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  • Several Regions have held meetups already, but others are being planned or are evaluating the interest. The Calgary Area Meetup is set for Saturday July 12th at 10am. The signup thread is here! Arbutus has also explored interest in a Fraser Valley meetup but it seems members either missed his thread or had other plans. Let him know if you are interested in a meetup later in the year by posting here! Slowpoke is trying to pull together an Ottawa area meetup later this summer. No date has been selected yet, so let him know if you are interested here! We are not aware of any other meetups being planned this year. If you are interested in doing something in your area, let everyone know and make it happen! Meetups are a great way to make new machining friends and get hands on help in your area. Don’t be shy, sign up and come, or plan your own meetup!

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  1. CWret

    Announcing the 2025 Ontario Meetup April 26 in Aylmer

    Awesome addition to the donation table. Tks
  2. CWret

    Announcing the 2025 Ontario Meetup April 26 in Aylmer

    I’d like to add to Susq’s note above: It is a terrific spot for our venue. Thanks grease monkey. Guaranteed to be an awesome meetup. In addition to a swap meet, we will also have a donation table. Bring something you no longer need - then we will draw names and select who gets first choice at...
  3. CWret

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    I did. Repeat of above http://www.grohmannknives.com/ Their web site is very good. Their Canada wide delivery is via Canada post and for a knife with custom engraving was less than 2 weeks to my door. Engraving was only $13 extra.
  4. CWret

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    FYI - I saw their discounted clearance items and also their “seconds”. The “seconds” are half price. I ordered two of the above subject knives that are sold as “seconds”. I figured with two I could compare what they call “seconds”. Well guess what - I can’t see any defects or blemishes on either...
  5. CWret

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    Do you want a premium quality, made in Canada knife? Great gift to yourself or to celebrate a special occasion. Then have a look at Grohmann Knives. They are made in Pictou, Nova Scotia using German steel and European craftsmen-ship. For pictures see the post in the Tools section...
  6. CWret

    Made in Canada Grohmann Knives. Is a knife a tool?

    Many CHMW carry a pocket knife whenever they are wearing pants. It is always available and very handy in the shop. Yes a knife is a tool! So why not be proud of your knife? Grohmann knives are affordable yet premium quality and made in Pictou, Nova Scotia. Their factory and store has 25...
  7. CWret

    One less John on the Forum

    That’s no biggie. Looking forward to seeing you again this summer.
  8. CWret

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    Caterpillar & gypsy moth control: I discovered BTK about a dozen years ago. It’s the best thing since sliced bread and Vipers Venom. It is a relatively environmentally friendly product. We have 3 maples that shade our deck. The gypsy moth like them. The worst part is that the adult’s poop...
  9. CWret

    Made in/shop in Canada options - Links or recommendations only!

    Oak trees in Ontario! The best time to plant a tree is 30 years ago. The second best time to plant a tree is today. We moved to our rural property 37 years ago. It had no trees. We planted about 100 but just one oak. It is now the biggest and best looking tree we have. PS1: It looks a lot...
  10. CWret

    WTB: Hypertherm Plasma Cutter - Powermax 45/45xp or 65

    Mine is not for sale - just making a comment. I bought a XP 45 from Airliquide a couple of years ago. I love it. It is a joy to use. Good luck with your search.
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