Tiki Central / California Events
Left Coast Benzart Carving Seminar.
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 6:53 PM
Point of interest for some---Deadbolt and The Creepy Creeps are playing the Casbah that Saturday night. For those who aren't too tired from carving all day it promises to be a good Halloween show. |
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Benzart
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 7:18 PM
I Love the Left Coast tikichopshop |
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Mr. NoNaMe
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 7:26 PM
THANKS MATT! Deadbolt is awesome! At least, I hope they still are. Not sure when the last time I saw them was. 12 or 15 years maybe. |
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 7:57 PM
Hi Grog, I live in redondo beach, maybe some of us LA people could commute together? I am going to sign up Amy [ Edited by: Queen Kamehameha 2006-08-12 19:59 ] |
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Queen Kamehameha
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 8:00 PM
Yes, please let us know where to sign up and what we will need, thanks Amy |
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Heath
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Sat, Aug 12, 2006 9:05 PM
My brother wants to come also. Let me know how many boxes of band-aids I'll need to bring so there's enough to go around. |
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Benzart
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 6:24 AM
Would any of you coming to this "Left Coast Seminar" like me to do the half carved "Lessons" like I did in Coon Tiki? |
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Matt Reese
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 1:40 PM
My mistake. Deadbolt and the Creepy Creeps are on friday night. I can get a discount for anyone who is going to go. Also like Ben stated please give t-shirt sizes to Moki. I'll need a count so I can get those rolling. |
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Matt Reese
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 4:08 PM
This is an e-mail I got from Bosko regarding tools. I hope it is helpfull. Marples blue handled chisels; you can get a 4 pc set at Depot I think they Next this stuff is not necessary but it does make the job easier, Cheers. |
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Benzart
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 7:12 PM
IF I do the half carved lesson, you willbe using the Hook Knife and large bandaids. |
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Tiki Duddy
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 7:40 PM
man this seminar sounds GREAT. i want to come SO bad. i want to meet all these amazing and talented carvers and their unique styles. but.....i live in canada, i dont know how much a trip there would cost, and i cant take plane if i got chissles. i would definately call off halloween for this event but again the transportation thing is the problem and i am only 15. but if anyone from canada is comming down there give me a shout because ill pitch in for the trip if i can. we need to have one of these events a little near the border atleast haha. |
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Polynesiac
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Sun, Aug 13, 2006 10:24 PM
Ben - I am signed up and ready to go. I can't wait to meet you and carve with you, bosko and Diablo. I would LOVE to do the 1/2 carved pendant, that looked like a BLAST! Can't wait! Are the hook knifes you posted good ones or just inexpensive ones? which ones would you buy? I know nothing about hook knives, but I am very interested in learning. THanks Ben! |
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VonTiki
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 12:04 AM
Where do I sign? I'm in, especially since I can drive this time!!Can you give me more details like where to send $$$$ ? |
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tikigap
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:39 AM
I thought the Warren Cutlery Hook Knives were quite good - I use mine all the time. The blades are cheap enough that I usualy just sharpen them a couple of times, then toss 'em and replace them with new ones. I'd suggest buy a set or two of new blades at the same time you buy the set Benz suggests. I "think" these are the right blades (Ben?): at http://www.warrencutlery.com Online Store: Part 8-B - Detail Carving Blade (sold in packages of 3) I also suggest having Benz set up the 1/2 carves like he did for us at CoonTiki - that was very helpful (plus you get to take an original Benzart home, albeit only 1/2 of one!). Have a blast! I know you will! |
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Benzart
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:42 AM
The hook knives I posted are from Warren tools and Cutlery and they are the Best. I Might just get a bunch and let you guys buy them from me, thatway I know everyone will have the right stuff. Good Idea?? Dates: October 28th & 29th, 2006. The event will be limited to 25 carvers. First come, first served. Payment will be required in advance. No reservations will be held without payment. You can pay by check, money order or PayPal. If paying by PayPal, a $4 fee will be added to offset PayPal fees. We'll send you an invoice. If you'd like to mail in your payment, please PM me for mailing address. San Diego has many lodging options available depending upon your budget. We'd be happy to suggest a few. (Lodging & travel are not included) We are really looking forward to putting this event together. This may be your one chance to learn from the pro's and have all three together at once. If you have any further questions, please post here or drop us a PM. [ Edited by: Benzart 2006-08-14 06:47 ] |
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pdrake
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 8:14 AM
hopefully the lodging will be near the seminar. i'm only familiar with the gaslamp district, so hopefully the locals can help us get around. xtra large, moki. |
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Polynesiac
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 11:12 AM
Thanks ben and tikigap! I'll be sure to pick some up before the seminar! can't wait! |
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GROG
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 12:42 PM
Hey Nicktiki, If GROG do diaper duty, you'll have to remind GROG which end is up; it's been a long time since GROG changed diapers. Seems to GROG if you put diapers on the topside, that'll keep the kid quieter, so that you don't have to listen to all that crying that babies are wont to do. Moki, gotta send you check. GROG want to carve. |
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GROG
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:26 PM
GROG has already purchased the most important thing GROG will need for this carving seminar. Now GROG just need to find some chisels. |
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Moki
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 6:41 PM
We're starting to fill up fast!! If you're on the fence about coming for this, you better make a decision quick, before it's full. It's going to be a great weekend!! |
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Davez_tikiz
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Mon, Aug 14, 2006 8:35 PM
I'm in!!! |
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TikiKIrby
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Tue, Aug 15, 2006 9:38 AM
aaaaa yes please!!! in fact how about Halloween TikiChop for a name.... :tiki: aaron |
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Mr. NoNaMe
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Tue, Aug 15, 2006 2:46 PM
How about this..... The Halloween Haole HakaTiki Hodown....anyone...anyone....? |
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Tiki Duddy
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Thu, Aug 17, 2006 8:34 PM
man if i could only afford the trip down there i would DEFINATELY be there. but i cannot. so if there is ever any kind of get together in canada or near the border email or pm me cause ill come. |
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Benzart
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Sat, Aug 19, 2006 8:13 AM
The correct hook blades to get from Warren Cutlery are the #10 as the other hooks are quite different. They work but not as well. |
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TikiJosh
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Mon, Aug 21, 2006 9:52 AM
Ah! Just as I suspected! I'll be in Hawaii during that time, so everyone will have to have fun without me. Shouldn't be too hard I expect. Sorry I'm going to miss out! Have fun guys! |
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Benzart
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Mon, Aug 21, 2006 7:39 PM
Sorry you won't be with us, but if I had the choice, I think The Islands would win out over carving any day. |
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GROG
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Mon, Aug 21, 2006 10:40 PM
GROG right-handed. |
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Heath
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 6:37 AM
right handed. |
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FlatEarthTrading
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 9:58 AM
Right for me also. Greg |
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TikiKIrby
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 12:25 PM
right handed here |
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pdrake
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 1:36 PM
[strike]i'd like the left side carved, please.[/strike] i'd like to carve the left side is what i meant. [ Edited by: pdrake 2006-08-22 20:20 ] |
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 5:08 PM
I'm a lefty. |
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IsleConch
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 6:21 PM
AAAWWWW....just the thing I need Benz. When you do one of those carving events around the central East coast...I'll be in, I'll start saving NOW !! have FUn you lucky guys and gals... |
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Polynesiac
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 8:14 PM
I'm a righty...but I'm not sure why this matters...'cause when you carve a tiki ya gots ta carve both sides... Just carve whatever side is easier for you and I'll carve the other! |
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Bealza-Elvis
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Tue, Aug 22, 2006 9:14 PM
Righty! |
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Heath
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Wed, Aug 23, 2006 1:55 PM
Almost forgot about my brother, he's left handed. |
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Matt Reese
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Wed, Aug 23, 2006 8:28 PM
You have a brother??!? Just kidding, looking forward to seeing him again. |
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Moki
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Wed, Aug 23, 2006 10:56 PM
We just e-mailed or PM updates to the carvers. If you didn't get one, please let me know. There are only two spaces available. If you are interested, please contact me soon. Aloha |
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Heath
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Sat, Aug 26, 2006 11:10 AM
For those of you that live in San Diego, I just got back from Rockler where apparently the carving chisels are on sale. The guy that was at the register was kind of surprised, he had to check the prices because he didn't know about them being on sale. I'm going back for more, so I'll repost when I get back. |
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Benzart
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Sat, Aug 26, 2006 12:02 PM
Which brand and set? |
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Heath
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Sat, Aug 26, 2006 12:20 PM
Sorry folks! It seems only certain chisels may be on sale or if you buy more than two, the rest are regular price. |
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pdrake
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Sat, Aug 26, 2006 5:09 PM
i just punch the wood and chips fly. |
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Tiki Lee's
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Mon, Aug 28, 2006 7:38 PM
Wow! I just stumbled across this thread! That's what I get for not visiting TC for a month! You can bet that I'll be there. And I'll actually have my tools this time so I won't have to sacrifice nothin' to Pele! |
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GROG
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Tue, Aug 29, 2006 9:44 AM
Forget chisels, GROG get the CARVINATOR 2000. Bring on the wood! |
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Heath
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Sat, Sep 2, 2006 1:06 PM
Received my little goody bag from Warren Cutlery today. Oooooh yeeeaaah! Looks like surgical precision, so long as it's not on my fingers! |
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Tiki Lee's
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Sun, Sep 10, 2006 8:59 PM
Aloha... |
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Moki
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Sun, Sep 10, 2006 9:12 PM
Well, it's official. We're all sold out. Thanks to everybody for registering so we could pull this together. We're all really excited and are looking forward to this event. TikiLee's, yes it is the "Home Depot" Matt and Bosko are talking about. Check with the guys in the tool corral. They should be able to help you. If not, check out Rockler.com or Flexcut.com See you soon. |