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This is yet another outstanding invention from Dr.Qwas (Steve Adams). Continuing with the Qwas Branding, the Qwas Square will be made of 3/16 Aluminum, and will
be black anodized.

Included with the actual fence will be the brass thumb screws and bolts that allow you to fasten your Qwas Square to the Festool rail. The initial Prototype was cut with water jets today, and will be made available for final on Monday or Tuesday.  Once the final is approved, the milling aspect is put “box 1″ for fabrication.  We have been using the jig for several days, and it is a true gem; Time saving, repetitive, and accurate as all get out.

Festool Junkie is offering a Pre-Order Yours Today for $54.99 + Shipping on the Qwas Square.  The initial run is for limited to 50 so act quickly, they are moving along nicely, already we are over half way to our 50…get em whilst the gettin’ is hot.

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There is a tremendously informative thread going on over at Festool Owners Group.  There are many questions being asked and answered by Qwas and Myself.  You can locate the link by going here:  The name of the thread is, Guide rail speed square… and you can click this link to travel over there: Guide Square.  Feel free to jump in with any questions you may have and again, Dr. Qwas (Steve) and I will do our absolute best to help you out.  Furthermore, for more detailed information on Qwas Products.  Steve prides himself on simplicity and it really shows.  All his products are extremely simple to use, and are only limited by the level of creativity used when applying them.

We do have a limited initial run being produced, so get in on it quick.  Our metal guys, have moved some of their production to accommodate this project for us

Pre-Order Here:

Qwas Square – $54.99

Order Qwas Bench Dog Products here and save on some shipping.

Qwas Super Pack (4 Qwas Dogs, and 2 Rail Dogs) – $84.99

Qwas Combo Pack (2 Qwas Dogs, and 2 Rail Dogs) – $57,99

Qwas Dogs (2 Qwas Dogs) – $29.95

Qwas Rail Dogs (2 Rail Dogs) – $34.95

You can see the Qwas Dogs and Rail Dogs in Mr. Brice Burrell of, Burrell Custom Carpentry, wonderful “Child’s Desk Project.” Brice was not at all promoting the Qwas Products, and in full disclosure, was given to him by Festool Junkie for him to try.

Thanks again,

Timmy and Steve

Well,  it is that time of year again.  I have compiled a list of gifts that contain both Festool and Other Manufacturers.  We wish you a safe and sound Holiday Season, and want to thank all of you for your support this year.

It has been a tough year to say the least, but remember, economic conditions do not define who we are.  It is what is in the soul that counts.  May you always be good to yourself, and true to others.

Timmy C

You may find some great ideas in this section I added to the site.  It is a conglomeration of “blow-out” items that we have here in the store.  No Festool in this section, but the price is right, and there are some very handy items.  Including hard to find 71 3/4″ Shopsmith Sized Bandsaw Blades for a fraction of the cost!

Check out our Holiday Blow Out Specials By Clicking This Link and Viewing the sizes and styles of Bandsaw Blades.  We also have several 133″ Bandsaw Blades for Jet 18″ Bansaws.

Here is more:  This workhorse job site support has been the rave of the Lincoln, NE contractors.  It was Invented by Mr. Case Long, and it is extremely easy to assemble.  It is at a great price and ships immediately!

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Blue Line Sanding Block and a 100 sheet assortment of sandpaper.  This is an extremely durable foam  Block; one side of the Block is soft, and the other hard; furthermore  Festool RTS Paper Fits on the block nicely as well.

ToolClad Magnetic Table Saw Covers Set of three:

All Three ToolClad Sizes for 40 Bucks. These are ideal for the person in your life that spends time in the shop!

Helps prevent rust:

* Keeps out humidity * Protects against spills * Rain from the garage door * Moisture from pets or pests

It’s a Dry-Erase board:

* Sketch out ideas * Write out cut lists * Make notes * Keep tabs on projects

Its Magnetic! Adhears to the tools surface:

* Will not slide * Create additional workspace * Great for glue-ups since glue will not stick

Loaded with indispensable reference information:

* Drill tables * Geometric formulas * Deluxe protractor guide * Wood hardness charts * Pilot hole guide * Other valuable woodworking information

Conveniently rolls up and stores away compared to bulky tarps or covers. Easily modified to fit the safety guard.

In this set you get all three sizes:

TableSaw 28″ x 44″

BandSaw 16″ x 24″

ScrollSaw 20″ x 20″

Order All Three Tool Clads for the incredibly low price of $40.00

Youngstown Gloves, assorted styles and sizes.  Check the catalog page for sizes and styles.  A great gift for only $17.25

A HUGE BLOW OUT ON Webb Abrasives COURSE SANDING SPONGES.  These Sponges were a special order that we got stuck with.  One edge is a round over, and the other edge is slanted.  We have a ton of these things and will blow them out in lots of 24ct cases for $12.00.  A very good deal to say the least.  At this price you can’t afford not to pick up some of these.  Drywall, burn marks on the edge of milled lumber, rapid removal of paint and varnish.  So many uses.

Speaking of Webb Abrasives.  Try this one:  A 24ct Cooler  of Webb Abrasives  “Fine Grit” Standard square blocks (take out the sponges and keep your favorite beverage cold).  Only $25.00

Jorgensen Hold Down Clamps Only $20.00

Jorgensen 10 ” EZ Hold II Only $20.00

“Joining has always been a slow, difficult process. Never again, thanks to the Festool Domino joining system. The system consists of the Domino joiner and pre-fabricated, beech and sipo Domino tenons. The Domino joiner, with its revolutionary cutting method, simple indexing features and adjustable mortise sizing, makes flawless mortises every single time. The Domino tenon is equally as impressive – it is 100% rotation-proof and far stronger than either biscuits or dowels. It also has a large gluing surface area for extra strength.” From FestoolUSA Site

In my words, this is a must have tool. It is quick, easy to use, numerous…nearly endless applications, and….they have improved on some features:

The New Festool Domino Support Base / Bracket; flip down stops that enable you to index the center of the cut at 20mm rather than the old 37mm. The flip stops are fully retractable, and is completely retractable as well.

There is now a New Festool Domino 4mm Cutter, and New Festool 4mm Beech Domino that will allow you to throw mortii into thinner stock. I am thinking 1/2 Baltic Birch Drawers, Base, Case, Moulding, etc etc.

This is a mean machine, and any worries that the new style indexing pins are inferior should be discarded. The tool has been in distribution for quite some time evey where except the states, and it is a Festool!

The Next Generation Domino

The New Festool Domino Support Base / Bracket

The Walko Table is truly an amazing table. In view of the economy, Festool Junkie and LHTCinc has decided to offer a $100 Dollar Instant Rebate to the Walko-3 Workbench putting at $629 with rebate, and a $150 Instant Rebate on the the Walko-4 Complete WorkBench sets with rebate $799. This rebate will take effect immediately. We do have a limited supply making room for more benches, so act quick. Orders placed by noon will ship the same day.

For those of you still unfamiliar with the Walko Workbench, here are a few video’s for you to get the 411 on these incredibly versatile benches.

Bart Has Come Up With Another that shows the bench in the upright position.

We are also offering a variety of configurations to help with the cost of the bench.

Walko-3 Frame With One Top and One Right and Left Table Support. New Configuration, New Pricing!

Walko 3 Frame with One Table Top and Table Support

Walko 3 In Normal position with One Top

Walko-4 Frame with One Top and One Right and Left Table Support

The Underside of the Bamboo Table Top with the Table Supports

Set of Four Work Struts, now only $75.00 A great addition to the scaled down tables.

Stop By “The Junk” or Give us a call. Multiple table discounts available.

Thanks,

Timmy C

The “WorkHorse” is the coolest invention since … well … sliced bread? Perhaps not sliced bread, but it is pretty darned cool. The WorkHorse is the ultimate expandable, sturdy, compact, easily stored, goes together in minutes, uses 2×4 material found on the jobsite, saw-horse that there ever is or was. If you are a Siding Guy, or a Gutter Guy….this is the perfect solution for you…..These sawhorses can extend out as long as you need.

The WorkHorse goes together with 8 nuts and Bolts. The only other material you need is 2×4 lumber; short pieces for the top, and any length for the “side stretchers.” The cut-outs in the legs of the WorkHorse are larger than a 2×4, when you tilt the two sides into place, they automatically lock into the 2×4 and level out to give you a properly flat work surface.

A local contractor came up with these benches, patented them, and ask Festool Junkie to bring them to our community.

Check out these Pics:

Shop Online at FestoolJunkie. A WorkHorse is only gonna set you back $69.00.

Purchase a WorkHorse Here!

Timmy C

What do they say, “_____ are the best invention since sliced bread”? The reality is, that Craig, the Bowclamp dude has done it for us…Thank You Craig. I tried once to make a set of cauls for a project, but the reality of it was, I didn’t have the time, or the tools, or the space in the shop to get them to turn out as good as Craig at Bowclamp. Furthermore, it cost me a bunch to “tool up” to make two exactly alike so they would distribute the pressure like a good caul should. it should be? Once again, I didn’t have the time to mill these types of things, and I wish I would have know about these jobbies then. Bowclamps are indeed a precision tool, and will soon become to be a necessary tool in the LHTC arsenal.

The applications of the Bowclamp are not limited to simple edge joinery. The clamps can
be used for things like:

Veneer pressing,

Carcass assembly tool,

Face Frame Installation,

Edge Banding,

or how about Laminations without using 12 or so clamps…on a 4 foot glue up, one one each end of the Bowclamp will do, or even use it without clamps by using wedges between fixed boards or dogs.

Make sure to watch these videos, and tell me these are the most simple solutions to very
common methods of work around your shop.

Timmy C

Check out what others, including but not limited to “Fine Woodworking” has to say about Bowclamp

Bowclamp Reviews

Buy Bowclamps at Festool Junkie Free Shipping

We have some clearance items we would like to offer. We are making room for more schtuff, and would like to pass on some bulk purchasing savings to y’all.

Troxell knee pads are amongst the finest out there. They strap behind the knee, so you don’t get that crinkly feeling from wearing them with pants, and shorts.

Check it out. While supplies last we have several offers I would like to pass along.

Troxell Supersoft 17-209Soft – Buy Three get a free Troxell Torpedo Level – $93.00

Troxell Supersoft 17-209SoftL (Large) – Buy Three get a free Troxell Topedo Level – $123.00

Troxell Supersoft XL Leatherhead – Buy Three get a free Troxell Topedo Level – $140.00

Troxell 24″ Levels – $25.99

Troxell 48″ Levels – $33.99

Troxell 72″ Levels – $55.99

Troxell 12″ Torpedo Level – $14.99

The levels are killer. There are solid, have numerous float sites, rubber ends for bouncing (Not that you would ever drop it), and a handle. The Price is definately right.

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Hello All,

We now have the new Black Anodized Qwas Dos and Rail Dogs available at FestoolJunkie. These little gems are very slick, and will certainly boost your productivity with the MFT/3.

Take a peak at these links:

Qwas Dog Manual

Rail Dog Manual

Squaring The Fence Video Below:

Rail Dog Video Below:

Qwas Dog Demo Video Below:

Qwas Has Got It Goin’ On!!!

Buy Qwas Dogs

Buy Rail Dogs

Buy The Qwas Combo (One set of Qwas Dogs and One set of Rail Dogs.)

Have Fun Folks,

Timmy C

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For those of you who just don’t know what to get your Festool Junkie; here is a quick list of items for you. Simply click on the links provided below, and you can’t go wrong.

Festool Quick Clamps – $36.00 (1 Each)

Festool Screw Clamps – $33.00 (1 Pair)

Festool Safety Glasses – $25.00 Perfect in the stocking or at work.

Festool Tape Measure – $25.00

Shop Organization is always on a woodworkers mind; check these out for a few more clams.

Festool 12 Drawer Sortainer – $119.00

For the Big Present, try these;

Festool TS 55 Plunge Cut Saw - $475.00

Festool C12 1.30 Ah Brushless / Cordless Drill – $345.00

Festool Midi Dust Extractor / Vacuum – $380.00

Any of these items will surely please your recipient!

Timmy C

I wanted to share that I am in Columbus, OH at Woodwerks Fall Expo over the next three days doing demonstrations of the Walko tables. Both Walko Tables tables are here at Woodwerks in Columbus, OH the fashion that they will be distributed.

If any of you are close to the Columbus, OH area, stop by and say hello. Todd Damon, owner of Woodwerks is a prince of a man, and has a TREMENDOUS store over here. The shop sells, Powermatic Custom, Bosch, DeWalt, Steel City, Delta, The largest Rockler affiliate store in the country….GET THIS….everything thing in the store is 10% off. If you have the means get on over here!

Woodwerks in Columbus, OH There is a very cool video tour through the store….check it out! Map To Woodwerks.

PS. During the Show, the Walko-4 will list at $849.00 and the Walko-3 will list at $699.00. Call me on my cellular phone:402.525.2435 and leave a message and we will get you hooked up.

TimmyC