I was without power windows on my truck for a few weeks, now there is something we all take for granted, I don't think either of my kids have ever seen a manual crank window. It got me thinking about some of the tools around the shop that I take for granted. I have a few of Tim Abbott's tools, they are just well thought out, a joy to use and they bring enhancement to the finished product as well as the craft. I have used Tim's node press but I don't own one, yet! Can you say tool porn? I'm afraid to see Tim's rod wrapper, I have only heard about it. My guess is it makes wrapping easier, eliminates a lot of the frustration and does a superior job, gee, is that all?

Maybe we take Tim for granted like we do John Bokstrom and did with Bill Waara Sr. I think I owe Tim a beer next time I see him with my requisite list of questions, yes Tim, more questions...............