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I bought a Laguna 14-12 several years ago and got the carbide tipped $150 blade. It work wonderfully for resawimg thin veneers. Tracked straight and cut a very smooth surface. But Ileft the blade...

I have used and abused a Milwaukee for about 10 years and the only problem I've had with it was the trigger switch went wonky. The nice part is that just about any reputable electric motor repair...

I don't remember where I got it but there are pen mandrel 60 degree points available that work fine in Oneway live centers that will get you a little further away. They are very inexpensive. If you...

This is a great tip! Here's another update: Next time you go to a fast food restaurant, grab a fistful of salt packets. Works as good as sand but dissolves with no residue.

That second bevel tip is priceless!

I was just concerned about the run out that so many say can be a problem with mandrels & live centers. I have a mandrel that seems to be OK with a live center point, but I just figured between...

I want to get started turning pens and have a question. Is it possible to turn pens between centers using the standard bushings you get where you get your kits.

I have had one of the 14/12's since July and have only had one problem with it and it is not a big problem for me.

First let me say this: before you even set up your saw, watch the You Tube video...

Thanx for all the replies! I guess it's pretty much like Scott say's: "You pays your money & takes your chances."

Thanx for the info, I appreciate your reply. I don't have any "fear" of Craftsman as some do. I've used their old smaller model saw for about 26 years had no trouble whatsoever, (for a small saw)...

I have been researching contractor table saws. My brother in law has a Rigid 4512 and I had pretty much decided on one too, until I started reading other reviews. He has had no problem with his at...

So sorry to hear this bad news. My sympathies and prayers for you and all of yours.

+ all the other comments on the Thompson gouges. I got my first (good) bowl gouge from him and my learning and skill level took an immediate curve north. They hold an edge longer and silly as it may...

Perfect, just perfect.

I hope this doesn't violate any rules, but I just found this and for what you get all assembled in one place & ready to go, seems like a hot setup. By the time you rounded up all the pieces, I would...

Thanks for the update, glad to know your all right John. Get well soon. We all need your inspirations!

John, that is spot on perfect, and as far as I'm concerned that is the best finial you have done to date!

Great looking wood and a fine job of turning, but you are right - it doesn't work. IMHO the rim is way too wide. What would it look like if you started the curl under just outside of the top bead and...

Dale, that's absolutely right. Now I remember it was Jim Burrowes and he had a booth at the Artistry in Wood show at the Airport Expo Center in Dayton, Ohio. He tried to explain it to me but he was...

I went to a woodworking show recently and saw a bowl turned with another bowl inside of it. Kinda like when you stack two identical bowls in the cupboard only with the top on leaning off kilter. Can...

Wow, what a small world! Cograts to you and yours'. Best wishes for another 25!

Yep, we used to get a kick out of that song when we first started out together, especially the part about the barbecued chicken and aluminum foil. I have never seen anyone use as much foil as she...

Bernie, I use their "Original Finish" which is a very highly polymerized Linseed oil with beeswax. It does impart a slight color to light woods, but it's not an ugly color. What I like about it is...

Thanks everybody for your very kind comments. I'm giving it to her Saturday at a surprise (I hope) party at the camper. I can hardly wait!

It's been quite awhile since I've been able to post anything, I apologize for being a "lurker", but I've been working pretty hard and long hours.

I had been trying to come with a meaningful...