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   creekwood | Nov 28, 2005 02:09am | #1

   Overall, I liked it. The experts they pulled in were very informative. I learned several things from Lee Grindinger, and will put that to use shortly. I also enjoyed the chair makers at work. But the vendors seemed a little thin, compared to The Woodworking Shows that I've attended there in the past. I've been there before when you couldn't walk down an aisle without weaving in and out to miss everyone else. So, I hope the crowds were big enough to have them return.

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   LeeGrindinger | Nov 28, 2005 05:33pm | #2

   It was a pleasure to be there. The chair maker's name is Don Weber and he is a miracle of older times. It was a real honor to share the floor with him.Lee

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   creekwood | Nov 28, 2005 06:54pm | #3

   Thanks Lee, I couldn't think of his name. He was a joy to watch. Also, I now remember the name of the other chair maker, Joe White, I think.

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   DickL | Nov 29, 2005 07:31pm | #4

   I agree that the show was a bit short on vendors, although I did have the opportunity to meet Michael Kahn from MiniMax, who promptly emptied my wallet. Since my wallet was already empty, I was unable to go home with any of the really nice stuff that the Lee Valley guys had on display. I enjoyed the chance to chat with Lee Grindinger and to see Bill Arnold's superb compass table. All in all, a good but not outstanding show.