Recent content by aqualex

Ian, don't you really, really, really need one of Mike's tenon or panel saws? By tomorrow? :) Like Derek said, you've got the talent. Best whishes, Alex

Scrit, You could be right, I don't know very many pro makers in the Netherlands that are not heavily into power tools, but that's probably me. Of the few hand tools buffs, the ones using a Record woodworking vise are the ones having built their own benches. The others are indeed using Ulmia...

Any thoughts/recommendations on the Record look-alike woodworking vises? It seems there's quite some variation in their quality, most are far-east made, one of them still made in Europe (?!)? How do you actually tell them apart? I've tried to get a 52 1/2 "good old one" on ebay, not much luck...

I think repetition by itself merely speeds up your work flow, not the individual (sub) tasks. You'll end up needing less time to check and recheck yourself, making sure you're still doing IT right. So you'll increase confidence, not directly precision. Most reactions tend to suggest that speed...

Hello newbieblyth, Congratulations on your purchase(s). Don't worry, you'll get to spend that cash... :) What kind of vise are you thinking about? Cheers, Alex

It's on the LN site as well...great stuff, as usual... Now if only Alf's review doesn't show up before you get home and spoils the surprise...nine days, hmmm ... I wouldn't bet against it... :) Best wishes, Alex

Hello everyone, Probably not the easiest thread for a kick-off, I'll just give it a try... Since Alf's chisel set didn't make it on the short list, I was wondering, is there anyone actually owning (and/or using) a single marking gauge, be it a Tite-mark or not? And mind you, I am a...