On April 17, 2012, after watching my video on using a buffing wheel, a homeowner asked about where to get the mandrel. In this video I explain I got mine in the 80’s from Canadian Tire, while I assume they still carry them, I know for sure that it’s available at Lee Valley Tools.
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