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    I also reckon the routers potential is held back(finish wise) by even mid quality bits. I tried a whiteside bit and it was superb. Much...
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    I was amazed at the difference in quality of freud carbide v cheapo. I was doing a job where hitting nails was inevitable. The freud bit...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Sycamore finish.
    Water based finishes are based on a water clear acrylic resin. They impart hardly any colour and if there matt little sheen(unless...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Sharpening for beginners.
    Im so pleased dougb sorted out your issues as i see so many saying "i watch x or y on youtube" but even something as simple as a sharp...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread How much ?.
    These type of boards are a bit variable. First how dry at 3 inch, second how much worm?
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Sharpening for beginners.
    they actually sold for over £170 delivered! Over £40 per gouge. For what are in essence old sheffield gouges. So when people say...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Sharpening for beginners.
    I was reading a pro joinery fb group post that said dont even bother with chisels. There unnecessary and it cuts out a process thus...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Ledge door.
    ive seen some batten doors move over an inch. Even a small amount is a pain tbh. But your door looks the business. Can you adjust the...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Ledge door.
    Its certainly moved as if its expanded.
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Ledge door.
    Im sure that book mentions an expansion allowance usually 1/32 per foot. Just take a look at the gaps and put a straight edge across the...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Ledge door.
    Did your boards expand?(or more correctly did you leave sufficient gap on the t and g?) Ive found its very hard to stop cupping on slash...
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    Anything filmed by roy sutton is superb as he was a master using both.
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    I think these arguments always consider a router table as a safer option and therefore to be commended to beginners. I see why i really...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Combi Drill advice.
    Erbauer were much more robust than i expected tbh. A friend used them and they performed well. The combi drill was about the worst bit...
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    johnnyb replied to the thread Replacement Mortice Lock.
    I find the whole area of locks confusing in general. Bs locks have improvements that dont really make thiem more secure. Who picks or...
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