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My name is Ken Rude, and I am the owner of Branches to Bowls Ltd, based in Calgary, AB. My journey with wood began when I was around 9 or 10 years old, crafting birdhouses.
I ventured into woodturning using an old lathe I found on Kijiji, hoping to rekindle the enjoyment I had in high school. After years of dealing with a vibrating lathe in my shop, I decided it was time to upgrade. After 6 months of searching, I finally found a used Vicmarc VL300 just 10 minutes from home, and it was in my shop within 24 hours. I've spent countless satisfying hours working with my Vicmarc VL300. In 2016, Branches to Bowls began offering Vicmarc lathes and accessories for Canada, and we are now proud to represent them across North America.
I firmly believe that quality tools enhance the ability to produce excellent work and bring greater satisfaction. This philosophy led to my partnership with Carter and Son Toolworks Ltd, who approached me to represent their products in Canada, and I was thrilled to include them in our offerings.
Our customers frequently inquired about carbide tips, which prompted us to connect with Hunter Tool Systems. Not only do they provide high-quality carbide tips designed for cutting, but our businesses also share similar values.
PlanetPlus / Rotur noticed our commitment to quality and reached out for us to carry their product line. They offer a wide range of quality turning tools that make working with wood enjoyable and durable. We are proud to be part of their family.