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  0 Thread: Bosch 1617EVS VS MRF23VS ?
Post: RE: Bosch 1617EVS VS MRF23VS ?

®smpr_fi_mac® Wrote: (11-04-2019, 09:47 AM) -- I'm in the market for a new router (think Christmas gift suggestion).  I currently own a pair of 1617's, one EVS, one single speed.  I'm really pleased ...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 4 3,543 11-05-2019, 09:24 AM
  0 Thread: Long Term Impact of Trade War on Woodworking Tool Prices
Post: RE: Long Term Impact of Trade War on Woodworking T...

Admiral Wrote: (06-23-2019, 04:31 PM) -- Interesting and refreshing perspective. -- Sorry messed up the quote system.  But... Yes, it is an interesting perspective, but I don't think the culture...
JimDaddyO Woodworking 71 34,034 06-24-2019, 08:19 AM
  0 Thread: Long Term Impact of Trade War on Woodworking Tool Prices
Post: RE: Long Term Impact of Trade War on Woodworking T...

A factory is a factory no matter where in the world it is located.  They make things according to the specifications on the print, no more.  The quality control is mandated by the contract.  If brand ...
JimDaddyO Woodworking 71 34,034 06-21-2019, 06:25 AM
  0 Thread: Ruobo stype Workbench Finally Done!
Post: RE: Ruobo stype Workbench Finally Done!

Looks great, now beat the crap out of it!
JimDaddyO Woodworking 19 8,995 10-10-2018, 07:45 AM
  0 Thread: STALLION BANDSAW 15''
Post: RE: STALLION BANDSAW 15''

It should also be noted that many similar imported machines come from the same factories and seemingly differ only in their paint schemes.  While this may be true in some cases it is not the just the ...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 10 7,264 09-20-2018, 09:08 AM
  0 Thread: STALLION BANDSAW 15''
Post: RE: STALLION BANDSAW 15''

EvilTwin Wrote: (09-20-2018, 08:28 AM) -- The machinery they are selling looks pretty nice and has some nice features.  But looking over the last 20 years,  many companies selling imported machinery ...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 10 7,264 09-20-2018, 08:38 AM
  0 Thread: STALLION BANDSAW 15''
Post: RE: STALLION BANDSAW 15''

Cole Moore, the owner of CWI is a member of another forum I am a member of.  The reason that I am aware of the company is that I am going to have to replace my old table saw someday and their Stallion...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 10 7,264 09-19-2018, 10:03 PM
  0 Thread: STALLION BANDSAW 15''
Post: RE: STALLION BANDSAW 15''

CWI bought up the designs from General and General International when they folded as far as I remember.  The saws are virtually the same with some updates to the specs.  They are slowly growing and ju...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 10 7,264 09-19-2018, 08:40 AM
  0 Thread: Thing I have noticed about the tariffs on tools....
Post: RE: Thing I have noticed about the tariffs on tool...

Just as a side note... The Quebec aluminium industry raised their prices 10% months before the tariffs were applied in anticipation of them being implemented.  That lead to an increased profit of s...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 39 28,694 07-29-2018, 07:54 AM
  0 Thread: Classic Irish Furniture
Post: RE: Classic Irish Furniture

Being of Irish descent myself, I always thought classic Irish furniture was more along the lines of a bar stool.
JimDaddyO Woodworking 6 3,703 02-23-2018, 07:30 PM
  0 Thread: favorite Woodworkers on YouTube?
Post: RE: favorite Woodworkers on YouTube?

If you like old time hand work try Mr. Chickadee. If you like 18th century period work try David Boeff.
JimDaddyO Woodworking 18 9,768 02-11-2018, 07:45 AM
  0 Thread: Which Bosch ROS sander to buy?
Post: RE: Which Bosch ROS sander to buy?

I just got a 1250 DEVS 6".  That extra inch makes a big difference.  2 modes and the aggressive mode removes wood fast.  A bit more money though.
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 16 9,655 11-19-2017, 08:44 AM
  0 Thread: Here is a new t shirt for you
Post: RE: Here is a new t shirt for you

It's missing "lizard" and "Spock".
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 23 18,080 09-06-2017, 08:27 AM
  0 Thread: Impact Driver?
Post: RE: Impact Driver?

I used a drill for years and thought a driver was a "gimicky" item.  Then I got the Bosch socket ready impact driver and my view has changed.  One of my favourite tools now.  Any of the better name br...
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 27 14,345 06-25-2017, 07:37 AM
  0 Thread: Clamp rack ideas- pics please
Post: RE: Clamp rack ideas- pics please

http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HockRXIhfRo
JimDaddyO Woodworking 28 21,035 03-13-2017, 07:53 AM
  0 Thread: e-mail scam from woodnet?
Post: RE: e-mail scam from woodnet?

OK, thank you for clarifying for me.
JimDaddyO Questions about using the WoodNet forum features 12 12,203 03-02-2017, 03:53 PM
  0 Thread: e-mail scam from woodnet?
Post: e-mail scam from woodnet?

I got an email today from a woodnet address and it says I requested bat house plans 3 days ago.  That they tried to send them, and had a clickable link to get them.  The address was info@woodnet.(or s...
JimDaddyO Questions about using the WoodNet forum features 12 12,203 03-01-2017, 10:26 PM
  0 Thread: 10" Rip Blade
Post: RE: 10" Rip Blade

I have a 24 tooth Freud thin kerf rip blade and I like it.  I am a fan of Freud blades, good value for the money.
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 15 12,146 10-22-2016, 07:55 AM
  0 Thread: Bosch Miter Saws
Post: RE: Bosch Miter Saws

I have the 12" glide mitre and I echo most sentiments.  Great saw, very accurate, easy to use, heavy.
JimDaddyO Woodworking Power Tools 11 8,663 08-08-2016, 08:02 AM

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