Another thanks - this time, Kent Bathurst

[daniel lane]

I finally got time to move all of the stuff around in the basement and have started setting up shop. Now I'm looking to build a workbench with actual workholding capabilities (as opposed to what I've been using) and in reading some threads, came across a comment by Kent about DSS SYP (here). I never once thought about looking for DSS SYP, but now that I'm in North Carolina (vs. many years out in CA and NV), I figured it's worth a shot. There's a builder's supply just up the road from me; I went in and introduced myself and asked if they sold to the general public. Long story short, they will sell me DSS SYP at less than the BORG charges for #2!

Just got the RFQ back and will be placing an order shortly. Only "downside" is I can only get 16-foot lengths, so I have to cut it in the parking lot to get it home...but I figure 16-foot DSS is going to be some mighty clear lumber!

Anyway, thanks, Kent. You inspired me to find better quality lumber at a lower price!


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[Kurt Cady]

Sadly Kent left this forum. I always appreciated his insight

[daniel lane]

I hadn't heard that! Sorry to hear he's no longer here. Well, I'll be thinking fond thoughts of him for his inspiration and for our previous interactions.

I've been an on-and-off regular on SMC, and have been mostly gone for the last 2 years or so due to an extremely high travel / high workload position I took. Any other big things I missed out on?


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[Mike Allen1010]

Sadly Kent left this forum. I always appreciated his insight

+1 Really miss Kent, especially his sense of humor!

[Chris Hachet]

One advantage of an SYP bench is that it is much quieter if you pound on it for making mortices and the like. I ahve an adult son who sometimes works at home and lives at home...he is saving money to buy a house when he gets married.

Quiet could be a real asset in a bench...

[daniel lane]

That's nice to know, Chris. I'm looking forward to trying out a 'real' bench.

Just went through a modified cut list and the quote, looks like I can get everything I need for my bench AND a smaller one (same style!) for the kids for ~$150. I can hardly wait to see the looks I get standing in the parking lot with a hand saw making 8' pieces to put in the back of the truck!