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Planers
     4-3/8"
     4-3/8" curved base
     6-3/4"
    12-1/4"
Sander-Polishers-Grinders-Acc.
     3/8" Belt Sander - yup 3/8"
     7" Makita variable speed-9227C
     4-1/2" Makita-9564cv- variable 
     4-1/2" Makitagrinder-9527nbx
     Makita Wheel Sander # 9741
     Osborne Nylon Buffing Brushes
     Sanding & Grinding Disks

Power Tools for Log Building and Timber framing

Timberframers who started their careers with mallet, chisel, and hand drill as a means of creating the mortises and tenons for their frames appreciate the increase in productivity and ease of use when using these specialty power tools. As with all tools, keep the cutting edge sharp to allow the tool to work without undue load on the motor or yourself. 

Notches, or cuts through-holes in wood quickly. 
Most commonly used to cut mortises for Timber Frames.  
Large adjustable vise base for attaching firmly onto beams from 3-1/8" up to 12-1/8" thick. Pivots to 3 cutting positions. 
Comes with 18mm, (23/32), chain. Other sizes available from 19/32" to 1-3/16". 
Used by many of the small to medium size Timberframe shops as well as some of the largest Timberframe shops. If you're cutting a frame and on a time crunch, this is a good investment to speed you along. 

We have replacement chains from 15mm up to 30mm.

$1,519.95

Beam Saws & Beam Cutters
Here you'll find both the Prazi Beam Cutter and the Makita Beam saws.

Convert Your Circular Saw into a Versatile, Labor Saving, Precision Tool that can

Rip lumber up to 12" thick
Cut angles up to 45 degrees
One Pass cuts for beams, posts & logs
for perfect match ups
Cut rafter pitch cutouts, miters, stringers,
arches, log cuts, compound angles, bandsaw cuts, notched 6x12, panels and more

NOTE: The beam cutter does not require as much lubricant as a standard chain saw because it runs at a much slower RPM. We recommend that you spray it with a WD-40 or Silicon Spray about every 15 or 20 cuts. As with all sprocket tip saw bars remember to keep the sprocket at the tip of the bar properly lubricated.

Chain sharpens with a 5/32" file.

5 lbs. shipping

Fits many 7-1/4" and 8-1/4" worm drive saws.

Check HERE for list of compatible saws.

5 lbs. shipping

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2 lbs. shipping

One of the largest portable saws on the market. Use this saw to cut beams up to 6-3/16" at 90 degrees. Weight is 31#. Precision gearing with ball and needle bearings for smooth and efficient power transmission. 
Features :
Large capacity blade cuts 6-1/4" at 90 and 4-3/16" at 45 
Weighs only 28.7 lbs. for ease of operation 
Electric brake for maximum productivity 
15 amp motor
Powerful motor delivers 1,800 max watts out 
Low noise level at only 87dB for quiet operation 
Blade stabilizer for stable blade rotation and superior cutting performance 
Large depth control lever for convenience and secure adjustments 
Large support handle for increased operator comfort and control 
2200 rpm. 
Carbide tipped blade 
Standard Equipment: 
32 Tooth Carbide Tipped Blade
Hex wrench #6 
Rip fence 
Note:This new model comes with a larger motor, stronger base (compared to the earlier model 5402a), and a 32 tooth carbide blade 

$517.00

Planers
Makita electric planers are found in about all Timberframe, Post and Beam and Log Shops. 

Specifications 
Planing width 12-1/4" 
Planing depth 1/8" 
No load speed 12,000 RPM 
AMPS 15 
Cord length 33 ft. 
Overall length 21-3/4" 

$1985.00

Unrivaled for power, size and performance; cuts 6-3/4". 10.9 amp motor. 30,000 cuts per minute. Comfortable handle and easy depth settings. Larger and sturdy sole plate for added stability. Perfect alignment of front and back grips for easy and balanced operation. Machined aluminum base for precision accuracy. Lock-on button for continuous operation. 
Planing depth: 1/16". No load speed: 15,000. Net Weight: 19.3#

Includes:
Sharpening holder assembly
Hex wrench
Wooden tool case
Triangular rule
Planer blades
Guide rule

Professional quality planer in small and compact design.

Powerful 7.5 amp motor for superior performance.
2- blade cutter head for fast stock removal.

Lock-on button for continuous operation.

V-groove in fromt shoe for easy chamfer cutting.
Machined aluminum base for precision accuracy.

Includes:
Sharpening holder
Socket wrench
Blade gauge assembly
Planer blades-HSS
Guide rule

$260.00 - Makita 4-3/8 flat base planer

Large front grip for two-handed control and fine depth adjustment. 
Large chip ejection chute, lock on button for continuous use. 
Adjustable bevel base is factory adjusted at a 320mm curved radius. 
Used to clean up and give a smooth finish to a scarf cut as used in Saddle Notch corners. Also used to give a "cheater" adzed look to natural, (waney), edge boards.
No-load speed of 15,000 rpm.

$399.95

Sanders and Grinders

Generally speaking, if it's called a Sander/Polisher the tool is variable speed and runs at lower speeds (300-3400 in the larger 7" and 9" units and up to 10,000 rpm in the 4-1/2" unit). 
A grinder style will operate at a higher single speed, (10,000 rpm plus), and is the choice for many pros when using abrasive discs, (circular sanding discs), for smoothing/profiling scarfs, opening cuts, and log ends . 

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Choose from:
 40, 60, 80 grit, or assorted pack with 2 ea. of 40, 60, 80, 100, 120 grit

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Replacement wheels:
slit paper (flap) wheel or nylon wheel brush.
(80 grit is most popular).

NOTE: Take care to use Wire brush on dry interior logs only. Small bits of the metal brush can break off, imbedding in the checks of the wood and eventually rusting.

7" Electronic Sander-Polisher
Variable speed (600-3000 rpm) with pre-set speed setting dial; ideal for ultra slow polishing. 
Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load. Easily converts to a sander. 
3 prong plugs to prevent static electricity accumulation. 
Lock-on button for continuous use at one speed. 
Use with the Osborn nylon buffing brush for removing surface borate crystals prior to application of finish or to give logs a final buffing that will remove many of the grinder marks. (results can be similar in look to pressure wash peeled logs)
Standard Equipment :
Hook-and-loop pad (743052-5) 
Hex wrench (783204-6) 
Parts Breakdown 
Owner's Manual 
Specifications :
AMP 10.0 
Spindle thread 5/8" - 11 UNC 
Overall length 18-1/2" 

Optional flexible backing pads with special "low profile" lock nuts, abrasive discs, and nylon bristle buffing brushes are shown as options.

Makita 9227C $220.00

This is a professional quality 12 amp, (the big Hitachi above has 9.2 amps),  variable speed angle grinder that should last for years to come. Suitable for grinding, sanding, and using nylon bristle brushes, such as the Osborne. 

Features:

• 5 stage variable speed control dial for matching the RPM to the work 
• Improved 12 AMP motor design for increased output power in a more compact tool 
• Larger and improved carbon brush material for longer tool life 
• Electronic limiter stops the motor and prevents accidental motor overload and burnout 
• "Tool-less" wheel guard adjustment for easy clamping
• Labyrinth construction seals and protects the motor and bearings from dust and debris by   creating a complex set of channels.

Makita 9564cv $165.00

10,000 rpm no-load speed 
Small circumference barrel grip for easy handling 
Powerful 6.4 AMP motor 
Switch is located on top of the motor housing 
Spindle lock for easy wheel changes 
Side handle can be installed on either side of tool for operator convenience 
Overall length 10-1/8"
5/8" - 11 UNC spindle

Standard Equipment 
4-1/2" Grinding wheel 
Lock nut wrench 
Side handle 
Lock nut 
Inner flange 
Wheel guard 

Note: This "X" model comes with Heavy-Duty Tool Bag. 10 interior elastic tool straps and 15 interior/exterior pockets for versatility. Large shoulder strap with metal hinges as well as heavy duty handles. Zippered, wide mouth-stay open top. This is a surprisingly well made tool bag. Plenty of room for extra stuff.

Makita 9527nbx $74.95

Used to smooth away excess wood fiber from your logs caused by chemical stripping, pressure washing, or corn cob blasting. 
Not a metal cup brush, rather a nylon bristle impregnated with (80) grit so you don't have to worry about potential rust stains on your walls. 
Bristles will flare out when in use and can reach in and clean notch areas. 
Also great for reaching the "lateral" area where one round log sits upon another. 
The bristles on these cup brushes are either round or square. 
The square is considered to be more aggressive. 
Rated to 6000 rpm. (try at +/- 1500 rpm). 
Works best on a Variable Speed Sander/Polisher.

Sanding & Grinding Discs

Abrasive discs are used in a variety of circumstances from sanding log ends and knots to cleaning up chainsaw marks in the logs and touching up bevel cuts.  
Warning: Wearing face shield or safety glasses is always recommended when performing any sanding or grinding task. This is also a job that requires a good set of leather gloves. 

Check out these great package deals on grinders and sanders.

Lock nut is optional, however it should be ordered also unless you already have on of these low profile styles.

Can be used with  the Makita chipping chisels for stripping stubborn bark off winter cut or aged logs. 
Compact and light weight. 11.7 lbs.
2900 blows per minute.
8.3 amps. 
Soft rubber grip side handle minimizes vibration and swivels 360 degrees for operator convenience. Used by many "production" log yards to remove the wood from the notch.

Features: 
Compact and lightweight for maximum control 
Soft rubber grip side handle minimizes vibration and swivels 360 for operator convenience 
Anti-vibration spring is positioned between tool body and rear handle for reduced operator fatigue 
Accepts same shank demolition bits as spline shank rotary hammers 
One-touch tool retainer action for easy accessory installation and removal 
Carbon brushes last for approximately 150 hours 
Factory grease packed for reduced maintenance 

Standard Equipment includes #4 Hex wrench & Plastic tool case 

These chisels are normally used with the Makita demolition hammer Model #HM0810B for chipping, edging and channeling in concrete. We've had some builders/homeowners tell us they work great for getting off thick, stubborn, or frozen bark. They'll also provide additional uses for your demo/notching hammer. 
They come with a double bevel

Makita's 5012b runs at a blistering 5500 feet per minute, (fpm). 
11.5 amp. 
Features: 
Compact and light weight (9.5 lbs.) for easy operation 
Reliable and durable performer 
High speed action (5,500 FPM chain speed) for fast cutting 
Durable poly carbonate housing 
Special sprocket inside the end of the chain bar for smooth chain action 
Large hand protector in front deflects flying chips 
Built-in overload protector 
UL listed and double insulated 
Standard Equipment 
11-3/4" Chain 
11-3/4" Guide bar 
Chain cover 
Socket wrench 
Philips screwdriver 
File 
Cord hook

Comes standard with a 3/8" .050 sprocket, bar and chain.