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  • Member Type: Regular Member
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  • Last Update: January 6
  • Joined: March 6, 2011

Lenny Butler

Hi John.  Thanks for the suggestion.  I think I will contact them as my "second opinion".  I will probably have to send a sample piece or at least a photo of the wood.  Thanks again.
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  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler → JOHN PIETRELLA: Thanks John.  I appreciate it.  Happy New Year to you and yours.  I would appreciate it if you would let someone know that March needs to be covered for refreshments.  Perhaps the April person could move up.  Take care.  Lenny
    January 6
  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler → David Olbrys: Hi Dave.  I want to let you know I am not renewing my membership in the Guild.  My interest hasn't developed as I thought it might.  I find myself not really interested in attending meetings.  I notified John P.  Even though he is no longer President, aft...  moreHi Dave.  I want to let you know I am not renewing my membership in the Guild.  My interest hasn't developed as I thought it might.  I find myself not really interested in attending meetings.  I notified John P.  Even though he is no longer President, after you, I feel I know him best.  I neglected to mention to him that I am slated to handle the refreshments in March.  Will you kindly let whoever needs to know that the slot needs to be filled?  I assume whoever is down for April can move up.  Thanks Dave and let's stay in touch.  You are still welcome to visit anytime so don't hesitate.  If you ever feel like just getting together to talk woodworking give me a call or send an e-mail.  Lenny   less
    January 6
    • Lenny Butler
      JOHN PIETRELLA Sorry to hear your are leaving Lenny . Of course you are welcome to come back any time. You will be missed. Have a Happy New Year.
      January 6
  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler → JOHN PIETRELLA: Hi John.  I know you are no longer President but besides Dave O., who encouraged me to join in the first place, you are the one I know best in my 10-11 months with the Guild.  I have decided to drop out and want to let someone know that.  I will not be re...  moreHi John.  I know you are no longer President but besides Dave O., who encouraged me to join in the first place, you are the one I know best in my 10-11 months with the Guild.  I have decided to drop out and want to let someone know that.  I will not be renewing my membership.  My interest in attending meetings hasn't developed to the extent that I thought it might.  I find myself not really wanting to attend meetings.  Perhaps at a later date, if still welcome, I may return.  Do you recommend I let anyone specific know?  less
    January 6
  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler Hi John.  Thanks for the suggestion.  I think I will contact them as my "second opinion".  I will probably have to send a sample piece or at least a photo of the wood.  Thanks again.
    December 23, 2011
  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler Hi Julian.  Thanks for the input.  The forestry expert basically said the same thing.  He advised me to make a fresh cut of end grain.  If I see rays, it's oak.  I saw rays.  I sent a photo to him and he wrote back that what I sent was definitely a photo ...  moreHi Julian.  Thanks for the input.  The forestry expert basically said the same thing.  He advised me to make a fresh cut of end grain.  If I see rays, it's oak.  I saw rays.  I sent a photo to him and he wrote back that what I sent was definitely a photo of oak.  As for making something, I don't prefer to keep it if it is oak.  Granted it is 213 years old but I have always wanted to make something from chestnut so, I want to continue that pursuit.  If I am unable to work out a reasonable return of money from the seller, I will try to sell the oak.  less
    December 8, 2011
  • Lenny Butler
    Lenny Butler Hi Guys.  As I mentioned to several of you, I was extremely disappointed to learn from a forestry expert that the lumber I purchased, advertised as American chestnut, is instead oak.  I contacted the seller and shared what I learned.  He maintains that it...  moreHi Guys.  As I mentioned to several of you, I was extremely disappointed to learn from a forestry expert that the lumber I purchased, advertised as American chestnut, is instead oak.  I contacted the seller and shared what I learned.  He maintains that it is chestnut and states that two people told him so.  If anyone in the Guild feels qualified to help me confirm the species, I would appreciate it.  If any of you know a source I can turn to for a "second opinion" I would appreciate that also.  Thank you.  Lenny   less
    December 8, 2011
    • Lenny Butler
      Julian Peters "So they say"—Oaks have rays (when quartersewn) and Amer. Chest nut does not (very tiny) also sapwood (AC) is distinctive yellow color verses (Oak) cream or whiter color. So plane some and inspect it closely. Good luck... and whatever it is "make somethin...  more"So they say"—Oaks have rays (when quartersewn) and Amer. Chest nut does not (very tiny) also sapwood (AC) is distinctive yellow color verses (Oak) cream or whiter color. So plane some and inspect it closely. Good luck... and whatever it is "make something unique to remember it by". Julian  less
      December 8, 2011
  • Matt Meers
    Matt Meers: Lenny, That was a great demo of the LS Positioner Super System... you've inspired me to start looking into it.  Looking forward to seeing some action shots of you using the system!!
    June 14, 2011
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    Lenny Butler has added a new profile photo.
    March 12, 2011
    • Lenny Butler
      JOHN PIETRELLA Len good to have you on board
      March 14, 2011
  • David Olbrys
    David Olbrys: Hey Lenny, Welcome, good to see you at the guild meeting.
    March 6, 2011
  • David Olbrys
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    March 6, 2011
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    March 6, 2011
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    March 6, 2011
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  • First Name Lenny
  • Last Name Butler
  • Gender Male

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  • About Me Married for close to 33 years. Two grown children. Recently retired from federal government service after 33+ years. Been woodworking for 31 years. Expanded my shop last summer/fall (2010). It is now 18' X 23'.
  • David Olbrys As you may know I want to send in two of the mugs I had made to Channel 10. I looked into what was involved in submitting to WJAR 10's Coffee Cup Salute. When I realized it had to be sent in ten weeks in advance I figured it best to just get it in and hope you all like it. The following is the paragraph I submitted tonight.   The woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island meets 7:00 to 9:00 PM. on the first Wednesday of every month except July, at the, North Scituate Community House on West Greenville Road. President John Petela, says, the Christmas Party alone is worth the yearly dues. Each month features demonstration and or examples of woodworking from local and not so local artists. This year, The Scituate Art Fest is October 8th, 9th, and 10th The Guild will have demonstrations and opportunities for visitors to talk with fellow woodworking enthusiasts. Please stop by and say hello!
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