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    WIP eerf grinder question

    Yep shoulder bolt is what I put on all my rotating flat plattens now. CW
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    I have something purty...

    Really nice score, I agree I would probably just put it on the wall also. CW
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    neoprene foam suppliers

    I have used the blue sleeping bag foam, it deteriorates with each press. That was until I covered the foam with strong paper towels then they worked great for years. I now use the black foam designed for the kydex presses and am much happier with it vs the blue foam. But hey if you can get the...
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    Folder screws needed......Help!

    Get some 2-56 and some 4-40 from Usaknifemaker. If either of those dont fit looks like it might be metric. CW
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    What type of wax for scales?

    Been using ren-wax for about 5 years, just finished up my first can and need to buy another one. Love this stuff. CW
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    Days of Old

    Really cool old photos. CW
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    Talk about lucky

    Sweet, nice score. CW
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    Painting bare metal question

    Wow, looks fantastic. I really need to get a SWag stand for a portaband I have sitting around. Might get more use that way. CW
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    Painting bare metal question

    I wouldnt, PCB etchant will promote rust if you dont neutralize it all after etching. Just wipe it down with acetone, primer it and paint it and your good to go. I have used PCB etchant on a few items and had them rusting up a storm the next day, Seems I didnt neutralize them well enough after...
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    My new sandpaper storage solution

    Lay it on its side and I bet you will be good to go, Great idea. CW
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    Can you spare a couple VIP passes for Blade?

    No problem, Shoot me your addy and how many you want. I have not received them yet but think they will be coming shortly. CW
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    will this Lathe work?

    I have a lathe this size, Its usually called a mini lathe. Look around and you can probably find it cheaper, I would suggest getting a quick change toolholder for it and good carbide tooling, although HSS is good if you know how to grind it. Really happy with mine, I think you would be also. CW
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    Radius Platen Guys I need Feedback !!!!!

    My radius platten is a 36" radius. Just means the part of metal between the top and bottom 2" idler wheel is a 36" radius. Works slick but gets hot as *hit because of the extra friction of the belt going over it. I dont use it that much because of this but occasionally use it for a different...
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    Is there such a thing as a good mini mill?

    I have had very good luck with the Chinese mini-mills. They are strong, stout, heavy and rigid. IMO they are alot of mill for the money. CW
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    Mokume Gane in the Small Shop: The Complete Guide to Diffusion Welded Mokume Book?

    I have the Mokume Gane a comprehensive study by Steve Midgett book, its a great book but I just looked and it goes for $225 used on Amazon. I also have the Mokume Gane by Ian Ferguson book that goes for only $16 on ebay and it is easily as good as the Midgett book. Save your money and get the...
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    Forged Harley connecting rod blade

    Way cool, I love it. CW
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    All in a day of a knifemaker.

    Art, Yea I see it and on both sides of the blade. Would not be happy about that either. CW
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    Grinder motor advice

    1.5hp will meet most knifemakers uses, I have just recently got to the point where I think a 2hp will benefit myself. I bet you would be pleased with a 2hp motor. CW
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    Bubba Let me know if you intend to attend The blade show in Atlanta this year. If so I will send...

    Bubba Let me know if you intend to attend The blade show in Atlanta this year. If so I will send you a VIP pass for cheaper entry. CW
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    Didnt realize you were on this forum, Glad to know it. Let me know if you intend to make Blade...

    Didnt realize you were on this forum, Glad to know it. Let me know if you intend to make Blade this year and I will get a VIP pass for you. CW
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