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Today, 9:59 AM

Tom Bender started a thread Marking Gaug Improved in Neanderthal Haven

Making these recessed half blind dovetails my marking gauge didn't work out. Is recessed half blind the right term? Anyway I made this one...

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Today, 9:37 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Bona Traffic HD Finish: Use Only Portion of Two-Part Mix in Project Finishing

Just because it's still liquid doesn't mean it's still good. It may not activate and just stay a gooey mess. Test it.

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01-20-2021, 4:49 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Marks on Monkey Pod Slab in Project Finishing

You have a significant sanding task there. Be patient.

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01-18-2021, 3:19 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread First Chisels of 2021 in Neanderthal Haven

Desert Ironwood, (Olneya?) from the Sonoran desert. Hard and dense, a boutique wood for sure. Should be a good choice. How does it work?

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01-18-2021, 12:50 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Leg vise experiences? in Neanderthal Haven

Fritz has hit on a key, you need grippy surfaces. My Maple jaws were problematic. Adding leather faces made a big difference. Deflection is not a...

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01-18-2021, 8:42 AM

Tom Bender started a thread Marking Gauge in Shop Made Tools and Machines

My marking gauge did not work for the recessed half blind dovetails I was making so I made this one. The blade was cut from a utility knife...

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01-16-2021, 9:21 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Favorite wood finds? in Neanderthal Haven

There is a mill near me that makes low quality logs into pallet lumber, mud mats, temporary construction etc. Really low prices. I have gone there...

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01-13-2021, 6:02 PM

Tom Bender started a thread Shopping List in General Woodworking and Power Tools

Buying lumber for the next project means taking a list to the mill. Here's how I configured my list. First I calculated the board feet of each...

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01-13-2021, 9:30 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread No Board is Perfect in Neanderthal Haven

Hi Phil Yes that's another way to resaw, one I have used for some narrower stock. How about your method to rip wider stock? Flattening first...

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01-12-2021, 9:16 PM

Tom Bender started a thread No Board is Perfect in Neanderthal Haven

I have some 5/4 Maple to make drawer sides. Going for 7/16 thick after resawing. The stock is a little twisted. Cut to length plus 1/2" then rip to...

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01-11-2021, 5:05 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Shipwrights Plane ID? in Neanderthal Haven

Not based on shipwrighting but on woodworking, LV might be a good choice for timber low in the hull because it is really heavy and would reduce the...

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01-11-2021, 4:18 PM

Tom Bender started a thread Carpenters taking a shortcut. in General Woodworking and Power Tools

My handrailing was not well mounted and after a few years the drywall got crushed. These wood blocks fixed it. I know the color seems bold...

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01-11-2021, 7:39 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread I'm confused... in Neanderthal Haven

Winston Thanks for the picture. I have never used a buffing wheel but doubt that I would have tried it the wrong way just because. Still, it's good...

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01-10-2021, 9:41 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Paraffin on plane sole in Neanderthal Haven

That's a bold statement. I don't question it, but am impressed. Would you share a bit of wisdom? Like, what planes get the most use? How do you...

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01-10-2021, 9:25 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Requesting help locating saw sharpening service for an old Disston backsaw in Neanderthal Haven

Hi Dan and welcome back. Pete will return your saw nice and sharp and as an expert on Disston saws he may tell you something about your saw. He...

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01-08-2021, 7:28 PM

Tom Bender started a thread Dovetail Practice in Neanderthal Haven

Having made quite a few hand cut dovetails, my confidence is good, but the current project requires half blind. Time to get a little practice with...

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01-05-2021, 1:33 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread What saw do I have. in Neanderthal Haven

THAT is interesting dentillation. The handle is pretty cool too.

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01-05-2021, 1:29 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Block plane for my mentor....he's retiring! Row boat building? in Neanderthal Haven

Actually a better way to go might be a nice block plane and a scrub plane. While a block plane can do a lot, it can be frustrating by itself.

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01-04-2021, 6:59 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Vise Chop facing Ideas? in Neanderthal Haven

About 5 years ago I installed leather only to the top 2" and never needed more. Installed it a little proud of the top, clamped tight and planed...

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01-03-2021, 3:42 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Toast Tongs in Woodworking Projects

This is the fourth or fifth version. First was an extended clothes pin. It used the spring to close. It's better to use the spring to open. This...

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01-03-2021, 3:21 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Tree identification in Turner's Forum

Can you provide any more pics of the bark?

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01-02-2021, 10:06 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Cap for gas line needed in Off Topic Forum

Looks smaller to me. 3/4" is big for propane. 1/8 or 1/4 more likely. But I'd look at capping closer to the source, less chance of a dangerous leak.

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01-02-2021, 10:02 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread New shop under construction in WorkShops

Trailer I picked up a beat 2 sled snowmobile trailer and built a 4' x 6' deck, with removable 12" high sides. It is easily good for 1000 pounds and...

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01-02-2021, 9:41 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Looking for Advice on Shop Layout/Dust Collection in WorkShops

We all have to live with the space we have. You have some aircraft carriers in there. What is it that you will be building that require so much big...

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01-01-2021, 1:42 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Feedback on new shop layout in WorkShops

OSB is pretty ugly. To make it a nice place to work you might consider leaving the drywall and adding cleats as needed. Maybe some half height...

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01-01-2021, 1:31 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Planning 1st Dust Collection in WorkShops

Blowing to the outdoors can be a good thing but plan for the option of blowing inside when the weather is bad.

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01-01-2021, 1:20 PM

Tom Bender started a thread Toast Tongs in Woodworking Projects

Making a few pairs of these in my spare time. A good project while staying home. Not much material needed. 3/8" x 8"

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01-01-2021, 1:16 PM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Repair/update existing barn for woodshop in WorkShops

Hi Chris So much work ahead, but a good project. First become a member here so you can post photos. If/when you get to ceiling tiles, get...

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01-01-2021, 10:08 AM

Tom Bender replied to a thread Dryer Outlet Question in WorkShops

Well this has been a good read. A little emotion and a lot of answers, some a little off the mark but mostly very good. My take on the modern...

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