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  1. M

    I used a broad file for the last mm when turning my pens - Is this a bad thing?

    Hello, I used a 3 cm broad semi rough cut file to remove the last millimeter on my pens. Using the file I got the blank straight and better control of the removal of the material. Then I used 220 sandpaper and removed the rough texture, 400, 600 and then CA. Then 600, 1500 --> 12000 and then...
  2. Phil Dart

    Achieving success with melamine as a finish

    I've been asked countless times to explain my method for using melamine, and in the light of another discussion in the last day or two, I've finally made time to write it down. It's a very quick process to apply the stuff, but as I discovered, to explain it in writing is anything but quick...
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