Demilune table made with legs of Florida Cherry with string inlay added. Top and apron made of assorted veneers. Finished with linseed oil and Shellac.
Seemingly identical to the Shop Fox W1844, the Grizzly G0785 collected a few less chips in our test—but was still roughly average among the five small models. Emptying was easy, thanks to a bag that stays in place on the canister while you operate the band clamp, which also works well. Both units hang well on their brackets.
While this sander is among the least expensive models in the test, its performance ranks among the best. The stock removal was excellent, and dust collection was solid when used with a vacuum. It handles really smoothly, too, and has a tall body that fit my hand nicely whether I was holding it from above or around the waist.
Beautiful work. I made a similar table but did not do the veneered top. Did you do a brick lay up, steam bent or bandsawn curve? You have done a spectacular job.
gorgeous, a man after my own heart. its too bad the time it takes to make a piece like this can usually only be rewarded with one's own gratifacation..
With its graceful curves, cabriole legs, and ornamental back splat, a Queen Anne side chair is a bucket list build for many woodworkers. Dan Faia had a very specific Queen…
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Beautiful work. I made a similar table but did not do the veneered top. Did you do a brick lay up, steam bent or bandsawn curve? You have done a spectacular job.
Very, very nice!!
Great Work and Photo's.
gorgeous, a man after my own heart. its too bad the time it takes to make a piece like this can usually only be rewarded with one's own gratifacation..
The apron was made with 1/4" bendable plywood with three pieces laminated together with a plastic resin glue over a form. Thank you for your comments.
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