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  1. Linus

    Joke thread

    Oh no it isn't:LOL:
  2. Linus

    best mix for a Tyrolene gun

    No big deal but if you searched under tyrolene it probably draws a blank - try Tyrolean finish instead;) e.g.
  3. Linus

    Joke thread

    I know, but as we STILL don't have a groan emoji I thought I'd post it.😊
  4. Linus

    Joke thread

  5. Linus

    Strictly Come Rigging....

    I don't dance but I remember a sage friend of mine who said " Dancing is a pre-mating ritual, and if there is no mating going to happen then why waste the energy"
  6. Linus

    Lathe rest not smooth

    Sounds like a plan Phil. Can you elaborate on the scratch stock and how you hollow out the rest in prep for the HSS for us uninitiated? Cheers Lyn
  7. Linus

    Joke thread

    You have to understand - it goes back to Agincourt!!!!!
  8. Linus

    Joke thread

    I had to look them up. Never heard of them🤨
  9. Linus

    Joke thread

    :dunno:
  10. Linus

    How to safely turn very thin

    +1 for Michael O'Donell. Also several vids showing the technique on YT. Best bet is to start with really green wood and keep it wet whilst turning if you can. This guy is humorous and informative at the same time...
  11. Linus

    I love being retired.

    I know of a retired couple in Spain who have a full cooked breakfast every Saturday. When asked what day it is, they can quickly calculate.....hmmm! had breakfast 3 days ago - must be Tuesday. Works for me! :)
  12. Linus

    Joke thread

    Oh yes. Hell hath no fury like a woman's corns.
  13. Linus

    long hole boring kit recommendations

    I have the Record long hole borer and it works OK for me albeit only 24" worked from both ends. It has to be done slowly mind - patience is a virtue
  14. Linus

    Joke thread

    And for something a little more seasonal!
  15. Linus

    Why cant i get neat joints

    I am not an expert but I think you misunderstand the role of jointer and thicknesser. Initially you want to flatten the offcuts with the jointer to get a flat reference face. If you are just gluing boards together then the reference faces should then fit to each other snugly. If you want to...
  16. Linus

    Why cant i get neat joints

    No I think the OP is referring to blade setting moving a ruler 3mm by hand as per most setup vids
  17. Linus

    Wanted Stabilizing wood

    At a very basic level, when I have found tearout on spalted beech a problem, I have turned the best finish I can and then I cover the whole surface with a couple of coats of cellulose sanding sealer (homemade shellac and meths). Let it soak in and dry and then turn to a finish. It works most...
  18. Linus

    1/4" router bit

    I don't know if this will suffice. I bought one last week for cutting grooves and it worked a treat. It has both 1/4" and 1/2" arbors. Bestgle 6 Kerf Adjustable 3 Wing Slot Cutter Router Bit Set with 1/2-Inch Woodworking Cutter Tool 1/4", 3/16", 5/32", 1/8", 3/32", 1/16" : Amazon.co.uk: DIY...
  19. Linus

    Balls

    At least I stopped it rolling away!
  20. Linus

    Balls

    Here's one I made earlier! I do like Yew but what do I do with it now?
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