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Scrit You have confirmed my thoughts for a practical way of mounting the vice. It will be the second option though, making the rear jaw flush with the front apron of the bench, of course allowing for an 18mm or so, liner. Thanks again Spark :idea:

Scrit It's blue but that's not the original colour, looks like a re-paint job. The vice works well just given it a thorough going over in the garage and it looks fine. I must say that it certainly doesnt look anything like a 1930 vintage though. A question for you, how would you align the reaf...

Thank god as I have just bought a 'Parkinsons Perfect Vise 15', a quick release 9" with about a 13" capacity in good working order. £35.... Regards Spark :idea:

Guys Anyone ever herd of this manufacturer? One going locally, a 9" QR. Any comments? Spark :idea:

Michael In answer to your question, have a look at The Router Dec 2003/ Jan 2004 Issue No. 54. Page 78 has what is described as a Pine Tool chest with a coopered top (curved to you and me). Regards Spark :idea:

Believe me with the rough treatment I expect the bed to get at the hands of my son :twisted: diamond hard is probably the most suitable finish. Regards Spark :idea:

Greetings 8) I've been wittering on about building my son a loft style bed. Finally now completed I have posted two images on the gallery. All wood supplied by my local Wickes and B&Q. Any comments or questions gratefully received. Spark :idea: Admin edit: You are allowed to mention where...

Neil Can you wander round or do you need to know exactly what you want? Spark :idea:

In Nottingham, wood supplier, hardwood hmmmm me too. Spark :idea:

Saved a little money up with the intention of purchasing a Plane :lol: . Any recommendations for Smoothing, Jack and Jointers? (certainly not in the LN league). Stanley seem to use numbers for their planes :?: only have a Bosch power plane at the moment. Got a dab hand with the waterstone at...

Hello Jester Nice to see you active again. :lol: Spark :idea: