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Couldn't agree more. Generally, readers of specialist magazines buy a mag for 2-3 years before they outgrow that particular publication and either move on to a more 'advanced' mag, or turn to books etc... I think the Internet has changed that entirely. I think the basic building blocks and...

No. I'll send a copy to anyone. If you're mad enough to put your head above the parapet it's a good idea to share coffee with snipers. Nick

Perhaps I shouldn't have said what I did. I was very emotional about what people were saying in a thread about another mag and wanted to show that it means a lot to me (not just financially, I promise). I wanted to thank members for their support. Email me your postal address, Jake, and I'll...

I think that is outrageous. I'm sure there's a vein of truth in what you say, but your comment lacks imagination. It's your loss, and exhibits a blatant lack of understanding of the balance between promotion and contribution. I've put the miles in answering questions (not as many miles as...

I can't tell you how much I appreciate the comments various kind folk have said about my mags here. Not because it leads to sales (though of course that helps), but because they understand how much effort it takes to produce them. I've been really impressed by the Forum recently, and viewing the...

What a fun life we must all have using the Forum to discuss car parks!!!!!

There is a very big car park just next door to the college (behind the Westgate Centre) and another beside the Ice Rink (get your skates on), so parking isn't quite as bad as people imagine. It just costs! I think the Westgate car park is about £4 for two hours. The Park & Ride car park is free...

Not entirely sure, but I think it's rather more wide-ranging. They are giving wood to some furniture makers, other bits to turners and green woodworkers. But quite a lot is going to be made into outdoor furniture and things for schools, with the students at Rycotewood working with children to...

I visited Rycotewood Furniture Centre, the venue for Talking Tools on 12-13th Feb cos I'd never been there before, and I have to say that I was really impressed. They educate folk from 14 to any age, and have some interesting programmes that get their degree students designing projects to be...

Good idea. I've got to go to London to cut up a pear tree soon. Perhaps I can take some mills with me. Nick

That's too easy, Pete. We've got them in already (except that we've only got the block plane and the spokeshave at the moment)!!! A mate of mine who owns a L-N block plane is comparing the two. Make it more difficult than that! Nick

You are right, Big Soft Moose. British Woodworking is out next, at the end of January. I just noticed your sub coming in. There is sometimes a bit of a delay before a sub is active. As a result I think you may have missed the cut-off deadline for the next issue of British Woodworking, which...

Thanks, Squib. I'll buy you a beer at a show! Nick

Of course I agree, indeed I'm flattered. Just having a jest! Keep up the good work, Forum. By the way I had a fascinating interview with Tom Lie-Nielsen this evening. He's coming over for the Talking Tools event in Oxford in February and watch out for what he has to say in the next issue of...

I concur with what Richard from NMA said earlier: this radial arm saw has a fabulous reputation, and it's sad they aren't available any longer. Nick

Not sure how to take this, but I'm sure I should be glad to hear they're passing around and there's a demand. We also sell them!!!!!!!!! All's fair in love and war, they say. Hope you enjoy them, perhaps so much that you might subscribe on 01778 392080!!!! Cheers Nick

Bill Carter recommended Chalco Stamp & Die to me not so long ago and I've been meaning to do an article about them. They don't have a website but you can call them on 01933 418311 and ask for Ian Houghton. His email is [email protected]. Chcers Nick

Do you know about the Association of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers? Members can only join if the majority of what they sell is local or Scottish (I can't remember how they define that). They have a website www.ashs.co.uk. Cheers Nick

Not sure if this is the thread to mention it, but I watched half of the first DVD of Steve's bandsaw film and was very impressed. I like his relaxed style and the creative way he goes about explaining things. It really feels like you're in the workshop with him. Great work. We'll be reviewing it...