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06-04-2013, 11:15 PM #1Senior Member
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My 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 #2Senior Member
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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 #3Senior Member
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I 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 #4Senior Member
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Well Neil you know what they say? Its not the coughin, its the coffin they carry you off in.
Originally Posted by Neil Miller
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!
Neil
Thanks Brother for all your help.
DarlLast edited by Tarkus; 06-05-2013 at 12:05 AM.
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06-05-2013, 01:12 AM #5Razor Vulture
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Your not going off with that strop, Brother! If I outlive you, I shall drive to Philly and do some breakin and entering. Originally Posted by Tarkus
Well Neil you know what they say? Its not the coughin, its the coffin they carry you off in.
Thanks Brother for all your help.
Darl
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 #6Senior Member
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You know you'll get my gear when I croak. Although knowing you, you'd slip a Gold-Dollar in my breast pocket for that final jab. Originally Posted by sharptonn
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
Har!!!!
Thanks for all your knowledge and support Bro, I'd be lost withya!!!
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06-05-2013, 01:20 AM #7Razor Vulture
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Yep! You already ARE lost with me! Originally Posted by Tarkus
HAR!
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"Don't be stubborn. You are missing out."
I rest my case.
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06-05-2013, 01:39 AM #8Historically Inquisitive
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Nice work to all involved!
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06-05-2013, 01:55 AM #9Razor Vulture
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It is sorta silly how we effect one another. In a practical way, of course! Originally Posted by Martin103
This one turned out good!
"Don't be stubborn. You are missing out."
I rest my case.
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06-11-2013, 02:40 PM #10Senior Member
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I tried Tarkus' Lipshaw on Sunday and I think it's awesome.
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