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James Thompson

Hey Guys, I'm late introducing myself...Actually joined this site weeks ago..I have found members to be very helpful and I get the impression some go way out of their way to help others. I'm glad to have found such a place. So anyways...I'm from Texas , been here (middlesex) for going on 4...
- james thompson
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- Jan 23, 2012
- james thompson
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Who We Are
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Thompson Turning Tools vs. Others

Hi everyone! What are some of your likes and dislikes of the Thompson turning tools vs. some of the other brands that you might own? I have some Sorby's and Penn Ind. and thought I might try a couple of Thompson's. Packard has their own brand( Sheffield Steele) that look good too. Thanks.:icon_scra
- HLW
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- Mar 27, 2011
- thompson tools turning
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Woodturning
Thompson Tools bowl gouge and grinding setup

I bought my first bowl gouge last week and I finally got a chance to put a handle on it. It is a 1/2" Thompson V shaped bowl gouge. I don't have much experience with lathes or lathe tools so take all of this with a grain of salt or too. Shipping was great. It arrived before I expected it. And...
- eyekode
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- Sep 6, 2010
- bowl gouge grinding setup thompson tools
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Woodturning
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Thompson Tools

Ordered a 3/8 and 5/8 U shaped bowl gouge from Thompson Tools this evening. Can't wait until they get here. The Ci tools are nice, but don't replace good quality gouges, IMO
- Nate Davey
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- Jul 30, 2010
- thompson tools
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Woodturning
sharpening Method by James D. Thompson

Hey Everyone, I saw this on the same Website that Jeff posted about the 1912-1921 Shop Notes : http://www.ncwoodworker.net/forums/f29/1912-1921-poplar-mechanics-shop-notes-28718/ Thanks Jeff~!!!:notworthy: Looks like a great way to sharpen your tools and save $$$ :icon_thum...
- MrAudio815
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- Jan 11, 2010
- james method sharpening thompson
- Replies: 0
- Forum: "How To" Forum