Issue 123
Issue 123
Once More into the (Knee) Breeches
A buddy of mine flew into town from Beaumont, Texas, just in time for the first of May. Of course when he got into Minneapolis it was snowing, but while he found that remarkable … we did not. In fact, that same morning while I was walking my dog, I saw several of my neighbors in overcoats and knee shorts. Common garb in these parts, but I have found this to be a puzzlement to those without relatives in prairie cemeteries.
Spring offers a return to garage workshops for many of us, a weather reprieve of significance. We may still be wearing long johns while we work, but our double doors are open, the tools are whining (and so are finicky neighbors).
Time to raise some sawdust before the fishing season adds another dilemma as to how I spend my time. Such sweet decisions.
– Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
What's In Store
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Leigh D1600: Leigh’s Latest and Greatest
Leigh’s new D1600 avoids the complications of the D4 dovetail system and ends up with remarkable results.
Today's Woodworker
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Stephen Hatcher: Turning Natural Beauty
Stephen Hatcher’s creative woodturnings are so masterful, it seems impossible to believe that ten years ago, he didn’t even own a lathe.
Industry Interviews
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Preppin’ Weapon: More Comfortable Sanding
Todd Deshler’s “Preppin’ Weapon” truly is the sanding block we’ve all dreamed about.
Q & A
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Changing Color in Cherry Plywood?
I am currently making two cherry bookshelves using combination of solid cherry and cherry plywood. Will the plywood deepen in color at the same rate as the solid wood?
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Gluing Boards vs Clamping
When gluing boards together, woodworkers sometimes use biscuits, and sometimes they just put glue on the edges and clamp. Is there a rule on this subject?
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Prevent Rust in Pots
What is the best way to preserve a paint pot after use and clean up to prevent rust in the pot?
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Sharpen Carbide Saw Blade
At what point is it no longer feasible or reasonable to sharpen a 10″ diameter carbide saw blade?
Feedback
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Bow Saw Plans
Last issue, we visited a web discussion on clamps made with black pipe, some of the problems it creates, and some solutions. That generated the following responses.
