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    Axminster 9" quick release vice Now SOLD

    This is my used Axminster 9" quick release vice. I have bought a new work bench with vices built in so I no longer need this. It is approx 10 years old and works perfectly and is in good condition mechanically. It got some white emulsion paint dripped on it when sitting on my workshop floor in a...
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    For Sale Record Power DX5000 Now SOLD

    Hi All I have a new extraction system and no longer require my old DX5000 extractor. Condition is pretty good and is in full working condition, see pics for more detail. There are marks and some paint splashes from painting the workshop and there is some corrosion on the mounting bracket but it...
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    Set of carving chisels

    Hi All, been a while since I posted anything but have received a gift from a lovely neighbour yesterday and carving is not my thing so was wondering if anyone knew anything about this set of carving chisels. They are marked JB Addis 10 Medals and seem in reasonable condition with just a few...
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    I bought a plank of Oak

    A bit wet, needs drying out but it will be a font cover.
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    Garden workshop paint finishes

    Hi I am building a garden workshop and wondered if any folks had a recommendation for a paint finish. I would prefer an opaque finish with a selection of colours and not have to recoat too often. Any suggestions welcome!
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    Festool Voucher for free

    Hi All I was going to buy a Domino but have changed my mind. Therefore my Festool 50 pound off voucher is available to the first to post that they want it on this thread followed by your address in a PM message.
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    Tap and Die recommendation

    Hi All I need to replace some chocolate strength taps that I have so want to get a decent quality set of metric taps and dies. Any recommendations or advice. There are loads on ebay for a tenner but having been bitten before by poor quality I want a set that will last. Help please. TIA
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    Hammer Forum - Jacob will like this

    For a bit of entertainment, and tbh it does get a little close to home http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2012/03/hammerforum-com
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    What spokeshave

    Hi All I would like to get a couple of spokeshaves and whilst I could get Veritas or LN, I don't feel like spending a lot initially. I want to clean up both concave and convex surfaces. What suggestions of models should I look out for on eBay etc. I don't mind a bit of restoration and...
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    NAS or centralised network data

    Hi Techy types I need to rationalise my data at home. I have in the region of 5 different PC's/laptops around the house with mine, the misses and two kids various machines. I am quite good at backing up with a 2Tb usb drive on the main home PC using ViceVersa software on all the other machines...
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    DIY Air Filtration Help please.

    Hi All I have been making some speaker cabinets out of MDF and thinking about the amount of dust created (I am fully masked up) even with vacuum extraction on my router there is dust in the atmosphere for some time. Short of buying a proper air filtration system does anyone know of a link to a...
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    Great deal on a Bare Panasonic Cordless drill

    Hi Chaps Have not been about much lately but wanted to share a recent find with you all. I have a Panasonic 6409 12V cordless drill which as many will testify is a Rolls Royce of a drill way better than Dewalt and up there with Makita and Festool for engineering quality. It is a little outdated...
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    Piano Bench hardware

    Hi All I am looking to make a Piano Seat/Bench and would like it to have a height adjuster but am struggling to google a supplier. Anyone got any ideas?
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    Jointed Oak boards 2" think

    Hi all I have been looking at some nice HiFistands today and they are made up from small pieces of Oak I would guess 40mm square and only 300mm long jointed together with a finger type joint. I have seen this done in many so called "solid" wood furniture. In this case of a HiFi table the...
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    How can I make my doors a lighter finish

    Hi All This is related to my door stripping and finishing thread here. I have done a test side of a door and while I am happy with the procedure and general finish, it has come out too dark for my taste even with a clear sealer and wax. (more coats to go on yet) Before I go buying loads of...
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    Finishing stripped hardwood doors

    Hi All I am getting our internal doors stripped. They have a revolting dark stain, a deep red colour and it has been bugging me for 3 years. I decided to get a couple stripped and they look excellent and are a great quality door. Not sure what wood exactly but I suspect Iroko or something...
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    Tool shops in Orlando FL

    Hi All I am in Orlando for a work conference next week and may get a bit of spare time for a wander about. Don't fancy the Disney stuff so wondered if there are any good tool shops out there?
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    Finishing Workbench MDF and Iroko

    Hi All I have just finished the last trimmings on my new workbench system with thick Iroko lippings and vice faces. I would like to protect the bench from paint and dirt etc. What finish could I use that will work with the MDF top and the Iroko please? TIA
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    Great British Woodshop on NOW!!!!

    Discovery Shed 12 and 12.30, 2 episodes on today, tomorrow and all next week AFAIK
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    Finishing my Iroko TV Cabinet

    Hi All I have been making a TV cabinet from reclaimed Iroko (school science tables), post here and am approaching the later stages of the build and need some advice on finishing. I would prefer little or no darkening of the wood and a satin finish. The indoor authorities have stipulated it...
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