from Rich Neary

Before you throw out any speakers, knock off the magnets with a big soft hammer (they are usually epoxied on). They are strong and do well to hold awkward stuff when you have to spot weld it.

Stick the magnet in a small plastic bag to pick up steel swarf from around your lathe or drill press when it's all stuck to the outside of the bag, hold it over your bin and remove the magnet from the bag-all the crap falls in the bin and the magnet stays clean. Keep one intact, tie string on it and drag around your gravel driveway to pick up "flat tires".

If you wear glasses; keep an old pair handy for welding/burning or grinding.

Keep a glasses repair kit in the shop and in your tool kit.

When working with a buddy, always ask if they are OK before you start laughing.

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