Recent content by BrodieB

Afternoon all, Looking for experience advice with Ashley Isles Chisels. I’m fairly new to this brilliant craft and I’ve started with some Robert Sorby chisels purchased completely clueless on eBay a while back. In all honesty, lessons have been learnt about paying more attention to the finer...

Thanks Lurker, that’s really kind. Shift work is a real pain but I’ll send you a message as soon as I can get over. Luckily I already have a bandsaw, albeit it needs some fettling as vibration is becoming a frustration. Ordered from Axminster and the tyres peeled off and started rubbing on the...

Thanks Lurker, thats a great offer! Sadly due to my work, I won't be able to get that way for a fortnight or so. However, I'll drop you a PM when I can and if you're still in the same position we will work something out if thats okay? Thanks all for the further advice. I'll stay away from a...

Flat faced. And okay, makes sense. Is there a go-to place to find endangered timbers, like a database or something? I wasn't aware Wenge was when I brought it. I will of course remember this for the future and not purchase endangered timbers again. Thanks again.

I don't really have a purpose for it in all honesty. It's my first project aside from a cutting board. I wanted it to have a nice asthetic other than the basic mallets you find in your local store or on sites. I guess it will just be used for the odd hit hear and there and will be more of a...

Afternoon all, So, some of you may seen me ask rather novice (because I am one) questions of recent. And I'm back with another, however this time it's filled with rather a lot of ambition. I've decided one of my first projects is to be a mallet. However, me being me, I want to make a real big...

Hi there, Appreciate this won’t apply to most. But I’m looking for the go-to shop in or around the Nottinghamshire area. Going to big businesses like wickes and screwfix for one off items is just becoming increasingly frustrating. I wondered if anyone knows of more traditional, family run...

Thanks all for the replies. ‘Trap’ was probably a little harsh for such a well respected brand. What I intended was, is the craft range just really cheap and poor quality from a good name. Similar to for example, the orange range from Makita. I was hoping the Craft products would just be that...

Hi all, Anyone have any experience with Axminster Craft range? Just starting out and their prices seem reasonable. Just wondering if it’s a novice trap from a good brand. Thanks, Brodie B

What sort of price are you paying from this website for postage or say a single chisel to the UK? Are there any import fees/taxes you’ve experienced? Thanks

Hi all, Does anyone have any recommendations for makers/importers of good quality Japanese Hand Tools here in the UK? Also, looking for a nice Japanese hammer head to make my own hammer. Anyone know of any suppliers? Thanks, Brodie B

Have you owned any erbauer tools? I just feel the OP is talking about making a few frames. Not building and extension and justifying a good makita or dewalt model in this case would be difficult.

Don’t get me wrong, Makita and Dewalt are spot-on brands. My cordless kit is all Makita as I trust them and the battery system is very good. But for a mitre saw which will be used as you’re suggesting, don’t splash out on big brands. With the big names I’ve found there’s a very big gap between...

Hi Oli, I know the exact situation you’re in. Got a project, think a mitre saw will make life a lot easier but don’t really have the full justification for the big purchase. Still, we’re blokes, so we’re going to buy one :lol: My budget recommendation is...

Hi all, I’m looking to purchase a new bandsaw. I started a thread under general woodworking and advice was given about Elektra Beckum being a decent brand for bandsaws. Anyone any experience with the BS230. I need a small bench top model. Used for ripping small stock (600 x 100 x 100mm for...