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I use the Bosch T308BOA. They are for deep cutting but still cuts round curves, not as tight as the little T101A0 but they cut well and you can go at a normal speed. I keep the little blade for fine work, or finishing off the really tight areas, but slowly.

Hi Mike From someone I know how has seen the work of some of these guys I would think they are up to standard. http://www.norfolkfurnituremakers.org/contact.html . Michael Westgate, his web address is on that page, would be worth making contact with as I understand that he specialises in very...

Hi BB, Sorry I didn't get back to you, I missed the post and then have been rather busy the last week or so. I'll be very interested to hear how you get on with the BS, I bought the Record on the recommendation of the local store, and they sell both the record and the scheppach. I've actually...

That job sounds a little on the repetitious side Malcom. I can't say I've ever produced 1200 of anything in one hit, but, earning my living from the woodwork, I know what you mean about looking at the pay cheque!! I used to enjoy repetition, mostly on the lathe, but about 10 years ago I made a...

That's interesting BugBear, my squares are all reasonably accurate then. I never realised that a square could be that far out and still be considered square. To me that seems quite a bit out when I am using it. I'll have to check a bit harder on the spec next time I buy one. Johnny B

I bought one of those, the write up sounds good, but it is a long way out, about 0.5mm over the length of the 300mm rule on the standard 90/45deg stock. With a little bit of fettling I'm sure it could be made right though. Johnny B

'Ts true about Art Veneers, the owner retired a few years ago

Hi Big Chief Just been reading the post and thought I'd add my thoughts. The video on the link is very good IMO and very similar to how I turn. On the end grain, a gouge is usually the best tool to cut with. Taking several very light cuts with a very sharp gouge is usually the answer. If...

Wizer, I think you should just make it. 80% of the thinks we worry about never even happen. I think that includes your Sag concerns Johnny B

James Lathams have a branch near Thurrock, I think. Haven't used them for a few years, but a while back they moved and I thought it was to the Thurrock area. They could be worth a phone call. Just had a look on their site Thurrock is Panels but Purfleet is Timber I have several boards in...

I've been told that thye hold timber there, but only packs. If you order smaller quantities then it comes on an overnight from Oxford into Ely and then gets delivered out. Still very quick but it is definitely Timbmet. They have Timbmet minimum orders and delivery charges. I used to have...

My little Record BS300 has the type that Ed has on his and I find mine cuts very upright. One of the things I like about the saw is that it is very good at getting a square cut with very little wander

Those Startrites are good saws. I've had two different ones now, my current one is a little larger than that one with the scribing saw as well. Much more solid than these modern machines and better value for money, I think. You may need to adjust it a little to get it running perfectly, but it...

I've got a BS350. I bought it for small work as I have a large cast machine for my main ripping so can't comment on it's ripping ability. I use it for shaped work, hardwoods mostly up to 60-70mm thick, with 6 -12mm blades from Axminster. (I know, but I bought a load before I found this site...

4x4 oak is available dried, it is just a matter of being careful that it has been dried properly. You could try EC Forrest 01825 872025. I think they are trade but will probably sell a piece or two if you collect it. They are on the A22 North of Eastbourne. Don't know how far that is from...