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I've been searching Craig's List for a Unisaw in decent condition at a price I wanted to pay. I found one; 220 V, HP unknown as yet, single phase. It was purchased in a package that also included this drill press. Here's the little I know about it so far: Atlas Drill Press 1/3 HP Jacobs...

I found this Stanley #60 miter box and saw yesterday at a flea market. I believe all the parts are here, at least I haven't found anything missing yet. I found a video on YouTube about someone restoring a similar model. Have you restored a miter box and saw? I'd like to see how you...

I've had (and used) my grandfather's Rock Island 574 vise since he died in 1983. I decided it was time to clean it up, paint, and re-lube it. I discovered that the only part holding the vise to the swivel base was an over-tightened swivel lock mechanism. The center bolt is completely missing...

I've had (and used) my grandfather's Rock Island 574 vise since he died in 1983. I decided it was time to clean it up, paint, and re-lube it. I discovered that the only part holding the vise to the swivel base was an over-tightened swivel lock mechanism. The center bolt is completely missing...

I don't attempt to make a living at it, but I like restoring furniture. Occasionally, an upholstered piece requires buttons made of the same upholstery fabric. While small hand operated gadgets can be had in the fabric department of department stores and shops, they are good only for thin...

I decided to take apart, clean up, lube, and repaint my grandfather's barn vise. I've had it since he died in 1983. It's a Rock Island 574. Everything works, but it's missing the center bolt, and there appears to be little left of the old lubricant. The upper part was held to the lower part...