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Yesterday, 7:21 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread F-style clamps vs holdfasts for work holding in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Tim, congratulations on your retirement and welcome to The Creek! I find I use both F-clamps and Holdfasts. F-clamps work where you can get a good...

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Yesterday, 7:07 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Turning a bathroom into a refrigerator with a window A/C unit in Off Topic Forum

I had the same thought Frank expressed - this seems like it will be bad for your bathroom walls.

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03-02-2021, 8:50 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Bessey K Body Clamps - Parallel jaws ?? in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I have 10 of the revo jr's, Alex. Mine are 18" and they work well. I cant speak for longer ones. Fred

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03-02-2021, 7:31 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Get by with a little help from your friends... in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I have that vise. I think it cost me $125. It works pretty well. Be aware it can rack and get damaged if you arent careful. There is a common...

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03-01-2021, 8:48 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Wood Yak Virtual WW conference in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Thanks Paul!

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03-01-2021, 8:39 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread MArking gauge prototype in Shop Made Tools and Machines

I'll bet you'll like that. I made a 4"version out of purpleheart a couple years back.

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02-27-2021, 9:22 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Roundover in Design Forum

I don't use a lot of roundovers because they make me think of oldtime waterbed furniture. (YMMV and no offence intended to anyone.) Instead, I...

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02-27-2021, 8:22 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Veritas pocket layout square, it's so tiny! in Neanderthal Haven

In addition to the tiny Veritas square, I recently bought one of these Milwaukee 4 1/2" squares. LINK

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02-27-2021, 8:12 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Need a .pdf reader for android in Off Topic Forum

Thanks everyone! Fred

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02-26-2021, 7:19 PM

Frederick Skelly started a thread Need a .pdf reader for android in Off Topic Forum

Adobe's recent update wont let me view my pdf's unless I create a free account or use a google account. I dont want to do either of those. Can anyone...

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02-26-2021, 8:08 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Ouch! in Neanderthal Haven

I'm glad you're ok. Heal quickly. Fred

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02-25-2021, 11:05 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread First impressions: EZTENSION Bandsaw Tensioning Gauge in General Woodworking and Power Tools

It works pretty well with my little JET. But I've tried to use it on the Rikon a couple times and it just doesnt seem to work. It's a normal blade,...

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02-25-2021, 9:12 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread My first post in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Welcome Si! Glad you've joined us! Fred

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02-25-2021, 9:04 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Veritas pocket layout square, it's so tiny! in Neanderthal Haven

Yeah, I thought the same thing when I bought mine Andrew. Even though they state the dimensions and show a picture, you really just cant visualize...

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02-24-2021, 10:26 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread A good utility knife? in Off Topic Forum

Milwaukee Fastback Folding Utility Knife, 48-22-1501 LINK Best utility knife I have ever used. Easy flip open. Never sticks. Easy to close....

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02-24-2021, 8:53 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread KREG - excellent customer service! in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Great to hear. Thanks for letting us know.

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02-24-2021, 8:23 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Can a Handrail be Molding? in Neanderthal Haven

That looks good Jim and it will make a very nice handrail. As always, thanks for the lesson! Fred

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02-24-2021, 8:17 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Finished cabinet in Woodworking Projects

Very nice! Your growing skills show in the workmanship. The wood itself and the finish look awsome. I agree - I'd taper the ends more, but that's...

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02-23-2021, 8:02 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Stool from Scraps in Woodworking Projects

Nice stool! Solid. Attractive design and finish!

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02-23-2021, 7:57 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Aligators coping with icy weather in Off Topic Forum

Yes it has. Alligators are a very ancient species. Turtles go back a long way too.

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02-22-2021, 9:48 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Introduction in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Welcome Rajesh! We're glad to have you join us! Fred

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02-22-2021, 8:38 AM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Looking for a way to sand inside a cutting board handle with power tools in General Woodworking and Power Tools

I was trying different search terms in Amazon, looking to find you an abrasive "ball" of some type. These two terms bring up a lot of items. So far,...

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02-21-2021, 8:09 PM

Frederick Skelly replied to a thread Truck Radios? in Off Topic Forum

Wow. I didnt know Crutchfield was still in business. That's a great idea!

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