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    I have an Ottlite that I got at Joann Fabrics. It has two interchangeable glass lens. I had the Horrible Fright one and the lens was plastic and hurt my eyes. I can use my Ottlite with my bifocals and no problems. Mine also has a 3X and 5 X lens but i typically use the 3X. Mine has a fluorescent light but would love to have one with LED adjustable brightness. My recommendation is to try one at the store and make certain yours eyes are happy with it. Peoples eyes vary a great deal and important to find the right one. Best use for mine is digging splinters out.
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    Given how much you scroll and the great number of hours, you probably got your moneys worth.
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    This is my drill press table with t-tracks, replaceable insert, led light and dust collection.
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    My Hegner is on a three legged Hegner stand. The back leg is up about 3/4". It is very stable.
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    My drill press will go down to 1/32". However for small bits, I prefer to use a Dremel. I do not have the Dremel drill press accessory but have looked at it.
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    Those are well done with excellent colors.
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    The FD-Polar might be a good choice for some other skip tooth blade. I have good luck with PS super sharps for difficult woods. No matter what blade, they may not last long. Also, when cutting back up frequently to help clear the sawdust from the kerf. AND BE PATIENT. It will be slow cutting.
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    Good job on the dust collection ! There are quits a few no with similar designs and they are effective. The Loc-Line works really well. I have had mine for several years and have not glued it.
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    You should try PS Woods Super Sharps. In my experience they are the fastest cutting blades especially thicker woods and are the most expensive.
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    My suggestion is to pick just a couple of things, styles, and concentrate on them. IMHO.... I think trying everything at once is confusing.
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    I think you have more than enough blades. Your go to blades are related to what you cut, your saw and personal preference. What I like probably is not what you would like. You need to cut things and decide what you like.
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    I went to power carving because my wrists are BAD. I do a small bit of hand carving but too much and my wrists scream. The carving is fun but somethings end in the trash pile.
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    Very well done ! The ornaments look great with the carving. I have also been trying some carving with power tools....flex shaft Dremel.
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    Excellent work !
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    I have both type mops. The Mac mops are better for more delicate things. I use them on smaller things also because they are less grabby.
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    I change blades when it is time to change blades. You can feel when a blade is getting dull by how it is cutting. Typically, it is cutting slower or you are pushing harder. I never try to time how long to use a blade as there are too many variables.
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    A cheap but useful air filter can be made with a cheap box fan and furnace filter.
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    I don't use a mask but have a very god dust collection on my Hegner.
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    Nicely done !
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    The deer, tree and star are done separately and are 1/2 to 5/8" tall. I try to make them a contrasting color or wood so they show up. I have made a few for my family and given a few away. For me, it takes a lot of concentration to cut these small things.
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    I have found that too much pressure causes pinching of the blade. Using sandpaper on the inside allows me to use less pressure and avoid binding I am certain that part of why I have designed these is making small object such as inside these ornaments. It would not be possible to hold these without the clamps.
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    These are my holders for doing compound cuts... I use a spring to keep constant pressure on the piece even after making a cut. The insides are covered with sandpaper to reduce slippage. I have added knobs on top to help better hold and maneuver the piece. With arthritis, this makes it much easier for me. I have several sizes depending on the size of the piece. I needed the small one as I have cut ones down to 5/8" tall.
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    Make certain to secure the piece.
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    Yes, I find the same thing and just he nature of the wood. It seems cutting across the fibers is easier than along them.
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    Db measurements are on a logarithmic basis. A 12 db difference is more than 10 times louder.
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