mike ash
10-06-2012, 1:53 AM
I picked up a few rounds from a 5 ft (yes 5 ft) diameter Big Leaf Maple that had been felled and cut into 24" lengths.....about 6 weeks ago. Sadly, checking had already begun, but I was able to salvage quite a bit . The color and character of this wood is some of the most exceptional I have ever seen. It shows beautiful red color, blue stain, cream shades, and occassional brilliant white spots, along with lots of birdseye and burl grain. You can see that I am making full use of the 20" swing from my PM 3520B. I've got a few that will require to be turned off the end. I am just elated to be turning these green and can't wait until they are dry enough to do final turning and finishing.
Sorry, but I just had to share!!
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Sorry, but I just had to share!!
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