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  1. Gene Howe
    Yep. We saw antifreeze freeze solid in the can at -52.
  2. Gene Howe
    How unique! Great idea..
  3. Gene Howe
    I have some small countersink bits without the drill bit, that can fit in a hand held device. Might work on the underside.
  4. Gene Howe
    Where in Alaska are you? Courtesy of the USAF, I spent some time in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Both in the summer and winter. We saw -52 one winter in Fairbanks. Was in Anchorage for the quake, too. Helped clean up from the Tsunami that hit Seward.
  5. Gene Howe
    Any one ever play around with a product called Gallery Glass? Saw some really neat effects on YouTube. I'll be trying some soon.
  6. Gene Howe
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  7. Gene Howe
    Hope your sales take off!
  8. Gene Howe
    They're both really nice, Dick. Masks are a hassle, for sure. But, we want you to keep breathing so we can see you at the next Bent Prop gathering.
  9. Gene Howe
    Very nicely done, Dick. I'll bet they hang it with pride.
  10. Gene Howe
    My Shopsmiths don't lend themselves to infeed or outfeed tables so, roller stands it is. I love my 'smiths but, sometimes they're a royal PITA.
  11. Gene Howe
    Some say spirals are hard to control. Looks like you've mastered it.
  12. Gene Howe
    I'm with you 100% on that purposeful thing. Although, making things of beauty for beauty's sake has it's rewards.
  13. Gene Howe
    Thanks, Marie. I THINK I have it.
  14. Gene Howe
    Very nice, Frank. And, thanks a lot for the procedural details.
  15. Gene Howe
    Excellent!!! Could you please describe your interesting dovetail process. I mortice the top of the box for the hinges. Usually, deep enough for both leaves. That keeps them straight.
  16. Gene Howe
    You can say that again! I'm a great fan of mesquite lumber. Mine comes directly off the mill. Lots of worm holes and other surface imperfections. Normally, resin with (usually)crushed turquoise fills those holes. But, often just colored resin is used. Depending on the project's intended use, after filling the surface voids, it'll get either an oil based poly coating or, a flood coat, or two, of clear epoxy. I've yet to use epoxy on anything smaller than a bread box. It's usually slabs of coffee table size. But, filling those holes is likely akin to using it on fret work. I've tried several brands but, Total Boat is a clear favorite.
  17. Gene Howe
    Me three.
  18. Gene Howe
    You don't give dimensions for that sweet little box but, from the shape, I'm guessing it's an index card file box. An excellent cutting job on the box joints. And, your sign is Really nice. Your use of reverse slanted lettering is unique and eye catching. What is that font?
  19. Gene Howe
    Amazing cutting! Thanks for the finishing info, too.
  20. Gene Howe
    So true. One of these days, I intend to cut a boar Javelina in a desert scene. Javelina are in no way an example of nature's beauty.
  21. Gene Howe
    Our HD, Lowes and local hardwood suppliers carry poplar ply in 4X8X5mm sheets.
  22. Gene Howe
    Definitely # 1. Or, most certainly # 2.
  23. Gene Howe
    Nice cutting, Frank.
  24. Gene Howe
    I use a pair of magnetized sewing machine lights. One on each side eliminates shadows. For a magnifier, I really like this one. https://a.co/d/faHL9am. Being worn on my head, there's little need for viewing adjustment.
  25. Gene Howe
    Good looking plane, Dick. The round overs are a definite improvement.
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