"New" basement work space...

[John Grabowski]

Well...It is ready for some use tonight...I have taken advise from several of the turners in this forum and I have cleared out a work closet in the basement, acquired a midi Rikon and I am almost ready to start making some magic...I want to get something turned from this setup to take to a club meeting tomorrow.

I will post some pictures of some pens tonight as long as a trip to work doesn't take too long. Thanks to all who helped with information on setting up shop in the house. I really appreciate it.

Happy Turning,

John Grabowski

[Jeff Bower]

Congrats and make sure you post some pics of your turnings.

[robert hainstock]

Sorry, always wanted to send one. Anxiously awating your upcoming posts. Basemant shops are great except for the climb. enjoy yours as I enjpy mine. :):)
Bob

[Paul Engle]

Aw right John, looks good!! congrats !!!!:D

[Ben Gastfriend]

Yay! Another basement shop! I find mine very productive. Let's see some turnings!

[Bernie Weishapl]

Congrats John. Looks like a great shop with a good looking lathe.

[John Grabowski]

I have to say that I am very pleased at how well the lathe runs and the convenience of working in the basement and it really is cozy for being a small space.

Here are some photos, any comments are welcomed. Sorry for the picture quality, its getting late and I didnt want to take the time to set up the photo tent : *(

I guess I should tell you about the pens...From L to R - Classic American Fountain Pen in Cocobolo, Same in Bolivian Rosewood, Slimline in Unknown Wood (blank was a gift.) Next, also slimline in unknown wood(thought it was zebrawood when I bought it), and last Slimline in Zebrawood. IF anyone could identify the others, I would really appreciate it.

Thanks Again,

John G