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  1. Shop lens holder

    Started by mklotz, Jul 27, 2016 11:08 AM
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    Started by garycullen, Jul 27, 2016 03:09 PM
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    Started by astroracer, Jul 24, 2016 07:45 AM
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    Started by astroracer, May 22, 2012 05:24 AM
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  7. Improvised deep throat calipers

    Started by mklotz, Jul 23, 2016 10:41 AM
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  8. H & V bandsaw stand

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    Started by bstanga, Jul 22, 2016 11:50 AM
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    Started by Spannerdude, Mar 23, 2013 12:23 PM
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