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256076 "Adam R. Maxwell" <amaxwell@m...> 2015‑09‑02 Re: Russell-Jennings Bit Sets
> On Sep 1, 2015, at 13:34 , Steve Reynolds  wrote:
> 
> Somewhat related, and I have no idea why it is so, but I no longer reach for
my pristine tiered box of RJ bits.  I tend to grab the denim roll of mixed bits.
I will probably sell it at PATINA 2016.

FWIW, I seldom reach for my RJ bits, either; those damn 
double-lead screws strip too easily, and I end up cleaning 
them out. Cheap Irwin-pattern bits are where it's at for 
users, since nobody wants them, IMNSHO. Or Cook's pattern,
but good luck finding a set of those :).

Not that I'm getting rid of my tiered box of RJs, let alone
my #3 RJs or that NOS spare set that I picked up for $20.

> 
> Oh yeah, I just remembered, I need to make a roll for that complete set of
bitstock Forstner bits I got at the flea market earlier this year.  Don't want
to let those 16 bits that I paid $7 for to get rusty.

That is the best drive-by that I have seen on the porch in
years. 10/10, would say 'you suck' again.

Adam
Port Angeles, WA

Recent Bios FAQ