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  1. Cato

    Sewing table questions

    Interesting thread, as I have been pondering building a sewing table as well, but not so big of a footprint. I've been thinking of a dropleaf type to save space when not in use. I usually just scour pictures to get ideas and then graph out a design from there. Lol, it's why I don't make too many...
  2. Cato

    I made a Table!

    That's gorgeous!
  3. Cato

    Milling question

    I have a similar set up, 6 inch jointer and 13 inch Dewalt planer. I usually edge joint and then rip to fit the jointer for flattening and then to the planer for surfacing to final thickness. I always figure in enough overage for an extra table leg and/or project boards either for grain...
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    Finally finished the table I promised my wife.

    Zach, That is a great looking table, and even if I had detailed plans that I understood, LOL unlikely, it would probably take me years!! Great job and workmanship in all areas.
  5. Cato

    Miter Gauge

    I too have the Osborne and have been using it for years. I've found it to be a wonderful tool and with the stop block and the non skid fence on it, well it does the job with no muss or fuss. Love it, but its the only one I've ever used so I have no comparison to Jessem or Incra, etc.
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    Toy box

    Thanks Ken! I did look hard at those torsion hinges, but wasn't familiar with them and how well they worked. For the price of one of them I was able to get the solid brass hinges and the soft close arm, which I had seen a video of. However, the soft close arm was a PITA to get aligned for...
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    Toy box

    Haven't posted anything for awhile, but here is a cherry toy box from Santa's workshop for my grandson. Most challenging part was mounting the requested soft close arm to protect little fingers and puppy dog noses! Manufacturer directions left something to be desired for the critical stage of...
  8. Cato

    Olive Ash Burl and Wenge Coffee Table

    Excellent! Impressive undertaking and stunning results. Congrats on a great build!
  9. Cato

    What type barrel or shop fan do you use?

    I have a small shop in 2 car garage and so my ceiling mounted Jet AF unit moves the air pretty well for me.
  10. Cato

    PC Dovetail Jig driving me crazy!

    I have that jig and though I have only used it for through dovetails, it has worked very well. I have found it much easier to use two routers set up identically than switching back and forth. Makes dialing in adjustments a snap for me. I use a 1617evs and a PC 690. Might be worth a try to see...
  11. Cato

    Best mobile base?

    I like the ease of use and strength of my Jet mobile base. I have a Portamate under my jointer, but not happy with it. My DW735 planer is mounted on the Dewalt mobile base and been very happy with it.
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    Protecting Cast iron machinery in unconditioned storage?

    I used WD specialist from the big box store on my jointer and Jet TS. Sprays on wet and then dries to a film. They were stored two years with just that one application and covering both pieces with a light cotton loose weave sheet that you use to protect rugs in storage. Equipment did not rust a...
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    Couple cutting boards

    Recently decided to try some woods that are common, I just didn't have experience with them. Not sure why after all this time. Decided to try my hand at a couple cutting boards and use the hard maple and cherry to see how these woods would work. Pretty pleased with both woods and it was nice...
  14. Cato

    Changing large cansister dust filters

    I do pretty much as the others have mentioned. I use my agitator paddles on my Pennstate DC canister, but a couple times a year I will tap it with deadblow on outsides to shake what I can, then follow up with a soft bristle brush in the inside pleats before removing the canister. Then I take it...
  15. Cato

    sliding miter saw.

    I have the Makita 10 sliding compound miter and love it.
  16. Cato

    My First Real Project - COMPLETE! (I think)

    I think you did a great job. Refinishing is no fun, until the end, and you stuck with this the whole way! Congrats on a beautiful job.
  17. Cato

    Arts and Crafts Book Case

    Really nice work on this and great finishing work!
  18. Cato

    Trestle table in maple & bloodwood

    Awesome table and love the breadboard ends! I've only made them once on a coffee table. Really beautiful work!
  19. Cato

    New Saw?

    Eric, congrats on your new saw! I think you'll find it a joy to use.
  20. Cato

    Slant top desk

    Awesome, Larry!! Really fine craftsmanship and finishing.

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