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Wivamac DB801 Vario Woodturning lathe Electronically variable speed 180 to 2400 rpm forward and reverse over two pulleys 240v single phase ​ 1hp Motor 1” by 8tpi Thread​​ (special order thread; it’s not M33) MT2 in both head and tailstock Built in indexing Max turning diameter over the bed...

Looks like Makita have brought out an 18v cordless router / trimmer; the DRT50Z. Seems like it's only available in Australia currently. Anyone heard of this or got any idea if it will be available in the UK? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yfG3kfJkkP8

I am planning on adding a lathe with a large (16"+) over the bed bowl turning capacity to my fleet of lathes later this year. This is something I have been thinking about for a couple of years and always had in mind either the one remaining Poolewood model (DVSL I think), a Vicmarc 300 or one...

The drive belt on my Startrite 351s bandsaw recently broke and as I needed to be back up and running quickly I ordered a replacement from Record Power/Startrite despite, what I considered to be, a high cost of around £40. I have looked around on the web at the various places that sell v belts...

My latest Fine Woodworking contains an article about Stanley re-introducing their 750 Series socket chisels in the USA. It also notes that the chisels are being made here in Sheffield. I have not seen anything to indicate these will be available in the UK. Is anyone else aware of their...

I am off to Shrewsbury at the weekend and was wondering if anyone know of decent timber merchants and/or tool shops in the area? thanks Mark

I have two Porter Cable 690 series routers with standard base and D handle base and would like to add a plunge base. Does anyone know where I might get one in the UK before I resort to a US import? I originally bought one of the routers a few years ago from a company in the West Midlands, but...

Perform lathe 1hp motor, 1100mm between centres, 350mm max diameter over bed, speed range 500-2000rpm, 2mt head & tailstock, 1" by 8tpi spindle. Headstock can be moved along the bed and swivelled. Includes 4prong drive centre, live centre, straight and curved tool rests and faceplate. £50 ono...

Draper Wet and Dry Bench Grinder Model GWD205A 5"x 2" vertical dry grinding wheel 8" horizontal wet stone Good condition and plenty of wear left in both stones Currently sells for around £110 I'm after £30 ono Item located in Bangor North Wales PM if interested Mark

I'm looking for a new bench grinder with both stones being 40mm wide by 150mm diameter. I particularly like the Creusen slow speed model but am struggling to justify the high asking price (although I've no doubt it is a quality product). Does anyone know of any other models that have two 40mm...

I have just fitted my last Dragon Saws M42 blade to my bandsaw. Now that Dragon are no longer with us (most disappointing) does anyone have any recommendations for suppliers? I'm after a 112" 3tpi skip tooth blade. Thanks Mark

Just thought I would let forum members what an enjoyable visit I had to the Geffrye Museum last week - my wife arranged the visit for my 40th. Very interesting and well set out displays of British interiors over the last 400 years. Lots of nice furniture on display to give inspiration to us...

I'm looking to get a set of letter and number templates for router use. I've seen the Trend set listed in Axminsters catalogue (nice font but no lower case) and a Dakota set in Rutlands (not so keen on the font). Has anyone had experience of either of these templates or a recommendation for an...

Anyone got a copy of the expected reprint of "Cabinetmaking, a professional approach" yet? Just checked Amazon again and they don't appear to have it. Mark

I treated myself to a Tormek T7 for Christmas and have been thinking about what jigs I will add over the next few months. From looking through the forum it seems that Tormek and Jet jigs are interchangable between each others machines. Does anyone have experience of this and the quality of the...

Anybody received their copy of the Tools & Shops issue yet (Issue 202)? Mine normally turns up around the middle of the month, but nothing yet. Just wondering if I'm being singled out for special treatment! Mark

Just treated myself to a Clifton No7 Jointer Plane from Axminster before the price goes up. An excellent plane that worked great as soon as I got it out of the box. A couple of minutes on the waterstones putting a slight camber on the blade and honing down to 8000grit and it is even better. A...

Anyone tried one of these D handle routers now that Makita are selling a 240 volt version in the UK? I fancy adding one to my excessive pile of routers so that I can give my old Porter Cable a rest (plus stop using a site transformer!).

I have an Elektra Beckum BAS315 Bandsaw for sale. The saw is approx 15 years old and is in good order. It is German made, has a 0.75hp single phase motor, 12" throat and 7.25" depth of cut. It comes with a stand, rip + mitre fences, and a selection of blades. I'm after about £80. PM me if...

I have managed to pursuade my better half that I can pop into Axminster at the end of the week when we head off on holiday. I want to treat myself to a descent No 4 Bench plane. Any thoughs from forum members on the relative merits or otherwise of the models from Clifton and Lie Nielsen (as...