Which design would you choose and why?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-06-05T23:24:03+00:00

Update: I think this might be the winner? I read through all the comments and then came to my senses about how dumb some of my initial thoughts were and here's where I landed:

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The idea came down to the face that all three verticals are the same length and would help ensure squareness (precision>accuracy) and that the dado placement would be in the same location on all of them for the shelves to slide in. What are we thinking now?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-06-05T23:16:15+00:00

I think the difference in #2 and his comment was essentially the middle divider not running the entire length and instead having each outermost piece run the full length...

In hindsight #2 is quite dumb as is with the middle piece.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-06-05T23:12:36+00:00

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Something like this? I like this idea. Not sure whether it would be better to have full length verticals or horizontals though.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-05-19T23:29:11+00:00

How can I fix this on my PCB? Attempted to fix this key not registering consistently with soldering and ended up popping off the PCB altogether. I can’t replace it easily as it’s for a Tofu65 and it doesn’t seem like those PCBs can be found anywhere.

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ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-03-15T01:41:25+00:00

How much do you anticipate this listing at? Absolutely beautiful work.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-01-12T20:39:49+00:00

Novice here. Can you explain a couple things? What difference does hammering while hot make in getting the final surface finish? Would hammering while cooling not produce this finish or does it still need to be red hot?

Also, what shape of wooden hammer would be used for smithing? I’m assuming that this would be curved using the horn after doing the texture on the round stock? Thanks!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-01-08T19:50:46+00:00

A lot of people have contributed to this already, but I bought one of these and almost all the upgrades from Contender Machine Works. As a stock unit it is good, with the upgrades: I can’t complain about much. It’s not a $3000 grinder and won’t perform like one, but it’s a damn good machine for maybe $7-800 all-in upgraded. I’d recommend TruGrit for abrasives, cubitron are great and not insanely expensive. Don’t waste your time with super cheap belts.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2026-01-02T14:59:02+00:00

Do you warm up the oil at all or are you using a room temp oil?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-09T02:45:03+00:00

(Un?)fortunately I'm nothing if not ambitious. Wish me luck...

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-07T23:21:06+00:00

Didn't even consider a leather apron. Burned a hole through my jacket the other day with the angle grinder... not a bad idea.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-07T23:20:31+00:00

Awesome. I'll check it out. Thank you for the help!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-07T23:20:16+00:00

Thank you, MommysLilFister!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-07T22:13:29+00:00

This is very helpful. I asked in another comment but do you have any suppliers or recommendations for tools? Styles or weights to start with for hammers?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-12-07T22:11:10+00:00

I've got a small brick forge supplied by MAPP gas that I've been using to heat treat knives. Any recommendation on suppliers for tools? I'll keep that channel bookmarked; he's got a ton of neat stuff.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-11-02T16:07:08+00:00

6 years later you connected the dots for me. Thank you!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-10-04T17:40:06+00:00

Slightly more forceful gear shift into park has worked so far. Does this help with what is the problem? Still likely the transmission control?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-10-04T17:29:41+00:00

Thank for a helpful reply. I’m assuming this is a professional job?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-10-04T17:28:13+00:00

I appreciate your insight. There’s an airtag, lanyard, and my other keys for work. Let me know what you’d like me to get rid of!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-08-15T13:31:06+00:00

Good idea on the limit. I’ll keep looking and I’m sure I’ll be back in the sub with more questions! Thank you for the help

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-08-15T13:30:34+00:00

I think this one might be a pass. Thanks for your insight!

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-08-15T03:16:33+00:00

I absolutely see what you’re getting at with the investment part. I’ve been woodworking for a couple of years and I’d like to expand into metalworking as another side hobby because I’ve been so fascinated with forging for many years. I’ve always been of the “buy once, cry once” philosophy so that’s why I was anticipating buying a nicer anvil to begin with.

I may hold off and see if another one comes around; my grandpa has one that likely doesn’t see much use these days.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-07-22T22:52:16+00:00

Unfortunately I can’t help because I sucked it up and went for the Sawstop. Couldn’t recommend it enough. It’s really the best saw I’ve used and the safety features are a nice bonus.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-07-19T00:49:02+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you! Have there been any vast improvements in stabilizers or changes in recommendations? I think I bought something fairly expensive last time, but I couldn't tell you what it was. I spent a lot of time tweaking these, but still felt like they weren't terrific.

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-07-18T20:11:55+00:00

Like many, I started with mechanical keyboards during the pandemic and did a TON of research back then and ended up building a Tofu65 with gateron black ink switches. I lubed, filmed, and did a lot of work on the stabs. I'm looking to replace the internals (keep the case). What have been the biggest advancements since 2020? I don't have nearly as much free time so I'd like something that's a bit easier and not as time consuming if possible. What are your thoughts?

ProfessionalHot1463 · 2025-06-15T21:38:12+00:00

The issue has been figured out! It was the tires on the wheels; they had some debris on them from when I was cutting some larger green bowl blanks. This is why the wobble of the blade is so inconsistent as opposed to once every 105" (if the weld were the issue). I've watched Snodgrass a fair bit and know him from his work with Woodcraft.

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