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Mini Lathe recommendations?
whaynes replied to jfinan's topic in Modeling tools and Workshop Equipment
I have the opportunity to purchase the Microlux 7 X 16 mini-lathe with several accessories at a good price. How does this compare? Walt -
Ben, thanks for the reply. Walt
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Guys, I am a newcomer to the use of table saws, though I do have the Byrnes saw. How is the saw sled used? What does it add to the basic saw? I have seen many references to using a table saw to cut mortices, tenons, and even rabbets. Is there a reference to or tutorial of these uses? Walt Haynes
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Best Spindle Sander for Ship Modelling
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Thanks for the replies. Will check them out. Walt -
Thanks for the replies. If a scroll saw is used for cutting frames from 1/4 in. stock, what would be the preferred blade?
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I have limited space to work in, so a full-sized scroll saw on a stand is not going to work. Is there a good quality small scroll saw that is suitable, mostly for cutting out frames and other small parts? Proxxon, MicroLux? Thanks, Walt Haynes
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Chuck, is there a rigging plan or diagram showing how the anchor and buoy are rigged? I'm somewhat confused by the pictures. Walt Haynes
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Thanks, it would really be helpful. Walt
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Chuck, your rigging, particularly the way you secure blocks to spars and rigging, is so neat and without the messy knots one sees on other models. Could you produce a brief tutorial for those of us who are "out in the boondocks" with no local modelers' club to share techniques? Any help would be much appreciated. Walt Haynes Walterboro, SC
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Chuck, how did you make those perfect square holes in the bowsprit? It looks fantastic!! Walt
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Thanks, MIke
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Anybody used/familiar with this saw?
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I'm making Cheerful, 1/48th scale. Walt
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What thread is best/recommended for serving? Walt Haynes
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Thanks for the quick responses. All I need. walt
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I have seen this referenced as applied to forming eight-sided poles in configuring masts and spars. Can someone explain this for me? Walt Haynes
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Thanks, heading there tomorrow. Walt
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Hi, Guys. I'm new to this forum, but have been following most of the Cheerful builds. I've just acquired Chuck's "pre-kit" and ordered lumber from Crown Timberyard. I started with the Sultana kit then moved on to Corel's Unicorn [wasn't real satisfied with results-gave it away] and lastly the old Bluejacket plank on frame America. Looking forward to this challenge. Anyway, a couple of questions, if I may. What is "wipe-on Poly"? and where is a good source for bulk small drill bits? Looks like I may need a few. Thanks for the help. Walt Haynes
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Proxxon Micro Mill vs. Drill Press
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Thanks, the mill seems to be a better option for not much more of an investment. Walt -
Is there an advantage to the micro mill compared to the drill press with compound table? I'm trying to decide which way to go. Thanks, Walt Haynes
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