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[Robert Yarger]

Hey, I just thought there should be a single place where we could all put down the best places to get good deals on the equipment we use every day.  I have lots of stuff to add here, but first need to go off the to post office.  Most of use table saws, inlay strips, high volume low pressure sprayers, magnets, sand paper, shipping supplies, router bits, and so on.  We need to stretch our budget as much as possible, so we should share the good deals we run across, and also mention opinions on the quality of the items as well.

More to add later, but feel free to get started.

Robert

[Robert Yarger]

OK,

Best deals on

Low preassure sprayers and table saw blades = harbor freight

high powered magnets = www.kjmagnetics.com http://www.magnet4less.com

Best sandpaper = 3x brand - it cost a bit more but last 6 times as long.

best price on inlays = www.inlay.com

Cheapest shipping supplies = www.uline.com
   However, a lot of supples (boxes and tape) can be gotten for free at USPS.com
   But it is really hard to find where to order them on thier current set up.
   It is like they offer it to you for free - but don't want anyone to get them for free.


The most expensive place for everything I have found is Rockler, but they do have some nice carved wooden feet, and I do lik their wood burner that can burn your name or logo into the wood.

Robert

[Eric Fuller]

Best place for tools - amazon.com - hands down.

Robert, you buy your TS blades from Harbor Freight!?  Dude.  DUDE!

Seriously, buy a Freud or Forrest blade and you'll never go back.

[Robert Yarger]

Is a Freud blade that much better than a "lifetime" blade?  I have both, and have not noticed a difference (and I thought that I got my Frued from harbor freight).  Still, that is exactly the reason I set up this thread.  I wanted to post my best supply resources, and have everyone tell me, "no no get it over here instead."

Hey, if we can get discounts for bulk supplies, perhaps that is an option.  IF we all agree on the perfect wax or sandpaper or glue, perhaps we can order in bulk and split things up to save money.  Of course, it would have to be enought of a savings to compensate for the hassle and shipping to each party. 

Hey, I am looking for a decent camera for pictures (also tax deductable if you take pictures for puzzle sales).  John already gave me info on the wal-mart studio that I can buy, but do you all have cameras that you like for the price.  Remember, i need and idiot proof one.

Also, looking for exceptional prices on veneer.  Rockler has it, but it is just so expensive and I have not found it significantly cheaper anywhere else.  I use these for inlays, but am running low on walnut.

Robert

[Scott Peterson]

I was going to add that I buy lots of tools, sandpaper, etc from Amazon.com  The best part is, for orders over $25 for items sold directly by Amazon, shipping is usually free (not true for other sellers on Amazon).

http://www.amazon.com

I got some socket head screws from Bolt Depot.  Not sure if they are the cheapest, but I find myself busy enough that it's more convenient for me to order online during lunch...  I was happy with the bolts I got (used them for my sled).

http://www.boltdepot.com/

I like the local Woodcraft store - the people are very friendly and helpful here.  I believe the stores are local franchises, so my experience maybe not true for all cases - but I also order from them online occasionaly.  Also good for searching out a product, then looking elsewhere for a better price...  Same goes for Rockler.  In some cases, these 2 stores are not always the most expensive - sometimes you can cherry-pick the good deals.

http://www.woodcraft.com/
http://www.rockler.com/

Grizzly is somewhat local for me (located in Bellingham, WA) - and they have some pretty solid machines.  I also check them for things like power feeders.  The BEST part is they deal both woodworking and metalworking - so this has been a nice combination for measuring instruments, etc which are a little specialized for woodworking stores, but common for metalworking.

http://www.grizzly.com/

For cheap router bits, I try the following places.  I have been happy with the quality, but then again I have never used a Freud bit.  I do use Whiteside (from Woodcraft & others) carbide spiral bits and have been happy with those as well.

http://mclswoodworking.com/  (free shipping?)
http://www.bladesnbits.com/  (good for bit sets)

I suppose I could go on and on...

Robert, when is your B-day?  We may need to chip in and get you a nice Freud blade and ruin the rest of your life...

[Eric Fuller]

No idea what a "lifetime" blade is.  I use the Freud thin kerf 40 tooth for ripping, and either the freud 80t ultimate cutoff or Forrest 80t melamane blades for crosscuts.

I bought more veneer then I will ever use from a dude on ebay.  He ran a business that used huge amounts of it for boardroom paneling and such.  Sent me a box of cutoffs you wouldnt believe.  Weighed 60 lbs of solid veneer, all of it eye popping in quality.  Check Ebay robert; best prices I have seen yet for veneer.

[Robert Yarger]

Eric,

Just pack up some of that veneer for me in the same shipment you are using to send be that new sled mount that you made.

Mushroom 

[Robert Yarger]

By the way Eric, you and the lathe lad (John) have convinced me to get a proper set of fured blades.  Will let you know what I think of them, but I do have one right now for rip cutting.

Mushroom

[Robert Yarger]

No, but I will check it out, and yet I a mocking you.  I did not meant to call you the "lathe lad"  really you are more of a "pen pal".

Mushroom

[Robert Yarger]

I've got a similar blade, but mine did not come with a hand attached to it.

Oh, by the way, thanks for the veneer, and also thanks for the imput.  I am still working here in the dark ages, and I need people to tell me when my equipment is "sticks and stones". 

Mushroom (sorry, the nick name just stuck and I love it - that is if you don't mind being "pen pal")

[Eric Fuller]

Speaking of pen blanks, I throw away tons of little offcut stock that could easilt be used for pen blanks.  Want me to start saving anything that pops for ya john?

[Eric Fuller]

I thought a thread on where we get our supplies would be handy.  Feel free to add.

Magnets:
http://www.kjmagnetics.com DO NOT USE!  Horrible service!

Try http://www.magnet4less.com instead.

Ball Bearings:
http://www.vxb.com

Power Tools:
http://www.amazon.com/tools

Inlay Strips:
http://inlays.com

Springs:
http://www.smallparts.com/?030

Tooling:
http://www.shars.com
http://www.grainger.com
http://www.mscdirect.com

Wood:
http://worldtimbercorp.com

[Robert Yarger]

Dude,

I already started a thread on this subject.  It is "good deals on supplies".  If you can, cut and paste all the info from that thread onto your thread, or paste your information from this thread on there so it is all in one place.

[Scott Peterson]

In addition to the other well known book dealers, here is another with rock bottom pricing on a limited number of books, woodworking and many others too:

Books:
http://edwardrhamilton.com/

[Eric Fuller]

Dude,

I already started a thread on this subject.  It is "good deals on supplies".  If you can, cut and paste all the info from that thread onto your thread, or paste your information from this thread on there so it is all in one place.

Dude, topics merged