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[Peter Blair]

I found a chunk of rough Ash in my shop and because I'm presently experimenting with a router I figured it would be good for a test.

I don't really like ash very much cause I'm not fond of the open grain but this piece may have at least started to change my mind.

My son-in-law thinks it's pretty cool and says it looks like the sun. What do you think?

it is about 7 3/4" x 3/4" finished with several coats of Walnut oil(which seemed to darken it quite a bit). This type of turning is a little difficult to do any sort of finish that has to be sanded a lot so the oils seem to me to be the best way to go.

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As usual, C & C are most welcome!

[Grant Wilkinson]

I like it!

[Bernie Weishapl]

Cool piece. I like it.

[Greg Ketell]

I like it. Actually looks like there is a solar storm going on in the rays. Very nice!

[Keith Westfall]

Pardon my ignorance.., Did you cut first and then turn - or turn first and then cut? Thanks.

[Brian Kent]

Very attractive.

[Michelle Rich]

I concur with the oil. On My negative space designs , I came to the conclusion that I had no other choice. But don't be apologetic, as tho oil is somehow inferior as a finish, it is not. Your pieces, and mine are wall hangers, or art pieces, and they are rarely handled. When your pieces get a lot more intricate, you will be thrilled oil exists!

[Roger Chandler]

Ash is one of my favorite woods to turn.........nice work on the form.