Is anyone aware if Odd-not.com is still in business? If so, how to get ahold of them?
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Odd-not.com
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Roger, Brent (Robust) posted in this thread that Odd-Not has basically closed shop.
OK thanks Bill
They were at the Ohio Valley Woodturners Guild Symposium in October. Try Douglas@Odd-Not.com 847-275-9751
Talked to the owner at Ohio Valley symposium.He had a hip replacement and had to take time to recover.Also had a hard time finding a new machinist.
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Wow that sucks. I have a friend at our club that he has taken money from but my friend has never received what he bought.
Rusty,
Your post contradicts posts # 4 & 5 above. I do not know what the truth of this matter is, but the posts above (4&5) are more recent than the quoted post in your post.
Your post contradicts posts # 4 & 5 above. I do not know what the truth of this matter is, but the posts above (4&5) are more recent than the quoted post in your post.
William posted that. I just replied to his post.
I have called Doug and emailed him a number of times without success. I purchased a DIY chucking setup, to be shipped to me, at SWAT *2024* and have yet to receive it or any response. At SWAT 2025, I spoke with the very kind gentleman that "runs/ran" Frugal Vacuum Chucks and he had mentioned that Doug was struggling with medical issues and securing manufacturing logistics. It would sure be nice to have a response from him still. For what I paid, I do feel taken advantage of to some degree but I can't control anyones reactions but my own. I'd really like to have closure now that he may be back in operation per the posts above.
Oh, how I have tried! If someone has some success, besides an in-person conversation, please share!
I’d try having your lawyer contact him, though that would cost more than what you gave Doug. I had a vendor booth next to Doug at Turn On Chicago. Doug is a nice guy, but not every nice guy makes a good business man. The situation of a one man business getting overwhelmed with a successful product is not unusual. Most have trouble with marketing, but that is where Doug flourishes. There is no excuse for ignoring you and not making the situation right.
Very good point. He sure can market his wares at symposia, for sure! I figure buyer beware. I have several of his machined chuck bodies and use them frequently. I really enjoy them and would love to spread the word. For the money lost, there's not much use in losing sleep at this point. What's a missing Franklin or two in the scheme of things, really? Sadly, I can't recommend doing business with him unless in person and with product on hand.