Ha ha. Sorry to laugh but I can relate. The hose on my Hammer K3 -- which appeared to be made of the equivalent of vinyl flex like the type sold for...
In my experience, smooth sided dowel stock sold in long lengths--like you get at a hardware store, Home Depot or lumberyard-- is not very accurately...
Parkerville Wood Products in Manchester is a good place for hardwood lumber and specialty plywood--I wouldn't worry about whatever mixed reviews you...