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We don't have the Mafell line available here in Canada. I find with all brands of tools there is level OK level Good and level Best To get to where I am at now with my power tool collection was a lot of hit and miss. This may seem odd but other than the quality of tool it needs to survive being...

Would you consider a tape measure a tool? I do , so in my shop I have them clipped on to a bracket at every work area. Bright coloured tapes , easy to spot. Just remember to put them back .

Nice use of the live edges!

Great job Doug ! are you putting a finish on it or leaving it for your client to do?

Found it offered at Lee Valley.

On no, now you will need to colour match your jointer with all your power tools.

Just had a re-read , very meticulous work! I like my King industrial machines also. Is you thickness planer a 15" or 20" ?

The stress in lumber particularly Kiln Dried wood can surprise you quickly. I have ripped many a stud and ended up with the blade of a hockey stick. On my list is your book regarding wood technology. Who sells your book in Canada? Thanks

Nice Rhubarb, ours has just reached your height.

Makes a lot of sense. I have never seen a fence like this. Sounds if it is an after market item. I find if you look for twists, cupping and bowing of the wood to rip or cross cut will dictate whether it is safe to cut or not.

Oh, thanks.

Eggs are a good size, much better than store bought ones.

Check out ROS made by Ridgid, they have a good reputation over here.

Based on my experience with a low speed wet wheel sharpening machine which sounded the same as what your describing, I opened it up and the gears were a plastic nylon composition. The gears were the problem, I returned it and they offered a replacement which I declined. Full refund. I also said...

Welcome, I have been to Colchester, 30 plus years ago.