MikeRock

I just got some 331LR needles for my Landis #1 from Eli. They measure 0.089" dia. at the shank and 3.665" long. Cheaper than Martin by a bit, and fast service. God bless 331LR NM: 200 Size 25 CANU: 55: 70AX1

Looks like it will work fine. Use brass machine screws, flat head, and you have it. Heck, the area is already clean and primed with solder. A little flux on the screw head and heat. God bless

Here's what the ZW page says: 7/9 oz Horse Hide Butt Strips - These strips average approximately 2 - 3 square feet. (10-14" x 48")

If you want the three volumes on cases by Stohlman, I can send the .pdf files. God bless

Did you get it from Don Voss in Cuba?

Towns folk and horsemen in general carried a 'horse pistol' to kill an injured animal. My grandpa carried either a H&R .32 or a S&W .38. Dad remembered him killing one horse that was injured in an accident with a trolley, took the harness off and left the horse to lay for the trolley line to clean up. That would be 1923'ish. He kept his hoof pick, farriers knife (like an American made Swiss Army knife..a load of different tools in one) and pistol in a pouch. I inherited them all. God bless

Why did they get outlawed? My Wheat light has that belt. God bless

When you take the pulleys off you will get an idea of how the holes intersect the bent area. There might be some risk of breakage, but it bent out of alignment once, bending it back should carry no greater risk of breakage. When you go to bend it back, put the shaft in position so you will be pushing straight down on your bending pipe. That position will be the safest. Post some photos after you take off the pulleys. God bless

After 35+ years in a machine shop, Bob's advice is right on the money. Rocky's comment is spot on as well. At some time the machine either fell over or was hit in some way. That shaft is certainly not hardened material and a close fitting pipe will do the trick. Take it slowly. You will be surprised how easy this is to bring down to manageable levels if not a perfect fix. If you have a buddy with a magnetic base dial indicator you could get down to within a few thousandths quickly. Do NOT smack the shaft with a lead mallet just yet.

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From the oval shaped part of the foot treadle it's a Durkopp. The parts on the top line are Durkopp as well. Mine is sitting about ten feet from me right now. God bless

Any idea on a supplier for that zipper lock gizmo? Pretty neat! Did anyone else think, 'Handgun case'? God bless

Oh, yes. He uses Weaver and gets the good price, which he passes on to me. He also helped with wheel making suppliers from within the community. Good prices! God bless

All my Weaver catalog does for me now is show what parts are out there, somewhere. I got the same reception as others, disdain would be too good a word. We have an Amish harness maker within half an hour, so use his supply chain. He doesn't charge any more than his cost and freight and sometimes shows us the invoice to make sure we get the right stuff. So, to Weaver, suck it..... God bless, Mike

Why not build one out of your great Australian hardwoods? They take a high polish and you can just drill and taper the hole sizes you need.

Also used by an Amish harness maker in Albany, Wisconsin to make hidden stitch grooves on patent leather bridles, blinkers and Scotch collars... it was fun to watch and then try, on a hidden part. God bless

If you click around you can find some of the books yet.

Kiwican, Now it's your turn to make a kiwi purse.... little feet, nose and tail from zipper.... God bless

Very cool! I wonder if you can fill the eyes with something like nylon mesh or some screen. Color it red or whatever color his eyes are and it adds to the illusion. Kind of like the Spiderman mask eyes..... Nice work!!

Stewart, I was just wondering about you last night, hadn't seen any carvings. Glad you are okay. Lures, kids and Ol' Paint.... I used to gather up squirrel tails and sell them to Mepp's and get their spinner lures.....good grief, 1962 is a long time back. Thanks for the memories. God bless

Hmmmmmm An Orange Cat looking for something that squeaks :)) Here mousie, mousie !

Here's a face mask fabricating video, for our guys with 3-D printers:

Hi, Did you figure how to post photos? I'd like a look at some of the older conchos if you have them left. <mikerock@mhtc.net> God bless Argyle, WI

Puts a nice meaning on 'to crown' someone!

About a four pounder! Good catch. God bless