odie
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Who knows what is in store for us, the average woodturner? We seem to be on a roller coaster of an economic ride these days......and it's difficult to foresee what's in the future.
There is a distinct possibility that a recession of magnitude could be in our future. If that were to happen, it's uncertain what would become of our ability, as woodturners, to supply ourselves with those things we need to endure.
Many of our favorite products may not be available forever, and depending on your outlook, it might be in our best interest to "stock up" on certain products we feel are important to not run out of.
As a hedge against the unthinkable, I recently purchased some extra heavy 1/2" thick Sorby scrapers and Beall buffing wheels, wax, white diamond, and tripoli bars. These are items I'd hate to run out of, and feel they might not outlast a possible inflationary spiral.
I was wondering what you all think you might put on the list of "must haves" for your needs........things like special tools, inserts, finishes, sanding items, and so on......?
And, then again, maybe you just think I'm a "Chicken Little", and don't really need to worry about having what I need for the future......it will always be there when I need it!......
Many of the companies, and small operations that produce products we've grown to enjoy using, are entirely based on having a regular supply of "new turners" to keep them alive. If many of us end up placing more emphasis on just paying the basic bills.....I, for one, can see some of these smaller producers facing hard economic times......and they may not be able to survive a major economic downturn......this is NOT good news for us woodturners, since we enjoy a hobby that isn't as popular as we'd like to think it is.
No matter what you think the future may hold......let's just assume the worst for a moment.....ok?....just to inspire some discussion. In that case, what items do you feel woodturners would be smart to stock up on?
otis of cologne
There is a distinct possibility that a recession of magnitude could be in our future. If that were to happen, it's uncertain what would become of our ability, as woodturners, to supply ourselves with those things we need to endure.
Many of our favorite products may not be available forever, and depending on your outlook, it might be in our best interest to "stock up" on certain products we feel are important to not run out of.
As a hedge against the unthinkable, I recently purchased some extra heavy 1/2" thick Sorby scrapers and Beall buffing wheels, wax, white diamond, and tripoli bars. These are items I'd hate to run out of, and feel they might not outlast a possible inflationary spiral.
I was wondering what you all think you might put on the list of "must haves" for your needs........things like special tools, inserts, finishes, sanding items, and so on......?
And, then again, maybe you just think I'm a "Chicken Little", and don't really need to worry about having what I need for the future......it will always be there when I need it!......
Many of the companies, and small operations that produce products we've grown to enjoy using, are entirely based on having a regular supply of "new turners" to keep them alive. If many of us end up placing more emphasis on just paying the basic bills.....I, for one, can see some of these smaller producers facing hard economic times......and they may not be able to survive a major economic downturn......this is NOT good news for us woodturners, since we enjoy a hobby that isn't as popular as we'd like to think it is.
No matter what you think the future may hold......let's just assume the worst for a moment.....ok?....just to inspire some discussion. In that case, what items do you feel woodturners would be smart to stock up on?
otis of cologne
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