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I was asked by a forum member (kablerj) to post a tool revue on the CarveWright CNC machine. So here it is... I have had mine for close to two years and can honestly say that I am totally satisfied with it. To be completely honest, for the first couple of months, I did have some problems and had to ...

I also converted the plans from PDF to MPC files to work with my CarveWright cnc machine. The cut outs are way faster and accurate with the cnc. Here is my second build with the cnc... [ATTACH]26711[/ATTACH] Because the pieces were cut cleaner and more accurate there was a lot less sanding involved ...

WOW!!! George. That is a lot more complicated than I had first thought. How long did it take you? I would also vote for stain in multi colors. I would estimate at least 15 to 20 hours. You have to wait at least an hour between glue ups. Not to mention the time it takes to cut out and sand each litt...

A few weeks ago someone sent me a link to a Youtube video about building a Model 1874 lever action rubber band gun. HERE is the link. Needless to say I was thoroughly impressed. So I downloaded the free PDF assembly and pattern file as well as the parts 1 & 2 instructional videos and a week late...

Dick, Here is a podcast that might interest you on tuning a hand plane for performance... CLICK HERE Also here is one on three hand planes every shop should have... CLICK HERE Here is a PDF list of all the podcasts with hyper-links to the url for each podcast. Just click on the one you want to see i...

Welcome, Jim. Here are a few sources for wood and info for you to check out...

Woodfinder: http://www.woodfinder.com/

D&M Woodworks: http://kansaswood.com/Lumber.html

The Wood Database: http://www.wood-database.com/wood-identification/

Excellent workmanship, William! A job well done.

Here is another Firefox add-on/extension that works great for me because it is so simple to use:

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I think that is a 510.

Ed, the little plane turned out really nice. I was really proud of it when finished. I haven't used it that much tho and am sure it would work better if I spent the time to sharpen the little blade correctly. Since I haven't had a call to use it I just haven't done anything with it. If you think you...