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06-04-2013, 11:15 PM #1
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Thanked: 498My second Lipshaw Microtome strop refurbished
Today I picked up a parcel from the post sent to me by our favorite genius Mr. Neil Miller. Neil was good enough to create 3 new Lipshaw leather panels for me for this project.
I picked up a second Lipshaw because they are simply the best stropping system ever made I.M.H.O.
My original Lip. is located in my sitting room attached to the wall. I wanted a second Lip. for my basement workshop, so I dont have to climb the stairs all the time. Ive taken the advise from my good friend Tom who suggested setting it up seated level (simply brilliant idea) as well as getting me hooked on Lipshaw Microtomes in the first place. I stripped the units old wood base and fabricated an aluminum one as well as an alum. stand base. Also I liberated some steel tubes and flatbar to weld at either end of the tubes to tap mounting screws. It turned out wonderfuly.
Thanks to my friends Tom & Neil.
Thanks for looking.
Darl (Tarkus)
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06-04-2013, 11:27 PM #2
Very nice & a great series of photos showing the process.
Thank you for taking the time to show us.
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06-04-2013, 11:55 PM #3
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Thanked: 3164I agree. A well crafted job and it shows how skilful you are. I wouldn't hesitate to use the services of your machine-shop anyday. You made a great job of it: strop renovation and stand.
No offense intended, but if you made another stand they could bear the weight of your coffin with you in it, arms folded over your beloved Lipshaw!
As you yourself would say, Darl - HAR!
Your old (and I mean that sincerely, folks!) mate,
Neil
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06-05-2013, 12:01 AM #4
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06-05-2013, 01:12 AM #5
Your not going off with that strop, Brother! If I outlive you, I shall drive to Philly and do some breakin and entering.
Seriously, that will serve you well. Your workmanship, along with Neil's and the sturdy construction of the stand and the old Detroit strop it'self, is, without a doubt, the epitome of strops.
Enjoy it in good health, My friend!
Tom"Don't be stubborn. You are missing out."
I rest my case.
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06-05-2013, 01:18 AM #6
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06-05-2013, 01:20 AM #7
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Tarkus (06-05-2013)
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06-05-2013, 01:39 AM #8
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Thanked: 4249Nice work to all involved!
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06-05-2013, 01:55 AM #9
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06-11-2013, 02:40 PM #10
I tried Tarkus' Lipshaw on Sunday and I think it's awesome.