Discussion Forum
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Circular Saw Model(s) Recommendations
Note that I looked briefly at FWW forums/articles about above - and these seem to mostly be from around 2005 or so. To wit. I have a one-off project that…
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Restoring Stanley No. 3/Type 19 – Depth Adjustment Nut Overly Tight No Matter
I recently inherited a pair of Type 19 Stanley smoothers. The no. 4 works like an absolute dream after total overhaul and with Hock blade/breaker. The No. 3 is a…
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Record 073 shoulder Plane – Retrofit with L-N Lg. 73 Blade?
I have a basically unused Record 073 with a bad blade. I am considering trying the L-N 73 blade - L-N said it could be returned if it doesn't work…
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Taylor Toolworks Legit?
I was interested in purchasing some items from the above vendor for first time. I noticed they have a bit of a peculiar return policy which is unlike most of…
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Stanley Sweetheart 750 Chisels – Initial Prep – How Much?
I was interested in getting a set of the above chisels as second set for traveling off site. Has anyone had direct use experience with them? In particular how much…
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DMT Dia-Sharp Stones – Initial Use Prep?
I recently got a set of the Dia-Sharp stones - have used other DMT products but not these. Do the surfaces need any kind of "prep" - or are they…
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Recs/Thoughts Delta or Grizzly 120 V Cab/Contractor Saws
I need to get an secondary table saw (limited use/backup/"somewhat" portable) that is wired 120 and is in the $1000 +/- price range. I've seen the Grizzly G0771Z which meets…
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8000 or 10000 Waterstone? – Plane Blade Final Hone
I've been using various other sharpening methods/materials and recently decided to start using waterstones. I bought 1000/4000/8000 Norton set. To wit. I am going to put the secondary bevel on…