I use the ironically named Lily White Sewing Machine oil bought a number of years ago. LW oil is refined so it has a non-gummy character to keep sewing machines running freely. I have used it for...
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I use the ironically named Lily White Sewing Machine oil bought a number of years ago. LW oil is refined so it has a non-gummy character to keep sewing machines running freely. I have used it for...
Bert, I prefer shaving with vintage razors and I have a particular fondness for GEM Micromatic razors. Either the open comb model or the ClogPruf model will whisk away a week long growth, The open...
I like to use hardened awls and knives for layout, I would be worried that hardened tools would eventually burnish, wear or perhaps cut the much softer blade. In my carpentry career, even steel...
I have had little plumbing experience but I have found that the countermen at professional servicing supply houses to have the best knowledge and tools at the ready. Lowes, Home Depot and other...
Almost, but not quite. One joule equals one watt per second or one joule equals 1/3600 watts per hour. In SI units joule, watt and amp are all referenced to a second.
Clarence, your information is incomplete. A joule is a measurement of work. A volt is electrical potential or electromotive force. A watt is power equal to volts times amps. An equivalence exists...
Jim, I own many old framing chisels and slicks, from my sampling, cross pinning has not shown itself and I believe for good reason. It is in the nature of metal sockets and wood handles to advance...
I am a retired timber framer and was a consistant user of socket chisels and never resorted to glueing handles. I made and fitted handles to have a matching taper that did not bottom out and no...
Living and working as a tradesman can be very rewarding in terms of independence and freedom of movement however as life takes it's tolls insecurity is a more constant theme. The wear on joints will...
I have a pair of Nikon binoculars that I bought 20 years ago, good quality at a bargain price. It is important to preview before purchase at a shop. Binoculars that are in good alignment and...
In my experience, two factors weigh heavily on the accuracy front, how well the blade is fixed to the body and wear on the blade from striking or marking with steel tools. The old tools I have found...
What I have done with success is to alternate with a coarse diamond bench stone, to define the high spot, then go to the bench grinder or better yet a die grinder and LIGHTLY grind the high spot only...
For new dividers, I suggest Osborne dividers, they are locking with a fine adjuster and very well made by an old USA firm in a traditional pattern with an attractive price.
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I, after rock and wood are eliminated, would expect animal products such as bone, antler, skin, gut and sinew.
Voice command systems sound good except for the fact that google or amazon compile information that comes back as hints and suggestions for purchases and as the information of behind a lifetime of...
The only solid soap I buy is Stirling sheep tallow shaving soap, for washing up the person is use Dr. Bronner in citrus, eucalyptus and tea tree.
I use Osborne dividers available from Amazon. Good quality old school dividers with a quadrant with a locking screw and a spring loaded fine adjustment, a much more secure and accurate system than...
I have used Wolverine Dura Shock boots for years along with Red Wings. Look for boots that are designed for work on concrete floors. Be fussy over proper fit, do not accept what is in stock at a...
The one thing I stress is to understand the reaction forces generated by power tools and all the ways that off-cuts and workpieces can be air-borne. Know what are the risks of seizure and pinching...
Mark I have no authority on the subject of riding but since riding places the muscles, back and shoulders in a constrained state for extended time with a limited range of motion then I would be...
A 9/12 slope is flat out dangerous. You need to place guard rails at the roof edge, you may need to stage the perimeter, you need to place anchors for fall protection, you need a belt and suspenders...
Warren, Barr chisels are optimized for chopping and throwing chips across the room. Socket bench chisels have long precedent from American manufacturers. One model chisel will never have all the...
Barr has been forging chisels, in commerce, for at least 30 years. For many years his tool have been part of the standard for timber and log workers. Barr is responsive to his customers and stands...
I don't have a traditional answer but air drying should precede heat treatment because if free water is interior and heat drives of moisture on the outside, then the outer wood shrinks while the...
Ron in answer to your question I would refer you to my post #93. I believe focused adverts, targeting specific expressed interest can absolutely increase interest in new, different or up-dated...