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2 Weeks Ago

skouri1 started a thread hiking boots in The Art of Wardrobe

I know there's a whole boots thread, but they are quite diverse. i have recently discovered that hiking in winter is awesome and a great way to get...

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1 Week Ago

Drew started a thread Home Backup Generator. in The OT

We are considering a home backup generator. Looking at Kohler and Generac. I wanted to check and see if the HiveMind had any constructive input? ...

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3 Weeks Ago

false_aesthetic started a thread Ear Bud Recommendations in The OT

I'm humbly turning to the V-Salon Collective for ear bud recommendations. A bit more info is below. Thanks! I have been a devoted...

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3 Days Ago

TMB started a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

I hope this is a simple question for this audience. I have one of those 12” knife steels in the kitchen. It has a roughish surface and I think...

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1 Week Ago

Mabouya started a thread It would be cruel to prosecute this woman... in The OT

... but Florida being Florida, I wouldn't be surprised if they do. However, I can't imagine any jury anywhere convicting her. ...

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DBordewisch started a thread AED, I coach youth volleyball our practice facility needs an AED. in The OT

I coach youth volleyball, and our practice facility will purchase an AED. Any recommendations, suggestions, or advice would be greatly appreciated....

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giordana93 started a thread Enviable Audio Dilemma in The OT

Seeking advice from the all-knowing brain trust. I don't know how to make long stories short, but will try: Always had music in my life, but usually...

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2 Weeks Ago

Bobonli started a thread TVs, Sound bars and Loss of Synchronization in The OT

I have a new Samsung 4k television with the Samsung sound bar. My internet provider is Verizon and I have their top tier internet service. Right out...

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3 Weeks Ago

Marvinlungwitz started a thread Bills/Bengals game in The OT

It was playing in the background as I’m playing with my iPad just now. Horrible to see Hamlin collapse like that. So sad.

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3 Weeks Ago

Peter Polack started a thread What's the Deal With craigslist? in The OT

I'm shopping the used market for a weight bench. I've responded to five separate ads on craigslist via the e-mail link and none of them reply,...

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72gmc started a thread Mikaela Shiffrin in The OT

84. Now just two World Cup wins shy of Stenmark. On top of her game, as much or more than any athlete in the world right now. Amazing.

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1 Week Ago

TMB started a thread Hand files. Good source? in The OT

Does anyone have a good source for hand files? Specifically, saw sharpening files. I am looking for a 4” 2x slim. I have a couple of 20 TPI...

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ElvisMerckx started a thread Refurbished Vintage Axes in VSalon HandMade Gallery (non-cycling)

My 15yo son recently refurbished his grandfather's camp axe and rigger's axe with new ash handles (hand carved from a victim of Emerald Ash Borers).

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false_aesthetic started a thread Tubing Roller Q: in The Frame Forum@VSalon

Hey Folks, I need to buy another set of dies for my tubing roller. There's a set of 5/8" and 3/4" available locally for a song. . . but they're...

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false_aesthetic started a thread Paypal Protection in The OT

Heyo, I have someone in Australia interested in a $450 fork (see the classifieds). Willing to pay shipping ($100 -- USPS Priority). Wants to pay...

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rec head replied to a thread Enviable Audio Dilemma in The OT

Do you have local music like ripped CDs that you will want to stream too? For that I have only found the PC to be decent for managing my collection....

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7 Hours Ago

9tubes replied to a thread Enviable Audio Dilemma in The OT

I use Apple Music (lossless) through a NAD 758v3 to my Sonus Fabers. The Dirac software used by NAD (and others) was a revelation. I've never heard...

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9 Hours Ago

COVRTDESIGN replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

In my exec chef days I always had some cheaper japanese stones soaking in water in my office. They are roughly a 400 grit then the 1000 grit, then...

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9 Hours Ago

COVRTDESIGN replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

You can use the steel to bring the edge back over on a japanese knife, just remember to vary your degree when using it. I have all Japanese knives...

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10 Hours Ago

TMB replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

My dad grew up on a farm in Ireland. He milked cattle by hand. He had the wrists of a superman. He pulled that steel out before he used a...

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10 Hours Ago

giordana93 replied to a thread Enviable Audio Dilemma in The OT

so I am keeping this one going by asking those of you who have local music streamers to describe your setup. stand alone or pc, dac, etc. I'm...

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giordana93 replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

....and then literally today I was glad to have that old Wusthof steel. my wife (French Canadian) has a family recipe for the best apple pie...

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NYCfixie replied to a thread The Seven Shoe Wardrobe in The Art of Wardrobe

The most up to date version of my Carmina collection. Only their Detroit Last works for me which means 531/PTB or 532/LWB but for some reason I...

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12 Hours Ago

woodworker replied to a thread Mikaela Shiffrin in The OT

She is back at the top of her game. Good for her!

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TMB replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

I am really glad you posted this. I think that this may be the gem here . Most of my knives are either German or swedish and it never occurred to...

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Paul Jacobs replied to a thread The Seven Shoe Wardrobe in The Art of Wardrobe

2016, the same year I retired. As I now rarely dress formally, my remaining pair of black Oxfords should see me out....

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72gmc replied to a thread timepieces in The Art of Wardrobe

OT? No! Note picture 7 … the dash is a Sinn. https://www.bikeexif.com/custom-bimota-motorcycle

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Too Tall replied to a thread Automobiles in The Art of Wardrobe

Are you Batman? Tell the truth.

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darkmother replied to a thread Automobiles in The Art of Wardrobe

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17 Hours Ago

Alistair replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

Hi John, yes, I use a 400 grit stone in a similar way. Chip removal sometimes, but mostly for setting the foundational edge geometry. I like 13...

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18 Hours Ago

jclay replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

Philosophically the Zip Code I'm in and that definitely includes increasing the sharpening juice/squeeze ratio by working smarter. The 300 stone...

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72gmc replied to a thread Automobiles in The Art of Wardrobe

I feel a bit guilty for liking this.

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19 Hours Ago

Alistair replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

Yes, good point. I have found that waterstones, or at least Japanese water stones, don't mix well with softer steels but I'm not entirely sure why...

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19 Hours Ago

72gmc replied to a thread Mikaela Shiffrin in The OT

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20 Hours Ago

jclay replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

I got a half dozen Lamson SS kitchen knives about 30 years ago. Riveted wooden handles, no bolster, No 650 Chef is an exemplar of the group. Good...

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1 Day Ago

Mark Kelly replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

IMO fine polishing a cutting edge which is used in a pushing motion (like a planer) is very important, but with a blade which is used in a slicing...

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giordana93 replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

do you always use compound/paste or dry?

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1 Day Ago

giordana93 replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

Agree with much above, so only add this: I don't think the Germans who made my striated/textured steel are idiots. In fact, that steel (the tool)...

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Alistair replied to a thread Very OT ….Knife steels .. in The OT

What type of knife are you sharpening, and do you know what steel it is made of? Honing rods are usually used with Western (ie. non Japanese) knife...

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1 Day Ago

jclay replied to a thread Home Backup Generator. in The OT

Yeah they are. We have the Yamaha/iPower inverter and it's fantastic; easy start, sips gas and tandem capable though we haven't the need.

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1 Day Ago

Drew replied to a thread Home Backup Generator. in The OT

Toots - if you have the space, you can get a 2000 and a 2000 "companion" and run them in tandem, for the same money as one 3200, maybe a fuzz less. ...

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Saab2000 replied to a thread The Nomadic Life in Bicycle Nomad - Airtreams RVs Vans Campers

Anyone use anything from Taxa? Their two smallest trailers hold some appeal for me. I believe either can fit into my garage and both could be pulled...

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Too Tall replied to a thread Home Backup Generator. in The OT

I loath that I purchased a Honda 2000 and they come out with the new one's only a year later. No kidding, these little Honda's are terrific. One...

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