"Prometheus" wrote in message
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On Mon, 09 May 2005 16:51:31 GMT, "Ken Moon"
wrote:

SNIP..............
That may be true if turning was my main hobby, but I like making
furniture as well, so unless I get myself a sawmill, I'll still be
visiting the lumber yard.

Of course your budget for chain saw and accessories may grow! (:-)

That is true... I'm already considering a chainsaw to replace the bow
saw, in case I find any heavy burls, and I have discovered that I do
indeed want a chuck for my midi lathe. That's the way it goes, I
guess... so many great tools, so little money!
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If you do get the chain saw you may want to take a look at one of the
Alaskan saw mill devices for slabbing lamber from fresh cut or fallen logs.
Also Woodcraft at one time carried a saw mill accessory for slabbing work,
but I don't know if they still do. If you do a lot of furniture, a sawmill
can pay for itself in a short time.

Ken Moon
Webberville, TX.