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  1. wizer

    Dura Grit Bits

    Hi Guys Has anyone here tried the DuraGrit bits? I want to great a series of dimples to make a textural pattern on something I'm working on. I've tried the diamond ball bits, but they just burn. I need something that cuts a sort of bowl shape into the wood. The other option is dental burrs...
  2. wizer

    YOKB II - Kent Bash Gathering

    Ye Olde Kentish Bashe II - Return of the Oryx Hi Guys I know it's a long way off yet. But I want to get an idea of when and if people want 'YOKB II: Return of the Oryx' ? From the feedback last year we seemed to all agree that it need it to be a little bit later in the year. So what about...
  3. wizer

    Not Wormy Good

    Hi Guys I have been experimenting on the lathe recently. I turned this bowl out of some 'character' sycamore that I have. Before I even put it on the lathe, I knew it had worm in it. So I thought it would be good fodder for colouring/texturing. As you can see, I took the spray cans to...
  4. wizer

    Flexi Shafts?

    Hi Guys I recently bought meself the Axminster Multitool with flexi shaft kit. I use it with a caroll sanding drum primarily. However, the vibration of the hand piece is almost unbearable. Is this normal? After 10mins of use my hand is cramped and 'tingles' for about an hour.
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    Turning Video from The European Woodworking show

    Hi Guys For those who don't venture into the General Woodworking forum. I shot some video from The European Woodworking Show. http://thewoodhaven.co.uk/phpBB3/blog.p ... -show-pt1/ Video 2 is the turning one, featuring Rolly Munro, Graeme Priddle, Mark Baker and our own Mark Hancock. The...
  6. wizer

    Video from The European Woodworking Show

    Hi Guys I thought you might like to see some video I shot at the show last weekend. http://thewoodhaven.co.uk/phpBB3/blog.p ... -show-pt1/ Hope you enjoy it. Cheers.
  7. wizer

    2 Days of fun with Mark Hancock

    Well as a nice little present to myself and from the family, I just spent a couple of days with Mark Hancock. After I had to cancel the Rolly Munro course earlier in the year I knew straight away that I wanted to spend that money with Mark. I've always admired his work and, seeing as he sold...
  8. wizer

    Chainsaw Woes

    Eh Up. I bought an Axminster Electric Chainsaw last year. It was fine for the first couple of logs, then it started to labour. I tried sharpening the blade but it didn't seem to make a difference. So I ordered a new blade. For one reason or another I never got to put that blade on and try...
  9. wizer

    Piercing Bits

    Hi Guys I need some piercing bits for my Axminster multi tool. The only ones I can think of is the Mick Hanbury set, but his site says he's sold out. Anyone know which are best? Ta
  10. wizer

    For sale - small bundles of timber.

    Right, I'm going to start putting lots of timber together and posting them in this thread. I really don't know the best way to do this, so please let me know if you think there's a better method to this madness. There are 2 reasons I am doing this. First and foremost is to clear some space...
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    For Sale: Woodturning DVDs

    Clearing out my collection of DVDs. Postage will be £1.50 for one item and 50p there after. Woodturning Bill Grumbine - Beyond the basic Bowl - £8 Mike Mahoney - From the Tree to the Table - £10 Neil Scobie - Making an Erosion Bowl - £8 Bill Grumbine - Turned Bowls Made Easy - £8 Mike Mahoney...
  12. wizer

    For Sale: 3 Woodturning Tools

    Hi Guys Sorting out some stuff I'm not using. I appear to have ended up with three of each of these tools, which is too much even for me! ;) 6mm x 12mm Parting Tool 8mm - 1/4" Spindle Gouge 26mm Roughing Gouge Will take £12 each or all three for £30
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    Selling Blanks

    Hi Guys I have come to terms with my wood obsession and I want to get rid of a load of it. It's good stuff, it's just too much to store constantly in my way. I was wondering how you guys think I should prep it for sale. Should I make round blanks from the boards or cut it into squares...
  14. wizer

    Gossip over at the AAW

    I've not read the full thread, but it sounds pretty serious... http://www.aawforum.org/vbforum/showthread.php?t=7364
  15. wizer

    Stiles and Bates show 11th & 12th June ?

    Hi Guys By chance I happened on a link to the S&B show. Completely forgot about it this year. Their website does not list any demonstrators, other than Record Power and Sorby? Anyone else know if there are going to be Pro-Turners demonstrating?
  16. wizer

    25% off Cabinet Hardware

    Yes my favourite retailer is holding a 25% off Cabinet Hardware sale this weekend. PLUS free shipping. You have to guess who it is tho, as apparently swearing is banned on this site.
  17. wizer

    Lathe For Sale

    Guys There is a lathe for sale in the General Woodworking section. One of these: He wants £60
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    Are David Ellsworth's videos still available?

    Hi Guys I fancy a couple of new turning DVDs for the journey to work next week. I'm going to get Mark Sanger's. But I read the other day somewhere that David Ellsworth had a series of videos. I can't find them anywhere. Anyone know where I might find them? Or if not. recommend some good...
  19. wizer

    Double Stickery Tape?

    Sorry, been watching The Tigger Movie today (again) :roll: I have run out of double sided tape. I use it a lot, it seems. The last roll was from Axi, but with delivery it makes it £23 for two rolls. Does anyone have a cheaper source? IIRC the stuff from B&Q was about as useful as Anton...
  20. wizer

    DIY Rotary Adapter for Vac Pump?

    Hi Guys I bought a Vac pump late last year and it's been collecting dust ever since. After splashing out on the ProEdge, my toy fund is depleted for the time being. So I thought I might have a go at making one. All I have found on the subject so far is Bob Chapman's diagram. But he states...
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