Two pecan bowls

[Lee DeRaud]

Had such nice results from the stuff Ernie sent me that I couldn't resist this chunk of 8/4 pecan at the hardwood store...these are the first two bowls, from opposite ends of the 10' plank:

First one is 7-3/4", centered around the figure that cought my eye in the first place:
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Second one is 8-1/2"x1-3/4". My mom's been hinting for a mid-sized fruit bowl, so this one may be headed to Texas.:p
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[Lee DeRaud]

...and the bottom of the second bowl:
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[Corey Hallagan]

Nice bowls Lee. Man I just don't know how you get that ca finish on those bowls. Hard enough to do a pen let alone a whole bowl! Great job.

corey

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Lee.........You are turning up a storm and with great results, I might add! Another DeRaud! For someone who's only been turning a few months, your turning skills are incredible!

[Lee DeRaud]

Man I just don't know how you get that ca finish on those bowls. Hard enough to do a pen let alone a whole bowl!Bit of a pucker factor the first time, I'll admit. :p

Now I know (1) where to position the fan to keep the fumes out of my eyes and (2) what not to do if the paper towel starts sticking to the glove. :eek: Except for that, it's no different from any other lathe-applied finish, just a whole lot faster.

I've never done pens, but I suspect it may be trickier on something that small.

[Bernie Weishapl]

Lee those bowls are beauties. I like the form and finishes. Nice job.