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Great old clock! Those types of clocks were called :Black Mantels." I've probably repaired a thousand of those over the years. I had a dozen or more of my own which I gave away. I loved clocks. Gilbert, Seth Thomas, Ansonia and dozens or hundreds more. Started as a hobby in about 1976 and lasted until a year or so ago. I've never loved anything more. It became a passion. I only have about 20 clocks around the house now. Thanks for sharing your clock.

I have two old Hegners, 18 and 14 inch saws. There isn't much original on my saws. I get rid of anything that is redundant. The long bolt to tighten the table angle is replaced with a hex head bolt and is now out of the way. The little box covering the lower blade clamp is gone. I removed the arm that held the foot as it had no useful purpose other than the foot. Even the blade clamps are crap. Even the quick change clamp is only a mediocre improvement. So why do I LOVE these Hegners? They are easy to improve. The Germans are hardheaded as I should know being one. They have had their crappy blade clamp design for 400 years. To change would be to admit it is flawed. Hawk had the right idea. I made blade holders similar to those used on the 16VS Hawk, the barrel style. They work so much easier. It is much easier to place the blade in a little hole than using the thumb and forefinger to guide the blade into the little slot, holding it in place and then tightening the knurled knob. I have neuropathy in my hands and feet. I no longer have fine motor skills. That's why I had to give up clock repair, model railroading and sundry other things. Hegner changing clamp design would be admitting the saw can be improved and we can't have that. In spite of all that I LOVE the Hegners, clamps or not. They are so durable. Had Hegner been in charge of building the Panzer Germany might have won the war.

Welcome back Clyde. So sorry for the loss of your wife. Hopefully I'll be gone before my wife is. Difficult thing to contemplate. Glad you're back though. Lots to see here and lots of nice folks to hang out with!

Every hole is fun. 400 holes are just 400 times as much fun!

I bought it from Frank Paxton Hardwoods in Denver. I ordered Russian BB 1/8" They put the sheets in my vehicle. I paid no attention until I arrived home. Stuff sure was smooth. It has either a laminated or sprayed finish. I used it and love it. I have no idea what it is called. I buy my 1/8 and 1/4" from them and still have a supply. Next time I order I'll ask what it's called. I can't phone them as I am too deaf to use the phone.

Google Russ Beard Patterns. You will get several hits. It will lead you to Facebook where I get his patterns. They are free although I'm not sure why he does this except that he's a very generous man.

Very nice pattern which you cut beautifully.

Pattern by Russ Beard, a great designer. 1/8" laminated Russian BB cut one up, no stacking needed. #2/0 Pike blade. 400 holes and saw time was 7-1/2 hours. The laminated BB is a joy to cut and although Pike blades have no reverse teeth there is negligible tear-out on the back. I hate finishing and this material needs none. Frame via Hobby Lobby.

Nice job! I love cats.

You did an excellent job. You should be proud!

You did a dynamite job. I would not ever be capable of a project of that scope. Very, very nice.

Yes we are! Very nice piece you've done. I like it.

Very nice cutting! The color makes everything more interesting.

Welcome to the Village Tom! Another old timer here at 82. Lots of nice folks here to help and share information. Glad you found us!

Hahaha Ray! Ever the opportunist!

I love the job you did!

Beautifully done. Nicely framed too!

Great job on the portrait and cutting!

Beautiful work and the colors are exciting. I also appreciate the details you give. Wish people would take a hint. I enjoy looking at nice work but I appreciate the details. I always learn something!

At 82 I have the very same problem. I stumble around with a cane to my workshop. I am fortunate though as my Ace is inly three blocks away.

I don't. I just took the router with me and matched up the springs. I had to make a couple of small collars at the bottom to limit the own travel. I like the StewMac because the Dremel screws in and out of the base so easily making it easy to change drill bits. Also the size being smaller is less cumbersome than the Dremel plunge router and is used with one hand.

Yes it is Ben. I just modified it a bit and used new springs from Ace Hardware. Works really well.

Very nice sentiments. I like it.

I love old iron restored. Very nice!

My plunge router of choice. It is spot on as the Seyco is. Sold by StewMac as a Dremel router base. StewMac sells tools for luthiers. Expensive but worth it. I have a Dremel plunge router but it is not very tight and wanders a bit which is irritating when trying to spot drill in very small places.