Sad news. I just saw it announced on the old tool list. I only knew him through your interview with him that you posted. He seemed like a truly nice guy. My condolences. -DC

The lever model shown is a parallogram bed - I personally would take that over a DT wedge model with hand wheels. I own a lever operated DJ30 and I think they work just fine.

Your last one is a 12" jointer you know that right

I'd let it dry until it will sand without gumming up. Sand with 180-220 and spray it again. I'd nicely inform SW of their screw up and ask for a complimentary gallon. If they won't do complimentary, ask for a demo price which is probably "cost". I wouldn't worry too much. It shouldn't be difficult to fix. I don't think you'll need to reseal it again. The sanding will give you a good adhesion between the oil and waterborne finishes.

Don't see any way to add a "thumbs up" on this forum. Hope this will do.

Yeah. That's a lot of cash outlay for something that can be done much more cheaply, with a few minutes more setup time. I usually give my tenons a few swipes with a rabbet plane anyway.

Whoah, that is a cutie!! Nicely done - - - -

Dave B

I don't think there is an up or a down, but I think I'd put the two tab side on the box just cuz it seems right.

The Brusso web site doesn't specify, but if you really want a clear conscience, they say-

Should you require further assistance please contact customer service and we will do our best to help.

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Forgot to mention how the stand is constructed.

It's all from reclaimed lumber except the 2x12 on the top, which was given to me for this purpose and the 4x4 beams which were given to me when a friend was moving. The double locking casters, though, were purchased and weren't cheap even though I bought them at a store closing sale.

I half-lapped the 2x's, then glued and screwed them together. The construction is intended to give both strength from whatever weight is put on top, and to prevent racking. The screws are probably overkill, but WTH, I had those sitting around as excess from another project. In all, this cost me about $60 to make.

Blaine

Congrats! You're right to be scared. The vortex already pulled you in.

For a lathe with a 12" swing the Stronghold chuck would be overkill. You could also get a Teknatool SN2 or G3 chuck, as they're both really good chucks as well.

I would skip the tool set and get individual tools. Spindle gouges are fine for turning spindles, but you probably don't need as many sizes as the LV set gives, and you already have a skew and parting tool. Even if those are older you can learn how to sharpen properly on them and buy new ones when you're ready. I've had good luck with the WoodRiver tools from Woodcraft.

Have fun and enjoy your new toy ...er uhh tool!

Nice haul.