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   SteveSchoene | May 10, 2008 06:14pm | #1

   Just west of you, mostly in Lancaster County are some of the best lumber sources in the country.  Hearn Lumber, Groff & Groff, Sandy Pond, Good Hope Hardwoods.  All will have stuff that will make the 12" jointer seem small. 

   I was originally from Alton IL.  But I'm in CT now, so PA looks less pricey from the house buying view.

   
   

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   Edited 5/10/2008 11:15 am ET by SteveSchoene

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   bones | May 10, 2008 07:20pm | #2

   Thanks for the info. I'm just east of alton.  Love Fast Eddies!Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   ripleylynn | May 10, 2008 08:34pm | #3

   I live in York county, close to the Maryland line.  I did a little comparitive shopping and while Hearne hardwood has a bigger selection, Groff and Groff have better prices.  Not sure what they have on cherry, but there exotics beat Hearne.  But, as I said, Hearne has a bigger selection.  Also, I know a guy in MD (about 20 minutes from me) sells great cherry cheaper than anywhere I know.  But with the price of gas, you might have to see if it's worth it.  The cherry is beautiful.  He does not do this for a living, so he's got good stuff and sells it to woodworkers at reasonable prices.  Also, check out Hollister sawmill, they are in Lancaster county.  I haven't been there, but it is a small family owned mill and from what I've heard, prices on cherry and oak are dirt cheap. 

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   rwdare | May 11, 2008 03:30am | #4

   Where is the Maryland sawyer, may I ask?

   Dick

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   ripleylynn | May 11, 2008 05:47am | #8

   Hampstead

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   user-214880 | May 11, 2008 04:44am | #5

   HI:  Welcome  soon to Pa. I live in northern Chester county. I have  over 700 BF of rough sawn Cherry ,that is air dried over 25 years . I also have some figured walnut. Most of my wood I am selling for 2.50  BF and 3.50 BF.  If your looking for a Home, my daughter in law sells real estate here in Chester County. Thanks AL  [email protected]

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   bones | May 11, 2008 05:11am | #6

   I'll drop you a note. Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   bones | May 11, 2008 05:22am | #7

   Thanks for all the replies. It looks like I'll have some definate opportunities!  I can't wait to get to see some mountains again. Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   JTBark | May 11, 2008 06:53am | #9

   Future welcome.  Chester County is a great place for woodworking inspiration...great history of furniture going way back.  As you see in the most recent issue of FWW 18th century repros are well represented here, and that is one of a few great shops doing superb work.

   You might be interested to know there is a Woodcraft store in Chesco.  Downingtown is home to one that opened several years back.  A great place to lose a paycheck.  If you are into flea market tools Lancaster County has a number of great markets as does Bucks County (north of Philly.)

    

   John

    

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   bones | May 11, 2008 07:30am | #10

   Thanks for the info.  I'm looking for a home in the downingtown or pottstown area. The two school districts (downingtown & Owen J. Roberts) came highly reccomended.  As to woodcraft, they have acquired quite a few of my paychecks.  Any WW clubs would be great. Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   Michael6255 | May 13, 2008 02:07am | #17

   Bones....ask to see the some resale houses at the Ridglea neighborhood. Rt 100 X Rt 23 in the Owen J Roberts school District. Township is South Coventry. Very nice.http://www.ridgleahoa.org/Mike

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   bones | May 13, 2008 05:36am | #19

   Thanks for the link. I checked it out,  and those house plands are nice but I'm looking for something with a little land.  The last two houses I owned were in sub-divisions with HOA's. I'm hoping to find something without that.  I am checking out every location in that area. Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   blewcrowe | May 12, 2008 05:00pm | #11

   Bones, there a bunch of suppliers in Lancaster County (next one to the west of you) that are under an hour's drive. Groff and Groff is popular, and there are a number of ones who wholesale dried stuff in double pallet loads, too. There's also a place in Landenberg (Chester County near the Delaware border) http://www.goodhope.com that carries fancy stuff.

   Good luck.

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   bones | May 12, 2008 06:11pm | #12

   I'm slobbering at the mouth!  I'm looking forward to getting back east. Nothing against the midwest, but as an old Virginian from the hills I look forward to things not being flat!Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   blewcrowe | May 12, 2008 06:45pm | #13

   You won't be disappointed. Chester County is one of the prettiest  countrysides on the planet. I lived a couple places there (West Grove and Kennett Square) as a child.

   'Course, if you cross the border into Delaware or South Jersey (where I am), you'll see flat real fast. Then again, we have the beaches.

   I'll try to stay up on your move. Mebbe we can meet up.

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   bones | May 12, 2008 06:50pm | #14

   Sounds good. Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   BG | May 12, 2008 07:35pm | #15

   bones,
   "Nothing against the midwest, but as an old Virginian from the hills I look forward to things not being flat!"You might be surprised, bones. When I finally got back to my hills and trees of New England from Indiana I was shocked...all these damn trees were making me feel claustrophobic...GEES! I did adjust soon enough but I do miss the people from Indiana.

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   blewcrowe | May 12, 2008 08:16pm | #16

   but I do miss the people from Indiana........

   Oh, so you spent most of your time in Hooters?

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   WillGeorge | May 13, 2008 03:40am | #18

   Nothing to add about wood but I wish you and your family happness in PA.

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   bones | May 13, 2008 05:38am | #20

   Thanks for the good thoughts. I'm hoping it turns out ok.  Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.

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   bones | Jun 13, 2008 04:43am | #21

   UPDATE

   Well I've found that the folks in PA value their property and housing at a much higher rate than the folks near Saint Louis.  I'm looking at a 150k bump in house cost and it will be smaller in size than what I've got now.  I've found a house that I'm looking to put a bid on, but it looks like the shop will be a small two car garage.  I almost walked away becaues it's really a one care garage with a second door.  The wife reminded me that the garage should not be the most important part.  I was spoiled with the 3 car set up in my current house. Looks like I'm going to have to get creative for tool & lumber storage.  I will have a piece of land, so maybe in the future I can build a seperate shop.  I hope I'm able to make this my last move till retirement. 

   Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases:
   If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it.
   And if it stops moving, subsidize it.
   
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   pzaxtl | Jun 14, 2008 08:06am | #22

   Isn't that the problem with wives?  They've always got to be practical!  Of course, the upside is that it's not much fun talking with, tickling or hugging yourself.

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   bones | Jun 14, 2008 03:33pm | #23

   Amen Brother, Amen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Government's view of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.