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Some very interesting readings. I was particularly amused by recommendations for protecting saws during long periods of non use. Smear with mutton fat or Russian Tallow........and why not lol. I must also remember to wear my waistcoat and tie next time I conduct a saw sharpening session...

Nice "find" should keep you busy for a while.

So, I am part way through renovating an old Disston 26" panel saw 6tpi, filed for cross cuts, which belonged to my late grandfather. Since his death over 40 years ago it has been somewhat neglected, albeit in comfortable dry conditions. And despite being in good all round condition the old boy...

Outstanding, you have done a wonderful job on the router plane. However, at the risk of appearing rude, is the final colour of the body grey, or is it primed awaiting paint?

Every few months ?? - A good sharpen whether they need it or not - Get yourself down to the bric - a - brac shop, fine old stones galore :lol:

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Norm Abrams has a lot to answer for, building a tall boy in a couple of half hour shows doesn't begin to identify the amount of time it takes to build a piece of furniture. How much time do you reckon you have invested so far? With this in mind, it makes one wonder how the pro boys eek a...

Coming along nicely Derek, lots of work but well worth the effort. The dovetailing really stands out too. Great work. David

Sweet looking little saw. What is the top coat finish on the handle and how is it applied? David

David, I tend to use a Scotch bright type pads laid flat on the bench and work the flat sides of the plane over the pad. However 0000 wool is useful for the awkward spots. I do wax and oil my planes religiously after each use anyway, although my recent experience has proven that despite having...

Thanks for the feedback boys. Ironically, I did heat the shop on the Saturday (after the air had become a little warmer than preceding days) with an electric fan heater. Perhaps I should have left it on for longer to dry the air a tad more. The most badly affected tools were the ones closer...

Despite having an insulated and dry workshop and keeping my cast iron tools waxed and well oiled I noticed while pottering around last Saturday most of my cast iron tools were 'sweating' from I can only assume the abrupt temperature change. I was initially a little concerned but as I have had my...

Hi Derek, you look to be as guilty as me, tool excess! I haven't dobbed you in it though. :D I hope you made it home ok! David

Never enough room, never enough room. The large tool cab is mainly 18mm BB ply. The Plane tills are hardwood (recycled from our old conservatory). David

I came across this web site while perusing. Thought it may be of interest (if not already known) http://hackneytools.com/ David

When I bought one it turned up in the back of a Mitsubishi pick up truck. the seller and his son dropped it off after a 100 mile trip. No damage, no problems. :D David

I think you maybe right Andy, Collectors only. I won't be bidding either. :lol: David

Perhaps another example where someone believes their 'treasured' chisels are worth more than they are? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Spectacular-S ... 100005.m18 David

Exactly the same for me, wife, small and light, loves the memory foam, me bigger and heavier, absolute nightmare, worst thing ever. They cost a fortune, so until I can figure a way to get rid of it, it is my penance for being taken in by the sales pitch. We even had a comfort station test...

I do not wish to seem controversial, however, I cannot understand why everyone accepts, or wants woodedn slats on their beds? POW were forced to sleep on wood slatted beds, a luxury compared to a damp concrete floors for sure but as a modern bed?? why do we want them. I suspect due to the...