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From what others have said the Oval Skew is not that easy to sharpen well.

I’ve enjoyed experimenting with carbide inserts over the years. I’ve not tried a square insert yet but it’s on the to do list, I’ve had the inserts a while.

I like the ceramic belts from these folks. https://www.abtec4abrasives.com/50mm-x-785mm-ceramic-cloth-sanding-belts-per-belt-11703-p.asp

There are at least two different countersink angles used on carbide inserts. Metal cutting inserts such as the *RCGT types for example have a steep angle. The larger square inserts from planer heads have a much shallower angle. You can see the difference on this page...

I’ve just recently come across this site. They not only sell carbide inserts but also the correct type of screws for them as well. https://www.ridethebevel.co.uk/

It depends on what tools you have but no, they aren’t difficult to make. Pay attention to the fasteners though. Even some of the commercial tools don’t always use the best ones. I recommend using proper insert Torx screws. The round cupped ones use standard insert Torx screws. The square, and...

Seen on FaceBook.

I repeat, they can and do come off. As I said, I’ve seen it happen several times.

Drill chucks are not designed to take side loads. Most drill chucks have a Jacobs or DIN taper in the body. This means that whilst a Morse taper arbor can be secured in the head stock with a draw bar, there’s nothing to stop the chuck coming off the shorter Jacobs or DIN taper. I’ve seen this...

Well you don’t need to drink the green one! 😆 https://soylent.com/collections/all-drinks

Actually, this isn’t a Joke. 😉

I’m not sure if any of you have seen this but it’s quite comprehensive in giving you options. https://www.mnwoodturners.com/cms-files/sharpeningturningtoolsbookdo.pdf

Having had damp workshops in the past, I resorted to using clip lock food boxes from the supermarket for small tool storage.

Not to everyone’s taste but it’s been nicely done by the look of it.