Craftsman 113 crank handles
Hello everyone. What are the people with an older, 1970’s, series 113 Craftsman table saws using when the adjustment crank handles strip out ?
Make Some Time - A Clock Build Blog #1: Inside Out
For the 2019 Spring Swap I decided to make a clock based on this picture: Anyone else notice that the lattice on the left side of the frame doesn’t show up on the right side?? The only thing that provided clues to the scale of the clock was the clock face and hands. Fortunately, I was able to find the exact clock face on Clockprints.com. The smallest size had 3” time ring , with 4-5/8” art on 6” paper which I promptly ordered for the prototype. Other sites I have used inclu...
The Essential Craftsman
Hey folks, I just wanted to point out a YouTube channel called Essential Craftsman. It is run by a man named Scott and his son, Nate. Scott values craftsmanship of any kind very highly. He has been a logger and has been a contractor for many years. I have found him to be a wealth of both knowledge and encouragement. He is currently building a spec house and is filming every step of the process. I think many of you might enjoy his channel. P.S. He is also a really good blacksmith with lots ...
Desk Chairs #2: Chair Legs and the Leg Lamp Major Award
In the spirit of one of the greatest Christmas movies I present the Leg Lamp Major Award Inspirational isn’t it? Now on to wood related activities… First of all, the 4 chairs will be made from Walnut since I have an abundance of it in the wood stack, and I’m out of Cherry. After poring over the plans and reading and re-reading the booklet that comes with them as well as anything and everything I could find on Lumberjocks or elsewhere on the web I finally brok...
Tool Upgrades / Repairs #1: Craftsman 113.27520 Table Saw Rebuild
A little over a month ago I was on CL looking for a table saw.. It’s THAT TIME, TIME to get my shop organized and stop working on my knees (fine when I was 26 and purchased the house, not fine at 42).. First step, get rid of the SKIL mini tablesaw that I inhereted from my father in law (he was throwing it out and I dont like to see people throw out tools). So, back to CL.. I was looking for an 80’s Craftsman table saw (like my dad has) and ran across the 113.27520 and thought.....
Craftsman Tablesaw "Restoration" #1: Free is a 4 letter word
A few months ago, my husband and I got a tablesaw (among other things) from an aunt that was clearing out after years of hoarding…I mean, collecting stuff at estate sales. We’d never had a tablesaw before, so we were pretty excited to get it, even knowing that it was far from in perfect condition. Even if it needed some work, it was still better than just having a skillsaw, right? Well, yes and no. ;-) After blowing out the motor, the first thing we did was ask on here a...
1950s Craftsman Tablesaw Restoration #4: THE BIG REVEAL!
The table saw restoration is complete and I couldn’t be happier. Check out the video and let me know what you think of the finished outcome. Don't forget to subscribe for new videos every Friday!
1950s Craftsman Tablesaw Restoration #3: The Main Body Is DONE!!!!
Lots of rust removed and a bit of spray paint and this is turning out great! I really like the color scheme that is slowly starting to happen. Next week this gets finished and I get the first project done on this old machine. Hit that subscribe button to follow along!
1950s Craftsman Tablesaw Restoration #2: What do you think about the color?
I was planning on sandblasting the table saw parts. It would be quick and easier I believe. However, I was not able to get that done, so I went with traditional ways…..a bit of elbow grease. Check out the video and let me know what you think about the color I have chose for the saw. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button...NEW VIDEO EVERY FRIDAY!
"New" Picture of Gustav Stickley
I have always been interested in history. Being from the Syracuse NY area, I am very familiar with Stickley. They make it in a suburb of Syracuse and I know people who work there. Anyway, my interest in history and woooworking kind ove “dovetailed” and I found a picture of Gustav Stickley that I have never seen on the internet. Anyway it is in a public domain book (because it is so old) and I posted it on my website at: http://www.cvalleystudio.com/index.php/2017/03/21/undisco...
