I go the show every year, and will attend this year as well. I wouldn't
expect any great deals, but there are some good ones. The prices are
generally close to street prices, but you often get some freebies thrown in.
If not, ask for some! There generally are several vendor demonstrations
going on at once and Marc Adams will be there this year offering some
classes. Here's a link to the event:
http://www.thewoodworkingshows.com/columbus
I have the full brochure I got in the mail if your need more info.
After paying for parking and admission, enter the show and look to your
right. You should see a restroom sign. In front of that sign there is
usually a beer vendor cleverly disguised as a pretzel stand. Get yourself a
cold one and do some tool shopping! Nothing better in the world than
enjoying a beer while shopping for power tools! --dave




"Larry Kraus" wrote in message
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"Scraper" wrote:

I have recently moved back into the Central Ohio area. I saw an ad for
the upcoming Columbus Woodworking Show. Was wondering if anyone had
been to it and what their thoughts were. I am a rookie with a few
basic tools, but have hope to someday be a rookie with really nice
tools. What can I expect from the show? Good deals on tools?
Supplies? Good place to pick up some knowledge? (The ad I saw wasn't
very specific.)

Thanks for the help,
S.

You should probably go at least once, just to satisfy your curiosity.
Expect some good demonstrations, crowds, long lines, so-so deals. Most
prices can be matched online, though sometimes the show-only price
includes a video or an extra accessory. If you want something
specific, know your prices before you go. This may be your only chance
to put your hands on a Veritas plane without buying one or going to
Canada. Eat before you go - the concession prices are outrageous.
Parking is $4-5 dollars, though I think Rockler is offering to pay for
it with a $30 show purchase. Even if you do not go to the show,
Woodwerks (for REALLY nice tools) is offering 10% off most everything
in the store that same weekend...