That is an excellent job for a first time. How even is the inner wall of the cup down to the base? Right now, that can be a challenge to me.
David, Still In Iraq
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That is an excellent job for a first time. How even is the inner wall of the cup down to the base? Right now, that can be a challenge to me.
David, Still In Iraq
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Jim that is not a bad first turning at all. Pine can be a real PIA to work with sometimes. That 'V' shaped tool is a spear point scraper, not a cutting tool. Can be used to smooth surfaces, just be sure that your scrapers edge is below center and the handle is elevated some.
Jim you should check into turning clubs in your area, I know there is one in Lewisburg only about a year old, could be a great help to you.
Last edited by Tom Sherman; 10-07-2007 at 5:40 PM.
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Be Gentle? Are you totally nuts? Don't you know that your first must be shattered? It's a right of passage to the really dark side. So, here goes......I can't find anything, this is a real beauty and I love it!!
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Jim that is a great first piece. Like Ken the skew is my favorite tool. If you want to learn more get Alan Lacer's The Skew Chisel. He takes you thru almost all cuts using spindles. I would watch a cut and go practice it, then watch another cut and more practice. I did this almost every night for a week. He show you how to sharpen and hone. Well done Jim.
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