bdot@hogpd.UUCP (J.BARRETT) (10/24/83)
Does anyone know of anyplace in NJ (Monmouth County) that I can buy the wooden "slabs" that many people make into tabletops, wall clocks, etc? I've tried several lumberyards to no avail. Any leads?? John Barrett AT&T-ISL Lincroft, NJ
ell@linus.UUCP (Edward L. Lafferty) (10/27/83)
One of the other important features of Fine Woodworking magazine that was not mentioned in the lead article on the subject is the list of sources of wood and other supplies throughout the country. They update it pretty regularly, too. But you should ask for the last issue with the complete list (it isn't in every issue). They also are very nice about trying to answer readers' questions. They will publish the Q&A if they feel it is generally interesting but even if they don't they will try to get a pro to answer it. I asked about how to make a marimba. They sent the question to a guy in Brussels who sent me an answer (He is the author of several books on making musical instruments). Didn't help, but it sure was a nice try! Ed P.S. You are probably going to have to send (mail-order) for the specialty wood you want for clocks, tables, etc. Unless by some very strange coincidence there is one in N.J. The following is one of several from the latest issue of Fine WW: Ojai Woodcrafters, Box 872, Ojai, CA, 93023. THey ask for a self-addressed stamped envelope and they will send a price list.