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  1. I am an engineer (Computer Software/Hardware -...

    I am an engineer (Computer Software/Hardware - not structural - I could do the math if I knew a bit more about bending moments and modulus of elasticity... but I digress) I think I have found a...
  2. The Schwarz design I'm referring to is from his...

    The Schwarz design I'm referring to is from his recent (last year or so) blog posts at Lost Art Press - NOT from the Workbenches book (my bad, I should have been more specific). Also - if you want...
  3. In a traditional Nicholson - that is correct. ...

    In a traditional Nicholson - that is correct. However, as I stated, I'm going with Chris Schwarz' design - which calls for laminated 2x stock for the top (works out to 3" thick). Per CS, it makes...
  4. Ooooooo..... I just felt my wallet get lighter....

    Ooooooo..... I just felt my wallet get lighter.

    Although I have a Vintage 1910 Stanley 45. I still think I need one of these. So I can preserve the Stanley for the future. That's my story and...
  5. Question about Split Top Nicholson Workbench Build

    I'm ready to pull the trigger on a Nicholson Workbench build (because my first workbench, while it turned out great - I did many things wrong design wise).

    I'm MOSTLY following Chis Schwarz...
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    I have both the Vertias Plow and Router planes. ...

    I have both the Vertias Plow and Router planes. Both are VERY high quality and I can't recommend them highly enough. Any for my 2-cents - You do need 'em both. Especially now that Lee Valey has...
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    I don't know why all the hand wringing - the...

    I don't know why all the hand wringing - the "practice on a LOT of scrap" (not that there's anything wrong with practice). I redid a bathroom with Blum hinges. I'd never done euro hinges before -...
  8. How about a proper striking knife - like: ...

    How about a proper striking knife - like:

    http://adamcherubini.com/Layout.html

    Granted - the "modern" knives are good. But I'll bet that LV can take the classic and bring it into the 21st...
  9. Thread: Grinder

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    If you want a "BIC Lighter" tool (ie Use it up -...

    If you want a "BIC Lighter" tool (ie Use it up - throw it away) by all means, go with a HF brand.

    Personal preference - go dry - wet is messy no matter what you do. You'll still need a small...
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    If you are just trying to hog out material - a...

    If you are just trying to hog out material - a LONG drill bit would be the easy way out. If you are a purist - a big auger bit in a brace-and-bit is a "purist" solution. Since you've already...
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    Wow - that bench has seen some history. Here's...

    Wow - that bench has seen some history. Here's some thoughts:

    Is it solid or wobbly? If it's wobbly - could you tighten up the joinery sufficient to use the bench again? If not - do you want...
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    Oh darn! I never thought about recessing the...

    Oh darn! I never thought about recessing the vise and bringing the apron behind it like that....

    Back to the CAD program - time to make more design changes.
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    I realize "it's a gift" - what I'm wondering is...

    I realize "it's a gift" - what I'm wondering is WHAT are the other titles in the series? I'm debating whether to "go for it" or not - without further information - I'm reluctant to commit to this.
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    Popular Woodworking DVDs??

    Just got a DVD in the mail from Popular Woodworking - title is "Essential Woodworking Techniques". The host is George Vendriska. Says this is the first of a series....

    It looks interesting and...
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    Even with a laptop - there isn't alot of room for...

    Even with a laptop - there isn't alot of room for hardcopy off to the right (if you are transcribing or working from hardcopy). If that isn't an issue - you're good to go.

    Just as a (cheap)...
  16. PC makes a good tool - unless you got a lemon,...

    PC makes a good tool - unless you got a lemon, it's probably "a loose nut holding the tool". :eek:

    You may have tipped the biscuit joiner when you plunged it (it's easy to do if you don't have...
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    I can't cite my source - because I can't find the...

    I can't cite my source - because I can't find the article - but I read a glue review that said based on testing and the manufacturers specs, that TBII was stronger than TB and TBIII (TBII was the...
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    o More Money o More Space (easy if you have...

    o More Money
    o More Space (easy if you have money)
    o More Time (easy if you have enough money to quit your day-job)
    o More Tools! (easy if you have money and space)
    o More Knowledge - Spend a...
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    I'll have to respectfully disagree with Mike on...

    I'll have to respectfully disagree with Mike on this one. That cap most certainly COULD be holding a SIGNIFICANT charge. Don't try to disconnect or move it without discharging it.

    The proper way...
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    It's a very nice workbench. But - If that...

    It's a very nice workbench.

    But - If that was Noah's workbench - and the design was an established fact - then I wonder why there aren't modern equivalents outside of this museum?

    To me,...
  21. RANT - Solution Found!

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    I've been thru 3 different 20mm bits (Rockler, MLCS and Festool) - that's close to $80 worth of bits (Festool ain't cheap). NONE of the 20mm bits make holes that will hold the Clamping...
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    Pocket screw joinery will work in MDF - but the...

    Pocket screw joinery will work in MDF - but the critical element is designing and building the piece such that the joints will not be able to move. During construction - you have to clamp EVERYTHING...
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    I have to respectfully disagree with some of the...

    I have to respectfully disagree with some of the other posts - I believe I can see some spiral pattern on the dowel. The spiral may not be as deep as modern dowels - but there's something spiral...
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    Actually, Nail Polish Remover contains Ether...

    Actually, Nail Polish Remover contains Ether (yes, THAT Ether). There will usually be a mineral oil as well (to keep the ether from evaporating before it disolves the nail polish). It may also...
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    If I had no limits on space and ca$h - I'd get an...

    If I had no limits on space and ca$h - I'd get an 8 inch. But I'm perfectly happy with a 6".
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