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Comment by Jan Carter on January 3, 2017 at 18:51

That is the same table we are looking at!

Comment by Tom Peterson on January 3, 2017 at 10:41

Morning Folks! Just joined this group and don't mean to butt in but...I found this table that will fit several portable band saws (Milwaukee Portoband, DeWalt). Check out swagoffroad.com. I don't have any affiliation with them but maybe if a bunch of folks buy them and tell them that TOM sent them then maybe they'll send me one because I'm in the market for one too. I think that they have several versions of this table of theirs (Versions 1-4) and V-4.0 favors the Milwaukee Portoband but V3 and earlier models fit some other makers. I think that the table by itself is between $125-$130 but don't quote me on that. They offer a foot pedal control as an option ($37) and also offer a pretty nice miter gauge assembly for another $70. It seems to be pretty well made from the pics and short video that that had on their web site. I think that setup would work well for me but might work well for other knife makers either on a tight space or financial budget. This web site also has other machinist type odds and ends. They have solid steel base plates for 1 ton and up arbor presses. Apparently, the site claims, that the cast base plates on arbor presses can "explode" when put under load. The solid steel replacement is $24 if my memory is correct. Not trying to post an add for this place but I thought others might like the table setup. Not sure about the arbor base plate yet as my stock cast one has collected more dust than anything so far. If I ever get around to ordering the table and it's options I'll probably get one of the arbor plates too and I'll let y'all know how it performs.

Comment by Jan Carter on January 2, 2017 at 20:35

Carl,

Donnie has the big one for wood and this one will be for metal

Comment by Jan Carter on January 2, 2017 at 20:27

ON SALE TODAY, just ordered Donnie one 10 amp deep cut variable speed band saw kit

139.99, use the coupon code 37783011 and the saw is 104.99 

http://www.harborfreight.com/10-amp-deep-cut-variable-speed-band-sa...

KnifeMaker Comment by Carl Rechsteiner on December 24, 2016 at 6:54

The portaband stand that D ale posted below has great potential for double use. If it can be locked in the vertical position and a table attachment built so it can be easily removed, it would work just fine and still maintain a reasonably small shop bench footprint. Just remember when cutting wood to put in a fresh blade for cleaner straighter cuts. For some reason those that have been used for cutting a lot of metal tend to drift a bit - thinking the tips are burred just slightly from use. I just keep one blade set to the side marked "Wood". Be easy to clamp a fence on the table but since it goes so slow I just eyeball it.

Featured Comment by dead_left_knife_guy on December 23, 2016 at 17:29

Jan, that index cards suggestion is genius!  I'm going to implement that one today (I've got a lot of index cards that I haven't found a use for -- until now -- & a lot of knives that could really use the cataloging help)!  Thanks for the tip!!!!!!

Comment by Jan Carter on December 23, 2016 at 16:02

I always suggest at the very least.  Index cards with the items.  Easy to keep a stack around, fill them out as you get a chance.

Comment by Michael Squier on December 23, 2016 at 9:14

Alan, yes catalog it all for the next generation. My dad was a huge collector. He passed away back in 2012 and left his big collection of antique weaponery amd associated stuff, but did not catalog it well, some he bought some was family . I remember a lot of what he told me but wasnt always there so be kind and right it down. 

Comment by allanm on December 23, 2016 at 8:47

Wasn't creating this group also your suggestion? :-)

We could even add another next best along with cars - our old military gear. In looking at the old Carcano bayonet last night, I also looked through my box of medals - only two of my own, basic ones. Some from my dad, mom, the uncle who I got the bayonet from, my grandfather, father in law ... and my old army regimental berets with regimental badges and parade / dress "stable" belts.

I realized I need to catalog all of those as well so one day when my son gets them from me he knows exactly what each of them are and where they came from.

Comment by Michael Squier on December 23, 2016 at 8:39

I really like this new group. The next best thing to talking about knives might be talking about and using tools. Old cars might fit in there too, lol

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