Just got the May issue, Gordon Warr tests the sip 01497 planer thicknesser which is a copy of the Woodstar (sheppac) machine that I have, a very good report, that I must agree with in all respects.

Ben You are doing a great job with the mag. it's getting better each month, keep it up mate under the last control it was getting a bit in the doldrums.

derek. 

Ben,

I agree, keep it up.

D. 

Must admit i buy pretty much all of the mags each month, and i have subscribed to your which in my honest opinion is the best. Kepp up the excellent work.

Tony

Tony,

How's the polish going.

derek. 

Oh, got all your docs thanks. I'm not actually ready yet for finishing. I am currently still building the cabinet but wanted to try and learn as much as i can about different types of finishing so when the time comes i'm ready.

Another quick question as you seem a knowledgable chap, i'm looking to buy a good quality sander but i'm not sure what is the best type to start off with? Been looking at the dewalt orbit 1/2 sheet sander or the dewalt belt sander?  i cans ee advantages of both but wondered if you could help? Thought the belt sander would be handy as i have no room for bench mounted sanding and it could be used in this manner upside down.? But i could get a better finish with a random orbit sander?

Thanks again

Tony

Tony,

read as Ben says, belt by all means, can remove a lot in a short time, but random orbital for finishing, plus you will need to rub down by hand, for best results after.

Derek.