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Thanks very much for your thoughts, Brian. I do appreciate your listing the sanders you use for the detail work which is where I really struggl. I do not have a multi tool but I think that it has just shot to the top of my wish list! Thanks Robyn

If you would consider sending the to a UK address, I would consider purchasing 3 or 4 of the festoon items, still showing as available. Are they still available? I would want to use PayPal to pay you, no costs on your end, only on mine. Cheers Robyn

Looking for advice from those who are used to getting a fine finish on interior items, including boxes and clocks. I have been advised to purchase a Festool R90 FEQ Rolex sander. I know next to nothing about finish sanders and need advice? Is this the best sander for the job? It is round but...

As a New Zealand resident (now) and formerly a Canadian resident, I have been confronting this issue for years. I eventually found a method, that I believe is better and cheaper than using the eBay Global/International system. I use a “reshipper’ such as MyUS.com which, for a fee, provides...

Hi folks. I am reasonably new to this forum and this is the first time I have ventured into the Scrollsaw section. I am wanted to acquire a working treadle powered fret saws roll saw but there doesn’t ever seem to be an option of getting one in New Zealand, so I need some advice and help...

I have the same Record b/s - have you found a decent gauge to fit the Record mitre slot? I still have not found anything - like you I also use Incra but of course it doesn’t fit the b/s! Cheers

Fantastic!! Where do you purchase your pig suede from, if you don’t mind telling? Cheers Robyn

Will look at the Festool option if I decide to go ahead with the power saw - it makes more sense than a bigger cabinet saw. I will also think about the Bridge City option, which although expensive may be sufficient for my immediate needs. Thanks for your thoughts. Cheers Robyn

I have had a look at the Bridge City option and am seriously thinking about it as a possibility down the path a bit. Thank you for that suggestion!!

Thanks Patrick for your comments. When I say that I don’t have any woodworking experience, I do have some experience with hand saws, drills a circular saw etc from before I became sick as I was one of those people who put up shelves, hung paintings, curtains etc. made a bench and seat for the...

Gentlemen, thank you all for your advice. I prefer straightforward advice to help me make informed decisions and that is what you have provided, so again, thanks for that. To address a few specific comments, NZ has the same voltage/amps as the UK, just our 3 point plugs are slightly different...

Hi folks, I am looking to purchase a new small table saw. I mostly make boxes and panels with marquetry. I do not make “big” things but often have several hours worth of cutting pieces for the boxes I.e. repeatable cuts. I am not sure what kind of saw I should purchase. The newest Festool...

Thanks Tom, at this stage I’m thinking of passing unless someone here has a strong opinion otherwise.

I have a chance to purchase a Rapier 500 (equivlent to a #5, I believe) for $50 NZD Which is about 30 GBP. Does anyone know anything about these planes and whether they are worth having for a user plane? Cheers Robyn

Thank you. Your advice is noted. I,have acted upon it and told him I accept his offer of $15 US dollars. hi there, well the outcome at the moment is that he has sent the package without the fence, by fedex. I don’t know if he has sent the $15 cash until it arrives, but he did say he had paid...

I am guessing that the UK Financial Ombudsman‘s powers do not extend to an eBay transaction between a USA based sellor and a NZ based purchaser.. my guess is eBay has a requirement in their Rules, that all disputes are resolved by them and all people that use eBay are required to submit to...

Yes, I have made all my communications through the eBay message system. I also copied all my eBay emails to my own email, so I have a complete record. Thanks for your thoughts.

Hi Adam, I was interested in your comments about the eBay procedure as I was left with the clear impression from @Phil Pascoe that there would be no satisfaction from deal with them. I actually was disappointed in his response because I had only had good dealings with PayPal. Anyway, I have...

Thanks Derek, I enjoy your comments as you seem to “hit the nail on the head” with your responses. I am getting deal with this transaction, event if I have to purchase the fence later. Regards Robyn

We, have to pay GST of 17% - it’s always an “ouch” moment!