Trade Show

[Glen Walker]

Anyone going to the Wood working show in St Louis this weekend? I was just curious what to expect, and if it would be worth the trip.

[Darren Salyer]

http://sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=74639

[Kenny Heermann]

Hello, did go to the show in KC, no big dollar deals but interesting being able to see tools and jigs. Craft supplies had some turning supplies and a pen making hands on demo. You turn the pen and take it home, look for the big guy with a smile, he will be of great help, but be careful, that turning stuff can get under you skin and you just can't get rid of it. That big guy is a member of all 3 of our local woodturning clubs in the Kansas city area.

[Jim Hill]

Glen,

I went today and had a good time. I got there early and actually found a parking spot the first time through the lot. I found a few deals on some small things that I needed. I really enjoy just looking at a lot of the stuff which you hear about. The large equipment was pretty well represented. Festool had two vendors. Fein was there-disappointed that they didn't have any specials at all. Also, I went to Rockler before I went to the show. They had some in-store specials, since they didn't participate at the show this year. Hope you have a good time!

Jim

[Mike Heidrick]

I went as well on Friday. Lee Valley was doing free shipping and no tax. Ordered out the 36" steel straight edge, a Japanese bevel gauge, and the 6" Starrett. I forgot the LV feeler gauges though - GRRR. Also picked up another Gripper and some new pieces for my existing one (I am a fan of the Gripper), a set of the $7 Peachtree aux fence clamps, and a Gorilla Grip for my plywood stack. Also checked out the 18" Steel City Drill Press and ABOUT pulled the trigger. Had to walk away about 3 times.

Forrest was high on their blades - guess I will wait for Amazon.

Laguna was their and they had a 16HD on display. I drolled on it.