Issue 262
Issue 262
Thank You
“A wealth of knowledge … something for everyone with an interest in woodworking!” Those were just some of the comments that were used to describe this eZine as we were awarded the Gold Award from the Minnesota Magazine & Publishing Association for the Best E-Newsletter during their Publishing Excellence Awards banquet this month. It is, of course, gratifying for our peers to have recognized the eZine for its quality. That goes without saying. But what should be said regularly is a heartfelt “thank you” to all of you, our readers, because without you, there would not be an eZine. I would also like to pause for a moment and acknowledge my eZine staff and say thank you to these people, who actually do the work which makes this effort possible. Senior editor Joanna Werch Takes is the key editorial person behind these biweekly missives. In many ways, the eZine has become her “baby,” and you all have benefited greatly from her oversight of this work. Field editor Chris Marshall is our go-to guy for many aspects of the eZine. In the last year or so, his Internet contributions have increased, to the benefit of the eZine as a whole. And finally, there is Internet production coordinator Matt Becker — he is our tech guru, the guy who makes the zeros and ones sail across the ether and deliver each issue to your computer. (It seems a bit like magic to me.) So, now that your peek behind the curtain is complete, why don’t you go ahead and get to reading the eZine that all this hubbub is about! Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal.
Q & A
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Will Wood Acids Ruin Photos?
Is there a study that produces a chart showing the acid content of various species of wood? As an alternative, what finishing product (i.e., shellac) would provide an effective and permanent barrier to the acids?
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Beginner’s Guide to Chainsawing Boards?
I was horrified by my efforts and the resulting mutilation of several nice black walnut trunks. Is there an “Idiot’s Guide to..” that you could recommend?
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Are Walnut and Ash Trees At Risk?
Some foresters are saying that it will probably wipe them off the face of the continent. Is there truth to these stories, or are they just legends?
Industry Interviews
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JET/Powermatic: Core Values Honored Despite Recession
Over the past couple of years, only a hermit would have been able to be able to miss this recession’s…
Feedback
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Wood Grain: What You Like — and Don’t
In his editorial last time out, Rob shared that he has a “split personality” when it comes to wood – sometimes preferring straight grain, while other times call for wildly figured stock. He asked readers to share your preferences on this issue – and, of course, you did.
What's In Store
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Williams & Hussey Model 209 Molder
Williams & Hussey’s Model 209 Molder has a new lighter, higher, compact base, a new power feed motor with higher torque and less weight and a lighter weight knife motor.
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The Frugal Woodturner by Ernie Conover
The Frugal Woodturner by Ernie Conover presents three different budget options for those wanting to get started in turning.
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Arrow T50 R.E.D. Staple Gun
™ staple gun is the first tool in the new R.E.D. line, and is the first manual tacker capable of firing a 1” brad nail.
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Dremel Multi-Max Universal Adapter
If you own a multi-tool, you may have experienced the limitation imposed by most models: you need to buy the manufacturer’s brand of accessories because other competitor brands don’t fit the mount.
Tricks of the Trade
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Wedge-style Bench Vise
If your workbench doesn’t have a vise, here’s a simple jig that can take its place for holding workpieces on-edge.
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Newspaper Spacers for Laminate
I learned this helpful trick in the ’60s when I worked in a cabinet shop.
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Magnet Helps a Tight Squeeze
Recently, while assembling my new band saw, I needed to install four sets of washers, lock washers and nuts up inside the base where I couldn’t see or reach them easily.
Today's Woodworker
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Michael Puryear: Evolving as a Woodworker
Michael Puryear says his career as a woodworker “wasn’t a concrete decision; it was more of an evolution.”
Reader's Project Gallery
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Console Table
Having spent a weekend being dragged around innumerable shops selling tables I relented and made my wife exactly what she…
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Shop Cabinet
This was my first attempt at anything big. Up until now my projects have been bird feeders, small book shelves,…
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Small Keepsake Box
Wormy Mahogany Top & Bottom, Walnut Sides and Maple Splines & Handle. The box is 9″ x 5″ x 3-1/2″…
