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Woodworking Tools

New Grizzly Grinder

April 4, 2008

Grizzly have just announced this new 10-inch wet grinder. Made in Germany, the Model T10010 has a strong 1/4 hp motor running at 90 RPM. This relatively slow speed, combined with the water bath, keeps your tools cool while sharpening and so won’t take the temper out of them. The full kit includes a universal [...]

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Record DML 24X/C Woodturning Lathe – powerful little guy!

March 25, 2008

It’s not very often that I come across two consecutive offers for woodworking tools that I can thoroughly recommend from the point of view of being an owner and user. First it was the Flexcut chisels (see below) and now this Record woodturning lathe. I can’t remember how long I’ve had mine – it’s certainly [...]

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What You Need Is A Flexible Shaft!

March 7, 2008

Flexible shaft tools have a multitude of uses, particularly for woodcarvers but also for all kinds of other detailed woodworking. They’re convenient and easy to handle and the 1/4 hp ones are surprisingly powerful too. Until the end of March Woodcraft have this heavy-duty power carving kit from Weecher at a saving of $25.00. You [...]

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New Rugged Bags and Storage from Stanley

March 5, 2008

Now here’s something for the fashion-conscious woodworker! Only kidding. Most woodworkers I know wouldn’t necessarily be impressed by “stylish colorways” but they would be by the rugged construction and sheer durability of Stanley’s new range of soft-sided work bags and heavy duty tool boxes. Of course it’s Stanley, so you’d expect it to stand up [...]

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Superb New Spindle Boring from General

March 3, 2008

General International have just announced a new multiple spindle boring machine that will be of particular interest to small and medium sized cabinet-makers. General are known for their accurate yet robust machinery and the new 214lb baby carries on the tradition. Based on the award-winning 1″ morticer, the 75-440 spindle boring offspring ensures smooth, powerful [...]

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New Nova Ornamental Turning Tool

February 28, 2008

Nova, the Australian company know for their precision wood lathes and chucks, have just announced a new ornamental turning tool. This is a highly specialist bit of wood turning kit – not for the beginner at a few cents short of $500 (and more if you buy the accessories). However, it will produce decorative woodturning [...]

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New Man in Canada for Lie-Nielsen

February 22, 2008

We all know Lie-Nielsons’ superb planes and other woodworking tools I’m sure. Watching them demonstrated is a pleasure and they run a number of demos throughout the year (you can check our shows and events page for the next ones). As additional support they have now announced a dedicated representative for Canada. Sean Walsh has [...]

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New Pneumatic Nailers & Staplers

February 12, 2008

Woodstock International have announced a brand new range of pneumatic staplers and nailers under their Shop Fox brand. There are 12 models in all from the palm nailer through flooring nailers and all sorts in between. All use the standard 1/4″ NPT fittings and most come complete with carry case, lubricating oil and safety glasses. [...]

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Clamp Savings at Rockler

February 12, 2008

Rockler are celebrating “Founder’s Day” and the birthday of their own founder with a number of offers including pairs of clamps for under $10.00! Some offers are only available until the 17th while others run until the 22nd (or while stocks last). Get on over to Rockler.com to check out the details.

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Half Price Compressor Kits from Porter-Cable

January 28, 2008

Rockler have a special offer at the moment that will be of great interest if you’re looking for a compressor. Although they say these are reconditioned compressors, they do carry Porter-Cable’s own one year warranty – so there can’t be a lot wrong with them! There are two kits to choose from, the first which [...]

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