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Yesterday,
5:45 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Rebuilding a Kiyohisa oire nomi
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Neanderthal Haven
Enjoyed that Derek. Thanks for posting. Enjoy your "new" tool! Fred
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Yesterday,
5:30 AM
Frederick Skelly
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DIY version of Infinity Tool vertical sled for cutting 45 degree bevels with chamfer
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
I found this Doug. LINK Not certain it's the same thing they are talking about, but seems like it. Tom, I'm with you. Sure seems like somebody...
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6 replies | 341 view(s)
01-22-2021,
7:50 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Vendor Praise
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General Woodworking and Power Tools
Your reference is much appreciated Joe. Thanks for sharing.
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01-22-2021,
8:30 AM
Frederick Skelly
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I got my first spokeshave, and I can't get it to cut...
in
Neanderthal Haven
My thoughts exactly - sharpness, depth and direction.
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01-21-2021,
8:28 PM
Frederick Skelly
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3/4" 13-ply birch plywood vs carbide tipped shaper bit
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
Dave, I envy your tact. I'll leave it at that. As you say, only the OP knows his customer and their circumstances.
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01-21-2021,
9:34 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Tea Box for my favorite Tea Drinker
in
Woodworking Projects
Nice box! Great way to organize. I think I'll copy your good idea. How did you attach the maple to the top? (It sorta looks like it is held on by...
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5 replies | 146 view(s)
01-20-2021,
9:27 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Viking Gnome
in
Turner's Forum
That's neat. I like it!
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8 replies | 350 view(s)
01-19-2021,
9:43 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
MATCHFIT Dovetail Clamps
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
I got a set for Christmas but havent even opened the box yet. Will look forwward to your upcoming post! I know Derek Cohen speaks well of them too.
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13 replies | 681 view(s)
01-19-2021,
9:09 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Posts for a bed frame
in
Turner's Forum
+1 on all points. I agree with others who say it will glue up fine without spines. Another option for clamping is surgical hose. LINK
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11 replies | 333 view(s)
01-19-2021,
6:27 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Finished a Scott Lewis Cutting Board
in
Woodworking Projects
That looks too nice to actually use! The choice of woods, the overall shape and the finish look great. I don't know why, but my eye was especially...
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01-18-2021,
1:17 PM
Frederick Skelly
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First Chisels of 2021
in
Neanderthal Haven
Ron, I didnt see these chisels on your website. Looks like the last update on the site was October. Will you be posting these soon?
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01-18-2021,
11:23 AM
Frederick Skelly
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First Chisels of 2021
in
Neanderthal Haven
Always a pleasure to see your work Ron.
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01-18-2021,
10:14 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Sell This House
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Off Topic Forum
Sounds like a good show, especially if you are preparing to sell.
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21 replies | 796 view(s)
01-17-2021,
6:56 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Floating Wall Shelf With Drawers
in
Woodworking Projects
Looks good!
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16 replies | 439 view(s)
01-16-2021,
2:21 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Finishing a summer project
in
WorkShops
That's a nice stand Tom!
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3 replies | 309 view(s)
01-16-2021,
11:57 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Stay at Home
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Off Topic Forum
That's cute Barry! Stay warm! Fred
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01-14-2021,
7:50 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Bailey #4
in
SawMill Creek Classifieds
Someboddy grab this thing before I do please. I don't "need" another #4........
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01-13-2021,
8:04 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Help buying my first drill press
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
I did the same as Albert and bought a RIDGID from Home Depot. I've had it several years and it does everything I ask of it. The drilling depth and...
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23 replies | 954 view(s)
01-13-2021,
6:04 AM
Frederick Skelly
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First real hand tool only project
in
Neanderthal Haven
Good work! Keep at it!
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21 replies | 949 view(s)
01-12-2021,
10:27 AM
Frederick Skelly
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Carpenters taking a shortcut.
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
Rod, I'm curious. Are steel studs the norm for homes in Canada? Or was that a personal preference? Homes still tend to be built with wooden studs...
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01-11-2021,
7:53 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
Block plane for my mentor....he's retiring! Row boat building?
in
Neanderthal Haven
I have an LN 102 and an Ashley Isles chisel. Together, they sound like a very fine "thank you for everything" gift, Dr. Lau.
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33 replies | 2305 view(s)
01-10-2021,
3:43 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
One tool from Woodpeckers ($100 gift card)
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
* Their squares are very nice. I have a 641 and it's a nice tool. * They sell something called a Delve Square. Many love those. Nothing wrong with...
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4 replies | 224 view(s)
01-09-2021,
7:56 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
Did the Nigerian Prince Move to Canada?
in
Off Topic Forum
"This is 100% risk free." WARNING! WARNING WILL ROBINSON! Attorneys don't ever write things like that. Not ever. They don't give guarantees because...
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25 replies | 1001 view(s)
01-09-2021,
7:26 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Tool Covers (Tool Companies please read)
in
General Woodworking and Power Tools
I noticed this thread is 10 yrs old but the topic still seems germane. Please help me understand? I cant quite see how covers - breathable or not...
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44 replies | 5341 view(s)
01-09-2021,
6:35 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Favorite finds / tools?
in
Neanderthal Haven
My favorite "find'? A #2 handplane I found for $15 in an antique booth. The story..... Several years ago I decided I could make use of a #2 hand...
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23 replies | 1235 view(s)
01-09-2021,
1:39 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
LN block plane honing angle
in
Neanderthal Haven
I have the same tool and the LV Mk-II guide. I sharpen the iron to 25* with a 1-2* secondary bevel. It works well. Enjoy that new tool! Fred
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01-09-2021,
7:34 AM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
Favorite finds / tools?
in
Neanderthal Haven
I just bought the Shinwa version of that tool. I hope it's as good as the Stanley you describe. Guess we'll see,
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01-08-2021,
11:23 PM
Frederick Skelly
replied to a thread
SMC No Longer Wants Me to Be a Subscriber
in
Forum Tech Support
Well, it must not be or you'd still be able to do it. :) Why not just put a check or cash in an envelope, address it, stamp it and be happy....
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01-08-2021,
8:41 PM
Frederick Skelly
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Two years on and glad to be here.
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Off Topic Forum
Like Ken, I left another site (WOOD magazine) 7-8 years ago after being berated several times by a "moderator" for asking questions because I...
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