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Dan, I'm actually not a hardened proponent of gun control, because I too do not know if it will work. But I'm willing to try it. We gave prohibition a try, and when the Government finally had to admit it was an utter failure, we repealed it. This is not something that is set in stone. I also believe that gun control on it's own has very little chance to do any good. But as a part of a bigger solution it might do some good. I'm not trying to impose my will. I'm willing to try other options. The unbending branch always breaks. I'm very open to hearing other options, but I think putting this on the back burner is irresponsible. It's time to acknowledge that we have a serious problem. Probably not to a slave. You shouldn't feel guilty. As well as ridiculous, I found his first post very offensive. The fact that he doesn't get that it is offensive does little to diminish those feelings.

I do not like those rights being taken away. I'm using that to point out that things do indeed change, even when we don't like it. Dan suggested that taking rights away is a sign of a police state. Using that ideology, I then counter that we are already in a police state.

We had some rights taken away after 911. We do not live in the world we once did. As Nate stated, it was once your right to own slaves. It was once your right to beat your Wife and children. It was also once your right to smoke cigarettes in the presence of others, who did not like breathing the second hand smoke. Times change, and the world changes with them.

OK, I hear your argument. But with all the guns on the street for committing crimes or for self defense of said crimes, how is a grade school student supposed to defend him or herself from the misuse of these weapons? Do these kids not have the right to feel safe? Do you have another solution?

I disagree with this. I think now is the perfect time. It's way too easy to put this out of our minds during calm periods. This will happen again, and again. There is no perfect solution, or it would be obvious, but exactly how many people, especially children have to die before we put forth some serious measures to try to stop this. If people have to give up some freedoms to save children I personally am OK with that. I know not everyone agrees, and I respect their opinions. Maybe gun control is not the answer, but it just may be time to find out.

I'm not calling anyone out. Just trying to clear up what was said and by who. We have some very responsible gun enthusiast on this forum, and I'd be sad to see that hobby taken from them. Unfortunately there are many who are not responsible with their weapons. I do not have the answer, but I like the idea of secure gun clubs. There of coarse is no perfect solution that will please everyone. My heart goes out to those suffering from this latest tragedy.

While the "boobie cacoon" does not excite me, translating that into my world, and the booty cocoon, I can understand your desire to experience this. Fingers crossed for you Santa!

I completely agree. Again, completely agree. Except you called out Crappy when he sounds like he agrees, it was Catscratch that thought gun control wasn't the answer.

R.I.P.

Is that an old 235 straight six Mikey? What is it in?

Get 'em Santa! That started my day off right Wayne! Thanks for sharing. Fucking Scrooges!

He's just man. Just do what I do and picture them in their underwear. Oh wait, never mind, that doesn't really work that well for me.

Home made Guacamole and chips.

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

R.I.P. Dave.

I'm just mad about saffron.

I happen to know that Doug likes to buff the wood bare.

Damn! So that's how the rich folks do it.

Polishing the wood is an art form that should not be taken lightly. Do you have the Blue colored Scotch brand scouring pads? Those will work well too. From what I see you need several more coats. You want it to look as though the wood is completely saturated, and a nice coat covers all the grain.

Sorry for your loss.

The Tung oil will not need an additional clear coat. It will be durable and beautiful. If after a few years it starts looking dingy, simply apply an additional coat or two, right over the existing finish. It's that easy to maintain. Do not use a sander. Just rub down the piece with the 0000 Steel wool. Not 0, not 00, and not 000, but 0000 steel wool. The others are too abrasive. As to brands, this is what I use... http://www.woodcraft.com/product/2007259/9891/arm-r-seal-top-coat-satin-quart.aspx It's basically Tung oil, but with urethane modifiers to strengthen the finish. I order it from Woodcraft. However, any Tung oil will work fine. I think Lowes sells Formby's Tung oil, and it's good.

Well you definitely don't want to pre-finish everything before assembly! Unless you can mask off the edges and datos that will be glued. The clear coat will impede the glue. My suggestion is to build the speakers, then use a foam brush to apply Tung oil. Mask off any ares you don't want finished (speaker flanges, binding posts, etc...). Apply the Tung oil lightly. You don't want any drips. Let each coat dry for 24 hours. Buff all areas lightly, by hand, with 0000 steel wool, between each coat. (Lowes, Home Depot, etc...). Towel off steel wool residue, apply the next coat, repeat 4 - 5 times. You will have a gorgeous finish.

In what capacity will it be used? Interior, exterior? How much wear and tear will it see? If it is a hardwood veneer, I personally would be opposed to paint or stain. Polyurethanes/marine varnishes offer the most durability, but Tung Oil and Lacquer will give more depth and beauty.