That's how I pick my projects, based upon what new tool I will need. I try
not to pick projects that will require multiple major purchases at once.

I am in need of
1) A 'real' jointer 8"+ long bed.
2) planer
3) bandsaw
4) a 'real' drill press

I have done a lot with a baby jointer, DP, no planer, no band saw.

I almost bought a huge stack of rough, 12/4 maple yesterday some pieces up
to 22' across and all about 10' long. Pile (20 pieces) went for about $100
at auction!

Available were 2 similar piles of maple, a pile of beech, a smaller pile of
KD oak and a pile of walnut. The walnut went for $60 IIRC.

Would have required me to buy bandsaw, real jointer and a planer. Hence I
bid accordingly.

Was that anyone here, just waiting to post their gloat? Did anyone here see
those piles?

Auction was http://www.wolgemuth-auction.com/ in Leola, PA. Next auction in
August.

"Modat22" wrote in message
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I know it might be evil, but whenever I really need something I just
show the wife a few plans for something (Like some mission furniture)
and bam!! she says ok lets do it.....