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  1. smithy

    Job related prayer request

    One thing you can be sure of...God never makes mistakes. We sure don't know what his plans are for us in the future, but He will never give us more than we can handle. As far as buying into a business, if it is a partnership, make sure you have a good dissolution agreement. If it is a...
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    Protective Gloves

    What type of gloves is the best to use to prevent small cuts and abrasions. I am taking a heavy duty blood thinner and any little "nick" results in a LOT a blood flow. I have searched and found a ton of gloves with no explanation about their protective qualities. If you have any experience...
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    Knife Making and being Disabled

    I know the feeling of not being able to do something without help. Things I was able to do easily before the heart problems kicked in. One way I have gotten help with my shop was to call a near-by high school and asked if there was a kid that wanted a small part-time job. I now use the first...
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    I saw the light...

    OK...I'll never be a free hand grinder. I've been trying to grind a blade free-hand for the longest time. I've tried edge down/edge up, looking up, down, behind the wheel. So I had almost decided to chuck making knives... And then, AND THEN, along came the Bubble Jig from Fred Rowe. I tried...
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    Sound off for Memorial Day!

    I think you just did... I gave my kid the day off so she and hubby could go to a Reds game sans kids. My grandkids are here with me getting ready for a cook-out after the game. I am very grateful for those guys that keep me and mine safe and free while they are in harm's way. May God bless...
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    Alabama Damascus broken into

    It's not their fingers that should be put in Brad's power hammer. The part that goes in the power hammer is located about half way down... Teddy
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    Best way to practice,practice, practice

    OK, I've been hanging around for about 8/9 months and reading everything I can on just about any phase of knifemaking and I have questions I can't find answers through searching (either there is no material or so much that it is hard to dig through). 1. What material is good to use for...
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    SEEING SPOTS! Need some advice.

    I'm no expert, but check the rear lens element (the glass on the inside of the lens) for dust. Just a thought ...Teddy
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    How to make a sanding stick

    A sanding stick is just a sheet of sandpaper wrapped around a flat piece of wood like a paint stirrer you get free at most paint stores. I found a great video,http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=EGRxAYb6wVU, that will show how to make one easily and correctly. ...Teddy
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    Soldering 416 and D2

    The first rule of soldering is that cleanliness is absolutely necessary. Use soap & water first, followed by alcohol. The second rule of soldering is that the parts must fit together perfectly. Solder will not fill a gap. The third rule is that both pieces to be soldered must reach soldering...
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    new guy from ohio!

    Welcome to the most friendly, informative knife site on the web. I'm in Cincinnati. If you are close, give me a shout...Teddy
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    Shop Pictures

    Very nice shop...how do you keep it so clean? Do you have a dust collection system? ...Teddy
  13. smithy

    buffer safety

    http://i1258.photobucket.com/albums/ii533/Goldsmithy/New%20shop/DSC00881_zps6d69d599.jpg I hope the link works, it's the first pic I am trying to post. This is my buffing set up. The little graver grinder is gone. The motor runs at 3450 rpm. The hoods and platform around the wheels are to...
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    Brotherhood is sweet

    Beautiful knife and sheath. I think that it is because they are full of love. Terry and wade...your KARMA just increased ten-fold. Great gesture. ...Teddy
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    Handle Pins

    Another great video...thanks Mike. ...Teddy
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    Thanks Boss

    That's class. Congrat's on a job very well done.
  17. smithy

    "Please allow me to introduce myself, I'm a man of wealth and fame..." R.Stones

    Welcome to the madness. Lots of GREAT folks here who will benefit from your knowledge. It's a wonderful addiction.
  18. smithy

    KD Hog hunt?....

    I'm sorry that I can't make it, but here is a tip for anyone who wants to fly to the event. It is legal for you to use the USPO to send your gun to yourself, as told to me by the ATF. No problem with local gun restrictions when driving across states w/o ccw reciprocity. ...Teddy
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    Knife Making and being Disabled

    I told my doc about falling and he sent me to therapy to be checked out and the therapist took one look at my eyes and said...yeppers. They look at eye movement. Therapy involves walking in a jagged pattern while looking up/dn/rt/lt. 6 visits= no more falling. ...Teddy
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    Knife Making and being Disabled

    It is REALLY important that you find the cause of your falling. I had incidents like that and I ended up battered and bruised a few times from falls. Mine turned out to be my eyes and some type of crystals that get out of place. Therapy helps greatly, at least until those damn crystals start...
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