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Jim McDonald
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Lighting-- @JimNC look around some of the home home improvement stores or websites. I have a gooseneck with a magnetic base i attach to the upper arm of my Pegas. I also had another I got from Lowe's a bit back that was a bit larger-but I just donated it a month or so ago. For magnification-- Even though my lens implants promised close up viewing, it is not close enough for me and I wear inexpensive readers (cheaters) when doing fine work. I even found a pair of tinted +2.5 that will make my outdoor precision work more comfortable.
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Just used one for a base coat and liked the flexibility. Navy Blue satin went on smooth.
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The mix of woods and your shaping really add quite a bit of detail to this piece.
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When you talk about getting the kerf dialed in just right, I feel that if you aim for 1 inch and come out at 15/16"--it still fits nicely in a 1" hole. Some will disagree, but it will give a bit of flexibility with the glue up.
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Excellent job on cutting and painting. And, a big shout to @alexfoxfor a great pattern.
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He did charge a modest S&H on those, but it was worth it. My schedule is packed for the next 10 days or so, but I am willing to collaborate with folks on a design after that.
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Something about old technology. Great cutting. Lots of entry holes.
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Those would be a great addition to any yard! (If you ever decide to give them a new home--I might know of a place .)
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You mentioned friendliness and you will find the scrolling community holds no secrets. Tips and techniques are freely shared. We ALL had questions when we started and have learned from each other's problems and solutions. So, ask away and someone will be along to give you an answer. Just remember the price paid for said answer.
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Great looking piece.
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Didn't pick it up to examine, but saw cans of 77 today in Staples. Looked like new packaging.
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Neat project.
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I also work on the patio and most days I have a slight breeze which keeps most of the dust away from me. But, I still use a blower to periodically clean the table and undercarriage. And then a leaf blower sends all the drop outs into the grass!
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Warm greetings from Central Indiana. No question is off limits here and no one hides any techniques.
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You might even have a T25 in some bit kit you already have.
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To quote the great craftsman and philosopher Red Green: "We're all pullin' for ya." Pay attention to the docs and when the time comes-- your therapist.
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I have used Delta, Hitchai, Dewalt and now running a 21" Pegas. I have cut with Olson, FD, Pegas, Bosch and even Vermont American blades in sizes from Superior Puzzle to #7. Pretty much 1, 3, and 5 Pegas MGT now and the puzzle for thin or super intricate work. Everyone develops an attachment to a combination of blades, speeds and feeds. The saw makes a difference in vibrations and table size. In my feeble little mind, the person running the saw is the biggest difference.
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I have drilled slightly undersized holes and then cut the nails shorter on an angle to make a new point.
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While not super complicated,it is NOT too simple for bragging rights. This might have inspired a new cutter to step outside their comfort zone. I know this is not something I would have envisioned.
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I miss driving my Pegas, but after a couple of household tasks get out of the way, I will be back making sawdust. (Maybe even a project or two)
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Beautiful work on a wonderful piece of stock. Almost looks metallic.
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I received my stick and will download it tonight. I know there are some all time favorites on there and some I may have missed--but will now want. Do I want everything-- of course not--but I now have the ability to have them close at hand.
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That sawdust is still perfectly aligned! Looking for great projects ahead.
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Years ago, as a nod to a cousins vacation to the far north end of the Outer Banks, I made them all a crab ornament. Little did I know almost all of them either had food poisoning or norovirus and look back on that week with dismay/disgust.
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I just ordered the stick and will probably see it Tuesday or Wednesday. Steve was using a fulfillment company to handle the sticks and I would assume his personal machines were for the downloads. He was great with computers, so it would not surprise me if he didn't have a small server on premises.
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