged me - Can someone tell me when you use slow speed on a sander? - 17 replies I have never figured out when would I use the slower speed on my orbital sander so I defer to the wisdom of the talent in this group – just have always wondered….Schroeder |
| 701 days ago |
Looking for a Multi-Router - 2 replies Our buddy who so generously loaned us his Multi-Router for so many years is taking it back in a few months. Now I’ve come to realize I can’t function without it. I know it’s a long shot, but if anyone knows of a used one or can i.d. a dealer in Oregon – Thanks SchroederGnarlywoodshoppe@onlinemac.com |
| 770 days ago |
Need Help Identifying a tool... - 10 replies Alright someone here has to know what this thing is…Those of you who have seen our shop, know Cronk is a tool collecting nut;) We absolutely have no idea what this thing is. Any help is appreciated!Thanks!Schroeder |
| 904 days ago |
The (now) Famous Carver Rog in Wood Carving Illustrated - Congats! - 12 replies Just saw Carver Rogs work displayed in Wood Carving Illustrated (CarverRogs Project 504 “The Shroud”). Great Job Rog! – Congratulations! overdue! |
| 1006 days ago |
How's everyone take care of Glue Clean up? - 13 replies As I panicked at glue squeeze-out on my latest project, I thought I know woodworkers all over the world – so ask. So here I am, asking;” How do you all take care of the glue squeeze problem?” Personally I usually wind up with a damp cloth, chisel it before it sets or wax/tape the adjoining edge – but I thought I’d yield the floor to those more... |
| 1017 days ago |
Who Would EVER Measure in Thousandths? - 36 replies I just wanted to get a little input from other lumberjocks on this idea. My partner in the shop and I have a friend who is primarily a metal worker. Not your run of the mill metal worker mind you, he builds the most amazing things, like a spectacular rifle from a D5 cat axle, or a pickup truck from scratch. To say I have respect for this mans... |
