Spalted Maple Vase

[Bob Opsitos]

Turned from some spalted maple I have. It's semi-punky and prone to tearout. Had a miserable time making a bowl from it, even though it had nice spalt lines. Much easier time of it in end grain HF orientation.

Even though I've a good surface finish it didn't buff up to the shine I prefer. Finished with Watco Danish oil. I may coat it in something else to bring the shine up.

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Bob

8-1/4" tall, 4" at the widest point and ~1/4" wall.

[Travis White]

Looks pretty :)

[Bernie Weishapl]

Looks mighty fine to me Bob. Beautiful job.

[Corey Hallagan]

Looks great Bob. Some beautiful spalted wood and I really like the shape you put on it!

Corey

[Jim Ketron]

Nice Job Bob!

[Keith Burns]

Nice piece Bob. Really like the small detail on the base.:)

[John Hart]

Nice Bob. I like working with the Epoxy Manhatten mixture when it comes to the heavily spalted pieces. Sure strengthens it up and makes turning easier. Pretty piece!