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[Capricorn]

okay, okay, there's a bit more of a back story to it that takes a bit of the lustre out of the story. 

 

My old man bought it in a fit of the must haves, and after using it a few times decided it was too unwieldy for him, and with his Shopsmith, he didn't *really* need such a large saw. So he bought a smaller lighter Bosch pro unit, and asked me if I wanted the Mak. 

 

Brought it back home in my carry-on luggage.

sorry for seeing past the 'embellishment' but lekker dude. that thing is mint!

[kosmonooit]

Just got given, yes... GIVEN... one of these. Makita 5903rk

 

235mm saw with multiple blades. Rip, crosscut, multi and metal.

 

Now I can get rid of my pesky table saw. Grrrr. Hate that thing.

 

IMG_5585.JPG

 

 

I've got one of them - its done a fair distance!   I see though the 'plunge saw' and matching track are an option,perhaps an upgrade, but the cut off is easy to use for just that, just dont expect a perfect cut.

 

I might also mention I have just picked up this big boy recip saw from Postnet - off Gumtree for R3k

 

http://www.makita.co.za/css/images/JR3070CT-Slider.jpg

 

One can get the battery powered version for about that price, but this guy has lots of power and duty cycle

Edited June 7, 2017 by kosmonooit

[kosmonooit]

Came across this brilliant idea for a hammer:

 

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/J84AAOSwfVpYwjxE/s-l500.jpg

 

STILETTO 15OZ

 

Cast Titanium - list on eBay for about $180. Apparently amazing to use, real easy on the elbow.

 

Anyone interested into a group buy to bring down shipping costs? I could do it via my myus.com account, and on a cost basis, and postnet to postnet once here.

[Capricorn]

Came across this brilliant idea for a hammer:

 

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/J84AAOSwfVpYwjxE/s-l500.jpg

 

STILETTO 15OZ

 

Cast Titanium - list on eBay for about $180. Apparently amazing to use, real easy on the elbow.

 

Anyone interested into a group buy to bring down shipping costs? I could do it via my myus.com account, and on a cost basis, and postnet to postnet once here.

 

If that's a legit one, then i'm definitely in. Been eyeballing one for a long time.

[eccc whippet]

Nice little custom order for wall mounted fishing rod racks

 

 

 

 

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Another custom order...the guy wanted to organize 80 fishing rods which were just standing against the wall in his garage

Edited June 10, 2017 by isetech

[kosmonooit]

If that's a legit one, then i'm definitely in. Been eyeballing one for a long time.

 

yea, seems so, US sellers and a branded item.

 

 

 

 I'll work out a provisional , will put through my business, so there will be shipping & VAT but myus.com shipping costs / options are quite reasonable.

[eccc whippet]

This was the best I could come up with for a floor mount unit to stand against the wall...out the way.

 

 

 

Edited June 10, 2017 by isetech

[eccc whippet]

A couple free standing units I designed and built...

 

 

 

 

 

 

[eccc whippet]

Because I had sell all my bass fishing stuff just to buy 1 bicycle...I only need a small space above the window for what is left of the rods [emoji12]

 

 

Some of the bicycles now take up the rest of my office...

 

 

 

Busy designing a unit to support the bicycle wheels with a lock on the pedal and crank arm...so you just hook the pedal into the lock and the wheels are supported...no need for chains ...straps and wire.

[DJR]

.........the guy wanted to organize 80 fishing rods which were just standing against the wall in his garage

 

 

And I though I was bad with about a dozen or therabouts! For his sake I hope he never develops a cycling habit.  

[Rocket-Boy]

Hey guys, not sure if anyone can offer any advice?

My father in law has recently retired and was given a wood lathe that he wants to start using. 

The lathe etc is in good nick and works fine but he needs to get a set of turning chisels.

Any advice on what would be a good point to start? i.e complete starter chisel set or maybe individual ones of a higher quality etc.

Im pretty sure he doesnt know if he will more into turning bowls or other items so that doesnt provide a lot of guidance.

 

If there is somewhere anyone can recommend to get them from - preferrably online because we are based in East London!

[Grantc]

Hey guys, not sure if anyone can offer any advice?

My father in law has recently retired and was given a wood lathe that he wants to start using. 

The lathe etc is in good nick and works fine but he needs to get a set of turning chisels.

Any advice on what would be a good point to start? i.e complete starter chisel set or maybe individual ones of a higher quality etc.

Im pretty sure he doesnt know if he will more into turning bowls or other items so that doesnt provide a lot of guidance.

 

If there is somewhere anyone can recommend to get them from - preferrably online because we are based in East London!

R-B you should find some useful contact info here:

 

http://www.homehandyman.co.za/woodworkers-corner

[carrera4s]

Hey guys, not sure if anyone can offer any advice?

My father in law has recently retired and was given a wood lathe that he wants to start using.

The lathe etc is in good nick and works fine but he needs to get a set of turning chisels.

Any advice on what would be a good point to start? i.e complete starter chisel set or maybe individual ones of a higher quality etc.

Im pretty sure he doesnt know if he will more into turning bowls or other items so that doesnt provide a lot of guidance.

 

If there is somewhere anyone can recommend to get them from - preferrably online because we are based in East London!

Firstly get this book: Woodturning, A Foundation Course by Keith Rowley. It is very good at teaching the basics. The book has a DVD as well to demonstrate the basics.

 

Then have a look at mrwoodturner.co.za for the Hamlet chisels, or at toolcraft.co.za and look at the Narex chisels.

 

Robert Sorby chisels are also very good, but a bit more expensive. You can find them at strandhardware.co.za and hardwarecentre.co.za in Randburg.

 

A set works out cheaper per chisel than loose chisels & gouges etc. But it will set you back R 3500 to R 4000.

 

Unfortunately the very cheap Chinese sets are shaped all wrong with incorrect bevel angles etc. It is very difficult to learn with incorrect tools, so stay away. Hardware Centre sells a 'cheap' Chinese set, but at least those are shaped correctly. I think they are around R 2800 for a set, but maybe 8 chisels rather than 5 or 6 in the other sets.

 

Or, if you have friends visiting from the UK, you can get a set of Robert Sorby for around R 2200.

Edited June 12, 2017 by carrera4s

[eccc whippet]

Hey guys, not sure if anyone can offer any advice?

My father in law has recently retired and was given a wood lathe that he wants to start using. 

The lathe etc is in good nick and works fine but he needs to get a set of turning chisels.

Any advice on what would be a good point to start? i.e complete starter chisel set or maybe individual ones of a higher quality etc.

Im pretty sure he doesnt know if he will more into turning bowls or other items so that doesnt provide a lot of guidance.

 

If there is somewhere anyone can recommend to get them from - preferrably online because we are based in East London!

my advice would be to join the wood tuners guild/ association in his area...the fellas have a wealth of information and offer really good first hand experience...good chance he could get a chiesel or 2 from one of them.

 

there is one in east london.

 

he will also need a good chain saw to keep in his car

[eccc whippet]

the web site for the AWSA

 

http://www.awsa.org.za/Contact-Us