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Another vote for the Metabo. Just looked at the Makita specs and the 6030 is much the same as the Metabo with a 300W motor. The 6050, however, has a 750W motor for the same size pad. Reason? The 6050 also comes in 2 versions with differing characteristics. Worth looking into. Brian

That depends on where the clock is, floor or ceiling

Hybrid solution:- Start with a router chamfer cutter and finish with a hand plane. Brian

There are any number of these 12" sanders emanating from China with various distributor names. You should be prepared for problems due varying QA at the manufacturer. It's therefore advisable to use distributor with a good customer service reputation and returns policy. The SIP from Parts For...

I had one of those a few years ago. It had a different name on it, possibly Warco. I picked it up originally for next to nothing thinking it might get used one day. In fact I only ever used it once but came the day when I contemplated some more delicate work and realised I would need to upgrade...

Sorry, long gone

A valid reason for a Post why hijack this thread? Start a new one with a relevant title and grab the attention of a much wider congregation Brian

The self sharpening parts have now been located and can be included in the sale

I think you should read 'WHY WE MAKE THINGS AND WHY IT MATTERS' by Peter Korn:- https://www.abebooks.co.uk/9781784705060/Why-Things-Matters-Education-Craftsman-1784705063/plp Brian

Solid Grade Laminate, but beware, that nice Mr Google advises it also means Same Gender Loving. In this context I assume it's the former. Brian

Re your mitre angles, here is a method worth having a trial go at Produce the inlay trench to your required width and mitre angle Prepare a stock of inlay veneer Lay in overlong veneer strips such that they overlap at the mitre (you may have to tape them down) Lay a ruler straight edge from...

You appear to be a bit of a tool magpie

That begs the question - what is the datum for the 2.5m limitation? I've not seen any definition, so it's down to the inspector's opinion. Brian

Thanks Ollie,have marked it as sold

Pushing the bounds of 'workshop' tools here but some of us split logs for purposes other than firewood. This log splitter was purchased about 4 years ago and has been used for only a few sessions. It is the same as the current offering from the Dorset company Titan Pro. It comes with a stand and...

A very useful machine in and out of the workshop. About 4 years old but has had an easy life. As per current model from Screwfix except the self-sharpening system has been removed. I found the saw didn't perform at all well with the s-s tooth profile so I changed it for a conventional chain...

CI on modern hobbyist machinery is just a sales gimmick. My p/t made by Metabo has aluminium tables but the same machine from RP features cast iron. The planing results from each will be indistinguishable. Brian

If not pressure treatment at least slosh a load of preservative in and around the joints as it is erected. Brian

Are you intending to treat the timber before election? Over time the timber will dry out, move and split. The corner joints, especially, become vulnerable to water ingress and rot can set in unseen, so pressure treatment before assembly is worthwhile. After assembly I would recommend a surface...

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