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112311 "Russ Ellsworth" <erg6@q...> 2002‑12‑12 Bio Update
It was called to my attention by Bill Ghio that my Bio is not currently
present in the list of such things. It was once there but now isn't. No big
deal. So I will post it again, not that I have anything much new to say but
so I will be able to continue buying "stuff" from those who pander to the
denizens of the porch.

My name is Russ Ellsworth. I live in Boise, Idaho. I am a retired EE as of
about four years ago. I discovered the "light" of Oldtools about 5 years ago
after acquiring the usual electron burners a la Norm over the prior 10 years
or so.

Current projects include a large (22"x 7"x 4") wooden vise for my new bench.
The bench has been in construction for about three years or maybe more but
now is the time!! I just finished a King size pencil post bed from local
elm. The posts were laminated, and tapered using planes and a bit of b***
s** when the octagonal tapering got a bit too much for this neophyte. It was
my first time chopping mortises of any size. What a rush when the whole
thing actually fit together. It was a one year anniversary present for
SWMBO. Came out great and I scored big points.

My accumulation of planes, chisels, files, etc.. also needs to be addressed
soon....after I find the "round to it". In the meantime I enjoy the slope,
the wood butchering, and especially the discussions here. Thanks to all who
have supplied the "monkey on my back" old tools!!

Russ Ellsworth
Boise, Idaho



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