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Dovetailed Tea box Build

Posted on November 20, 2021 by admin

I presented this box to my girlfriend in 2021. Full build of the dovetailed tea box originally done By Mike Pekovich from Fine Woodworking issue No.269. I encourage you to check out the plans for this project or at least … Continue reading →

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Rust Removal By Electrolysis

Posted on October 17, 2021 by admin

I made an electrolysis bath to remove the rust on the book press. 4 steel rebar, cabled together in series as the anode to be connected to the positive lead on the battery charger. Dangled steel wire connected to the … Continue reading →

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York 100 Bullet Vise

Posted on October 14, 2021 by admin

I picked up this York 100 Bullet vise used locally for $40. I’ll have to pretty it up and post some after shots. Still looking for a Wilton Bullet vise but they’re not common in Canada.

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Spider on the doorstep

Posted on October 5, 2021 by admin

I saw this guy this morning on my porch. I haven’t seen one of these before, I think it’s called a wasp spider. It was big.

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Book Press Restoration

Posted on September 14, 2021 by admin

I always thought book presses were nifty. They’re old, solid, made of cast iron and built like a tank. I like the huge metal crank wheel on the top and the beefy threaded rod that raises and lowers the press. … Continue reading →

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Grinder Side Wheel Wobble

Posted on July 23, 2021 by admin

I’ve been searching for a decent low speed grinder that’s of equal quality to my high speed Baldor to use for sharpening my woodturning chisels. When in the store, every grinder I’ve tested all seen to have the same side … Continue reading →

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Hayward Aquavac Motor Replacement

Posted on June 9, 2021 by admin

My Hayward AquaVac Pool Cleaner recently stopped working. It would run for 10-20 seconds and quit. I checked for debris and free moving wheel bearings and impeller which were all fine. Only the motor was left, this is how I … Continue reading →

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New Video: $25 Woodpeckers edge plane Knockoff

Posted on June 7, 2021 by admin
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Tea Box Build Completed

Posted on May 27, 2021 by admin

Here are some pictures of the tea box completed. I’ve assembled the magnetic clasps with 4mm hemp rope and wrapped with 1mm hemp twine. I think it turned out great.

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Tea Box Build Update

Posted on April 5, 2021 by admin

Here are some images on the progress of the wenge with curly/birdseye maple liner tea box.

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