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  1. mlcannon

    Need advice on sharpeners

    I am going to buy a sharpening system for my lathe tools in the near future. Currently I am sharpening them with a small rotary tool (I know this is probably dumb on my part, but it is all I have other than a really cheap grinder without jigs!!:-( ). I have looked at the Tormek system with the...
  2. J

    Need some advice

    I just completed a hope chest. I used birch plywood with poplar trim (edge joined, molding, as well as the base) I want the stain to be like Red Mahogany. Is there a way that I can get the poplar trim to come anywhere close to the same color as the birch? I tried on several sample pieces and...
  3. Gofor

    End Table, Need Advice

    Hi All. LOML wants some new end tables. I built the following proto-type out of pine (at least I got that done for Mother's Day!) so we can make sure the design, dimensions,etc are what we want. This is my first try at edge joining wood and building drawers (another reason for the proto-type)...
  4. SkintKnuckle

    Seeking Tenon Jig Advice

    I have some rough cut cherry and have an order for an end table from my daughter-in-law. I was curious what technique is best? 1- Get a tenon jig for my table saw, any suggestions on which jig? 2- Use the table saw miter gauge and nibble away. 3- Use table saw and band saw to cut...
  5. Gofor

    Advice requested for a hand plane

    I am a somewhat novice at furniture making, altho I'm on the far sideof 50, and with the decreasing quality and rising costs of furniture-grade ply, I am building more out of edge-glued boards. The largest plane I currently have is a #4 Stanley that I inherited from my dad (at least 50 years...
  6. W

    Need Advice on shop equipment

    As stated in my intro, I am new to wood working. I have the basic power tools: Table saw; Mitre saw; two routers w/ table; compressor w/ framer, finisher, and brad guns; dovetail jig; kreg jig; orbital sander; circular saw; and such. I have been seeing alot about jointers, sanders, and...
  7. BBF

    Need Lathe advice

    Can Someone tell me how you go from round to leaving a square on the same turned spindle without chipping up the ends of the square corners? Thanks
  8. H

    Advice on a good chisel set...

    I've been tinkering in relief carving for the past few years, but have always used some crappy chisels. I noticed my small v-gouge has became so thin on the right side that the metal flaps in the wind:-D I'm looking to buy a new set of chisels with a couple of good gouges for stock removal...
    • hk538
    • Thread
    • advice chisel good set
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Woodcarving
  9. Matt

    Need Lathe Advice

    Ok, I want to learn to turn. However, I have no lathe and no tools:eusa_doh: I was thinking that I would get a full size lathe with a rotating headstock (LOML wants me to make her some chargers, platters, etc once I get halfway decent). I have seen a new Delta runs around $600 (plus tools...
  10. Arcrist

    Need Speedy Advice Please

    So im finishing up a jewlery box, with vertical doors (like a cabinet). When the doors swing shut, theres a gap inbetween about 1/8 inch. I tried for hours messing with the magnets for the best fit and thats it. I can press the doors shut and they will stay flush but if you just swing them...
  11. B

    Woodworker needs employment advice!

    Hello all! My name is Barrett Miller and I was wondering if I could ask for advice. This is my first posting... My wife and I moved to Raleigh from northern CA last June... I'm a 30 year old, amateur woodworker, furniture designer and maker and somewhat new to the woodworking industry in...
  12. M

    Need Advice for Routing Raied Door Panels

    I am looking for some advice on routing raised panels. I just picked up my first raised panel bit and I have to admit, I am a little intimidated after trying a piece of scrap. I routed across the end of a board and it did not feel safe. I then tried to make several passes raising the bit a...
  13. ChrisMathes

    Scrollsaw advice

    I have not used my scrollsaw much at all. I am working on a project now where I need to cut a 'window' into a piece of wood. The window is square on the sides and bottom and arched at the top. (This is a small project, btw). When I've played with my scrollsaw in the past, I never felt like I...
  14. BIRD

    Wood Filler Advice

    I have a walnut cabinet that I removed the doors and hinges. I now want to cover the holes the screws left behind. I've seen different products that you can buy to fill holes, but this is (I hope) a one time fill job. Does any one know of a shop trick to filling up holes and blending it to look...
  15. Steve D

    Lathe advice

    I have the opportunity to pick up an older lathe here locally that seems to be in very good shape. It is a Rockwell / Delta 46-140 with the following: 11" swing, 36" between centers. Headstock ballbearing and morse taper, tailstock morse taper. Bech length 50", all cast iron construction. It...
  16. P

    Jointer Advice

    I'm taking a look at some new toys. Wood Guy Disease in full effect. Does anyone have any experience with this Delta 37-195 Jointer or recommendations on something else? Main concern being size right now.

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