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A word of warning for those who use belt sanders for initial leveling of glued up stock: I just got off the phone with a service rep regarding failure of the tape that holds the belts together. I found out the hard way that their belts are only warrantied a year. I have always bought in bulk to...

I have been trying to locate a small amount or any amount of casuarina, (she-oak) veneer for repairs to a period piece that I purchased some years back. I have tried many of the domestic suppliers I've used to no avail. Perhaps someone in our membership has some they are willing to part with...

Have any of the membership had any recent dealings with Mohawk Finishing (www.mohawk-finishing.com/)? I used to do business with them back in the 70's when they were in Amsterdam, NY and to a lesser extent when thy moved to N. Carolina. I have contacted them four times since August to place an...

I am looking to replace my old inexpensive Forstner bit set. Can anyone recommend a high end machine grade set?

Can anyone recommend an affordable, reliable shipping company that they've used? My route would be from Florida to New York. I need to ship a three piece bedrooms set. The bed has been delivered, a nightstand, dresser, and desk remain. Thanks for any input.

I have been having a difficult time locating a small quantity of the above mentioned teak. I need approximately 6-8 bf. for the repair of nicely carved pair of antique double entry doors and frame. By chance, does any of the membership have a small amount they would like to sell at a reasonable...

I've had a couple pieces in the shop and through research have identified them as authentic period pieces. My customer has asked me to sell them  for her. My question to the pros on this forum is:                                    What is an appropriate fee?  Is there a standard percentage of...

I am seeking a consensus from the professional conservators/restorers regarding the use of wax on period pieces. I have a piece in the shop for a repair where I reglued a clean break using hot hide glue, removed traces of white glue and replaced some modern nails with period cut nails. The...

After 40 + years in the woodworking business I found myself moving to another shop. I now realize what a wood whore I had become and am entertaining the idea of lightening the load. Specifically the individual helping with the move is practically begging me to sell him 3 very large Honduras...

Can any of our professional members recommend a stock set of forms that are relevant to either restoration or reproducing period pieces? Many years ago i used a stock form as a template for my own forms but now I.am looking to have something more relevant and computer friendly.

I have an extra copy of the hard to find inaugural 1993 edition of American Furniture by Luke Beckerdite available for sale for $100. the book is in what I consider to be very good condition and is priced below anything I'm able to find through the online booksellers. This might be the edition...

I would like to ask the membership if they could recommend an auctioneer capable of liquidating a 40 year old shop that would have the typical stash of great wide boards, many hand tools, partially completed projects, and virtually every book written pertaining to period furniture. Clearly this...

Does anyone have any photos of the construction techniques for the Seymours version of the French feet they commonly used on their tall case clocks, shelf clocks and four drawer chests. I have Mussey's book and I see where they canted the legs outwardly at an angle of between six and ten...

I just picked up a Bensen & M'Call rabbet plane out of Albany New York.  The blade is stamped Nash & Co.  Googling it shows no results.  Anybody have any info on this company? Ross

Besides the fine book,"American Furniture  the Federal Period" by Charles Montgomery, Are there any other sources anyone can recommend as a source for identifying federal inlays?

I just spent a long time responding to a post and when I used the back arrow to double check some earlier replies I returned to find my post erased. Since I am not a typist and am somewhat faster than snails, found myself rather aggrevated. How can this be avoided?

Does anyone have any info on where I might find photos of period furniture that contains a hidden chamber pot. I started my search looking for "commodes" but that term now means much more than a chamber pot. Frequently these are disguised as seating furniture and I don't recall having seen them...

Below is a link to another underpriced rare book that seldom sells below $3 - 400 dollars.  The current ebay price is $99. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250765392972&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT Christies sold this beauty for $182,500 at their American Furniture auction last...

Just perused my new copy of SAPFM member Tony Kubalak"s new book "Carving 18th Century American Furniture Elements" available from www.amazon.com ($16.47).  I highly recommend it, in that it is a unique, well written book featuring elements found only on American pieces. The book contains...

I have an extra copy of this rare edition of the Beckerdite edited American Furniture. The condition is what I consider to be very good. I'm not sure how the book sellers rate their books, but That's my opinion. I am asking $200. which is about 1/3 less than the cheapest edition I have found...